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

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.
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SA vs AUS Match Details – 3rd ODI
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Match: South Africa vs Australia, 3rd ODI
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Date: 30th September, 2026
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Time: 5:00 PM IST
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Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
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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.
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Win Batting First: 20%
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Win Bowling First: 80%
Average Scores
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Average 1st Innings: 263
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Average 2nd Innings: 244
SA vs AUS Weather Report – Potchefstroom Conditions
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Temperature |
15°C |
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Rain Possibility |
95% |
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Average Score |
270 |
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Best Suited For |
Batting |
SA vs AUS Recent Form
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Team |
Last 5 Matches |
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SA |
W, W, W, W, W |
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AUS |
L, L, W, W, W |
SA vs AUS Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 ODIs)
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Team |
Wins |
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South Africa |
8 |
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Australia |
2 |
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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
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Team |
Win Probability |
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South Africa |
55% |
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Australia |
45% |
SA vs AUS Key Player Battles to Watch
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Player |
Team |
Series Stats |
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SA |
151 runs |
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Matthew Breetzke |
SA |
146 runs |
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Mitchell Marsh |
AUS |
144 runs |
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Keshav Maharaj |
SA |
6 wickets |
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Jack Edwards |
AUS |
5 wickets |
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Josh Hazlewood |
AUS |
4 wickets |
SA vs AUS Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1: If SA Bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–50
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Predicted Total: 300- 325
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Match Result: SA to win
Scenario 2: If AUS Bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–55
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Predicted Total: 255–270
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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
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Mitchell Marsh
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David Miller
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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+
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