South Africa’s tour of Australia begins on August 10 with the three-match T20I series at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin. After the T20Is, the ODI leg will kick-off on August 19.
Australia have confirmed that Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head will open the batting for them. The visitors arrive in top form, having brushed aside the West Indies 5-0 in their last T20 assignment.
South Africa will be led by Aiden Markram with exciting stroke-makers Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs and Ryan Rickelton in the ranks. Fast-bowler Kagiso Rabada is also back after missing the recent tri-series with New Zealand and Zimbabwe.
The Proteas faced a defeat in that tri-series final against New Zealand and will look to respond strongly.
Australia vs South Africa Match Details
MATCH | DETAILS |
|---|---|
DATE | 10th August, 2025 |
TIME | 2:45 PM IST |
VENUE | Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin |
BROADCAST | JioStar Network |
STREAMING OTT | JioHotstar |
Australia vs South Africa Pitch Report: Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin
The Marrara Stadium in Darwin will make its T20I debut when Australia meet South Africa, bringing international cricket back to the ground for the first time in almost 16 years. The pitch is usually batting-friendly, offering even bounce and a quick outfield. As play goes on, it can slow down, giving spinners a chance and making shot-making more difficult.
Australia vs South Africa Toss Update
South Africa win the toss and opt to bowl.
Australia vs South Africa Playing XIs
Australia: Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, George Linde, Senuran Muthusamy, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi
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