Australia and South Africa’s rivalry is one of the greatest enduring contests in international cricket, whether it’s an epic Test match at Lord’s or high-scoring ODI in Johannesburg – each team always produces epic battles between themselves. This australian men‚Äôs cricket team vs south africa national cricket team match scorecard highlights some of those thrilling encounters.
Kwena Maphaka uses a full length ball in the center to aim it at her backward square leg for an accurate shot and hit her target spot on.
| # | Date | Format | Result | Score/Key Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 Aug 2025 | 1st T20I (Darwin) | Australia won by 17 runs | AUS 178 (20 overs) beat SA 161/9 (20) — Tim David 83 (52) (AUS) (LiveMint) |
| 2 | 12 Aug 2025 | 2nd T20I (Darwin) | South Africa won by 53 runs | SA 218/7 (20 overs) beat AUS 165 (17.4) — Dewald Brevis 125* (56) (SA) (LiveMint) |
| 3 | 16 Aug 2025 | 3rd T20I (Cairns) | Australia won by 2 wickets | SA 172/7 (20 overs) lost to AUS 173/8 (19.5) — Glenn Maxwell 62 (AUS) (ESPN) |
| 4 | 19 Aug 2025 | 1st ODI (Cairns) | South Africa won by 98 runs | SA 296/8 (50 overs) beat AUS 198 (40.5) — Markram 82 (SA) (LiveMint) |
| 5 | 22 Aug 2025 | 2nd ODI (Mackay) | South Africa won by 84 runs | SA 277/10 (49.1) beat AUS 193 (37.4) — Breetzke 88 (SA) (LiveMint) |
Australia vs South Africa
Australia will attempt to retain their One Day International title against South Africa when they take on them in Darwin on Sunday in the first match of a three-match series. As reigning world champions, Australia are undefeated this season and their potency pace attack makes them dangerous opponents; whilst South Africa have their own ways of challenging Australia with disciplined batting and spin attack.
Josh Hazlewood will make his return for Australia after missing the T20 series against West Indies due to a shoulder injury, taking 3-27 in their opening match against Proteas opener Ryan Rickelton who scored 55-ball 71 against Windies. This series marks Josh Hazlewood’s comeback; his presence will be essential against Proteas.
Australia Take a 17 Run Lead Kwena Maphaka was instrumental in Australia’s dominating 17 run win against Pakistan in Darwin T20I, taking four wickets while scoring and bowling efficiently to restrict Tim David and Mitchell Owen for low scores. Aiden Markram heaped praise upon this youngster for their impressive efforts during this initial T20I matchup.
Australian captain Aaron Finch was extremely satisfied with the performance of his side, commenting, “We knew this game would be tough but started well – particularly due to difficult conditions – our bowlers did very well in keeping runs down, particularly considering our bowlers had only four days’ training before this match started! While disappointed by our batting efforts in some respects, it will take hard work in coming days in order to improve.”
Though they did lose, South Africa should take heart from their performance in the Test championship final, where they scored their biggest ever run chase victory against Australia team. Their strong batting lineup can dominate any surface while their fast bowling can pose serious threats in white ball cricket.
Australia and South Africa enjoy an intriguing rivalry built upon mutual respect of two outstanding teams with distinct styles. Their matches have produced some classic cricket action ranging from an exciting 438-run ODI chase to memorable World Cup battles and Test series that define an era. Both nations possess strengths across all formats of cricket with both youth and experience making for compelling opposition.
Match Schedule
Australian and South African teams will square off in a white-ball series starting August 10 in Darwin, featuring three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) and three ODIs as they prepare for the 2025 World Cup.
Both teams have enjoyed impressive recent form and this series promises plenty of drama. South Africa also makes their first tour since winning the WTC Final back in 2025!
Team rosters have been unveiled for the three-match T20 and ODI series between South Africa and Zimbabwe, featuring several star names making a comeback. AB de Villiers will lead his Proteas side and is looking forward to adding even more ODI and T20I caps to his resume.
