South Africa once again dominate with the middle order getting them to a score and the bowling attack putting pressure on a rather unsettled Australian batting line-up. For Australia though the middle order looks promising with contributions from Josh Inglis and also a start from Cameron Green, Marnus Labuschagne's form though, will be something to watch as he has two runs in two games.

AUS vs SA Match Details

Date: August 24th, 2025

Time:  10:00 AM IST

Venue: Great Barrier Reef Arena, MacKay

AUS vs SA Weather Report

MacKay could be on the pleasant side when it comes to weather with summer slowly starting to set in.

AUS vs SA Pitch Report

Batting second could be a better choice on a track that looks a little uncertain given the ground hosts its first game after 33 years.

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AUS vs SA Head to Head

AUS vs SA Predicted Playing XI

Australia Playing XI 

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshius, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

SA Playing XI

Aiden Markaram, Ryan Rickleton, Temba Bavuma, Matthew Breetzke, Tristin Stubbs, Dewald Brewis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi 

Australia vs South Africa: Players to Watch

Ryan Rickleton

Ryan Rickleton is making it big with his impactful 30s. He is a key silent starter and his role has been pretty simple but effective in the limited games he has played so far.

Marnus Labuschagne

Steve Smith's retirement allowed Marnus Labuschagne another go in the national time but his struggles still do not change with two runs in two games. Australia needs runs from their number three with the line-up struggling to score collectively and he is a vital cog.

Australia vs South Africa Match Tips

South Africa are favorites for a white-wash here unless the Australian's finally come in together..

Match Prediction: Australia Will Win the Match