CSE
Toss Index453.6▲ +1.56%Match Index1,207.7▼ −4.30%TIX-ATOS2695.9▼ −4.06%TIX-CTC2692.3▼ −2.74%TIX-WIWT26109.2▲ +9.16%TIX-SLTO26115.2▲ +6.66%CSA T20 Challenge 2026 · CSXM3647 BOR vs NWD▼ −4.30%M3646 WP vs KTS▼ −0.02%M3645 MR vs MT▲ +0.94%M3644 HD vs HL▲ +1.77%M3643 ENG vs SL▬ +0.00%M3642 IND vs WI▬ +0.00%M3641 SA vs AUS▬ +0.00%M3640 ZIM-W vs WI-W▬ +0.00%M3639 NC vs BOR▬ +0.00%M3638 MT vs WP▲ +2.05%Toss Index453.6▲ +1.56%Match Index1,207.7▼ −4.30%TIX-ATOS2695.9▼ −4.06%TIX-CTC2692.3▼ −2.74%TIX-WIWT26109.2▲ +9.16%TIX-SLTO26115.2▲ +6.66%CSA T20 Challenge 2026 · CSXM3647 BOR vs NWD▼ −4.30%M3646 WP vs KTS▼ −0.02%M3645 MR vs MT▲ +0.94%M3644 HD vs HL▲ +1.77%M3643 ENG vs SL▬ +0.00%M3642 IND vs WI▬ +0.00%M3641 SA vs AUS▬ +0.00%M3640 ZIM-W vs WI-W▬ +0.00%M3639 NC vs BOR▬ +0.00%M3638 MT vs WP▲ +2.05%
Cricket Match Predictions

SA vs AUS Match Prediction — Who Will Win 3rd ODI? South Africa vs Australia

In this SA vs AUS match prediction, we analyse recent form, pitch report, weather conditions, head-to-head record, key players, and match scenarios to find out who will win SA vs AUS today in the 3rd ODI of the Australia tour of South Africa 2026

SA vs AUS Match Prediction 3rd ODI — SA Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip
SA vs AUS Match Prediction 3rd ODI — SA Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip

South Africa will face Australia in the third ODI of Australia's 2026 tour of South Africa on September 30th at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom. Delivering a brilliant performance, South Africa secured the series with two consecutive victories; they now aim to sustain this momentum and achieve a clean sweep.

In the 2nd ODI, South Africa batted first and scored 365 runs in 50 overs. David Miller smashed a superb century with 142 runs off 93 balls. In response, Australia failed to chase the target and were bowled out for 333 runs in 49.5 overs.

Read Also: South Africa vs Australia ODI series 2026: Full schedule, squads and live streaming details

SA vs AUS Match Details – 3rd ODI 

  • Match: South Africa vs Australia, 3rd ODI 

  • Date: 30th September, 2026

  • Time: 5:00 PM IST

  • Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom 

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

SA vs AUS Pitch Report - Senwes Park, Potchefstroom 

The pitch at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom is generally flat and firm, providing a fair contest between bat and ball. Batters can rely on the consistent bounce to play attacking strokes, while fast bowlers are likely to enjoy some early swing and seam movement with the new ball.

  • Win Batting First: 20%

  • Win Bowling First: 80%

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 263

  • Average 2nd Innings: 244

SA vs AUS Weather Report – Potchefstroom Conditions 

Temperature

15°C

Rain Possibility

95%

Average Score

270

Best Suited For

Batting 

SA vs AUS Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

SA

W, W, W, W, W

AUS

L, L, W, W, W

SA vs AUS Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 ODIs)

Team

Wins

South Africa 

8

Australia 

2

NR

0

SA vs AUS Injury News & Team Updates – 3rd ODI 

SA: All players are fit and available for the match

AUS: Fully fit squad available for this match 

SA vs AUS Win Probability – 3rd ODI 

Team

Win Probability

South Africa 

55%

Australia 

45%

SA vs AUS Key Player Battles to Watch 

Player

Team

Series Stats

David Miller 

SA

151 runs

Matthew Breetzke 

SA

146 runs

Mitchell Marsh 

AUS

144 runs

Keshav Maharaj

SA

6 wickets

Jack Edwards 

AUS 

5 wickets

Josh Hazlewood 

AUS

4 wickets

SA vs AUS Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If SA Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 300- 325

  • Match Result: SA to win

Scenario 2: If AUS Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 45–55

  • Predicted Total: 255–270

  • Match Result: SA to win

SA vs AUS Toss Prediction – 3rd ODI 

The chasing side has won 25 games out of 45. Therefore, the captain winning the toss is expected to choose to bowl first.

Prediction: SA to win the toss and elect to bowl first 

SA vs AUS Probable Playing 

South Africa (SA)

Quinton de Kock, Adam Markram, Temba Bavuma ©, Matthew Breetzke, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Duan Jansen, Lizaad Williams, Bjorn Fortuin, Keshav Maharaj.

Australia (AUS)

Mitchell Marsh ©, Travis Head, Cooper Connolly, Alex Carey, Matt Renshaw, Cameron Green, Jack Edwards, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

SA vs AUS 3rd ODI Player of the Match Prediction

  • Mitchell Marsh 

  • David Miller 

  • Keshav Maharaj 

Who Will Win SA vs AUS Today? — Expert Prediction 3rd ODI 

According to our SA vs AUS who will win today, South Africa are the favourites to win the 3rd ODI expert predictions. The likes of Matthew Breetzke, David Miller and Marco Jansen will be key players to watch out for.

SA vs AUS, who will win today: South Africa to win 

SA vs AUS Match Result  – 3rd ODI Results 

(To be updated after the match - September 30, 2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

South Africa are favourites and are predicted to beat Australia

South Africa are predicted to win the toss and opt to bowl first.

The pitch at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom is generally flat and firm, providing a fair contest between bat and ball. Batters can rely on the consistent bounce to play attacking strokes, while fast bowlers are likely to enjoy some early swing and seam movement with the new ball

Matthew Breetzke, David Miller and Mitchell Marsh are the key players to watch.

Australia has a 45% win probability, while South Africa has a 55% chance

Match Tips

  • High Scoring Match 190+

About the Author

Bhupender Sharma
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I am Bhupender Sharma, a cricket analyst, match prediction writer, and fantasy cricket expert with 7+ years of experience. I cover domestic and international cricket, global T20 leagues, and the Indian Premier League (IPL), and have previously worked with CricTracker, KhelTalk, and Sportsdunia.

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