Mitchell Marsh and Cameron Green will remain part of Australia’s World Cup squad, along with Josh Hazlewood as fast bowler. Spinner Nathan Ellis has also been added to their T20I squad while Peter Siddle will return while paceman Pat Cummins has been restrained.
South Africa have enjoyed success against Australia in Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), winning seven out of nine encounters. Furthermore, both teams have met five times for Test matches with South Africa emerging victorious.
South Africa dominate in ODI run scoring, dominating top-order power hitting with quick batsmen to put the game out of reach. On the other hand, Australia’s left-arm fast bowlers can create problems for them on pitches offering some bounce and carry.
Australia boasts a strong batting lineup, led by Glenn Maxwell and Matthew Short who can both produce big scores. Additionally, their middle order boasts talented batsmen such as Aaron Hardie and Cooper Connolly to provide effective support.
Kwena Maphaka will bring fresh talent to the Proteas side with his debut this series – joining veteran players like AB de Villiers, Faf du Plessis and Hashim Amla who form one of T20I cricket’s more formidable batting units.
Prediction
An intriguing cricketing rivalry always makes for compelling viewing, and Australia and South Africa’s first One Day International will not disappoint. The Proteas have historically enjoyed an advantage against Australia in limited-overs cricket – something which Cairns will hopefully change. Let’s examine match details, team form and pitch conditions to ascertain which side has the upper hand and can win this battle of two elite nations.
Weather forecast for Monday’s Marrara Oval match in Darwin should be warm and sunny with a slight breeze coming from the north-west. Pitch conditions at Marrara Oval should be slow with variable bounce; spinners may have an opportunity to cause problems for batters while big hitters such as Tim David or Dewald Brevis may struggle early on to gain their rhythm.
South Africa currently appear to have more depth than Australia in their lineups, even without Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma due to suspension and injury respectively. Aiden Markram and Andile Phehlukwayo remain strong midorder performers with youngster Ryan Rickelton providing additional firepower in lower middle. Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi add quality bowling attacks while Nandre Burger has shown improvement recently.
South Africa and Australia’s rivalry has become one of the most captivating contests to watch, thanks to South Africa’s potency at closing out games as opposed to Australia’s dominant start, creating one of the most thrilling contests. From high-scoring Test cricket at Lord’s to thrilling ODI chases at Johannesburg or intense T20 finales in Perth – every encounter between these sides delivers classic performances!
South Africa appears to be outwitting Australia on both counts: their batting is slightly superior and bowlers possess an edge, while the Proteas’ experience and youth will likely prevail, with them likely dominating the first half of this matchup. Australia are susceptible to early collapses which could dent South Africa’s total; South Africa are familiar with local conditions, have a settled lineup, and possessing an efficient pace attack that should enable them to come out victorious in this encounter.
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Australia and South Africa’s cricket rivalry is one of the most captivating in world cricket, providing spectacular matches filled with high-scoring thrillers, fiery pace battles, and remarkable batting performances that define entire eras. Be it Lord’s record 438 ODI chase or Perth T20 finish; both giants never cease to deliver memorable action-packed encounters!
Both teams boast top batting talent and powerful bowling attacks, but it is Australia that holds an edge in all formats. Both have had differing starts and finishes that can make each match unpredictable; South Africa frequently struggles to start T20Is quickly while Australia dominates powerplays – but both nations remain formidable forces when competing globally in T20s.
Australian cricket team prevailed against a South African side that managed only 277 runs, finishing on 179-3 in 31st over. Proteas will rue missed chances from Tim David and Travis Head when facing Kwena Maphaka-led Australia attack, led by Aiden Markram’s praise of Kwena Maphaka who “kept it simple and bowled in good areas”. South African can look forward to their match against England in Hobart on Tuesday (February 12) to reverse their recent slide.
