South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 – AUS vs SA 1st ODI fantasy cricket tips, pitch, and Captaincy choices

The South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 tour kicked off on 10th August, and today is going to be the 1st match of the ODI series between the two. After competing in the T20s, the teams will face each other in the ODI format of the game during the bilateral tour. The 1st ODI match of the South Africa tour of Australia will see Australia face visiting South Africa on Tuesday, August 19 at 10:00 AM. In the last T20 match, Australia won by 2 Wickets and then won the T20 format series in their name. Now coming in a new format, they would look to dominate in the same fashion, where South Africa would look to change the feat and get the grasp right from the start of the bilateral tour. Both Australia and South Africa head into the ODI series in transition, with several changes in their squads. Australia will miss Steve Smith and Glenn Maxwell due to retirement, while Mitchell Owen, Spencer Johnson, and Matt Short are sidelined with injuries. Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sean Abbott, and Tanveer Sangha have also been dropped. South Africa is back with ODI skipper Temba Bavuma, who was last seen guiding them in the WTC final win. Alongside him, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Matthew Breetzke, and Tony de Zorzi have been added, while the rest of the squad remains similar to the recent T20I series.

Coming into this match, it would be a new chance for them to redeem themselves and prove their importance. However, the hosts will also be looking for a win and would be confident to build on their recent winning form. runs in a close game. This match is all about winning the match and crowning themselves as the winner of the T20 series. As this match is going to be the decider of the shortest format, it holds significant importance. So, with that, now let’s look at the best fantasy cricket tips, pitch report, and captaincy choices for the AUS vs SA 1st ODI in the series.

AUS vs SA Match Details, 1st ODI South Africa tour of Australia, 2025

AUS vs SA Pitch Report at Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns:

The pitch at Cazlay’s Cricket Ground has a surface that traditionally offers something for both batters and bowlers. Early on, the new ball tends to move around with swing and bounce, allowing pacers to make it count. The humidity in the region often aids this movement, making the initial overs crucial. As the game progresses, the pitch generally dries out and flattens, making stroke play easier for batters. Spinners can come into play in the middle orders, especially when the surface begins to wear, offering grip and turn. Overall, the conditions here strike a balance between both bat and ball. Captains often prefer bowling first to make use of the early assistance before the pitch settles down for batting.

AUS vs SA 1st ODI: Batters to watch(Last match stats)

AUS vs SA 1st ODI: Bowlers to watch(last Match Stats)

AUS vs SA Prediction 2025: Small League & Grand League Teams

We have outlined the top fantasy picks for you to consider adding to your team for today’s match. If you’re interested in participating in mega leagues on fantasy platforms, take a look at our Grand League Team below to finalize today’s AUS vs SA fantasy team.

AUS vs SA Today Small League Team:

AUS vs SA Today Grand League Team:

AUS vs SA 1st ODI Captain and Vice Captain choices

Try rotating the mentioned players across multiple fantasy teams to boost your chances of scoring big. Creating different combinations enhances your chances of winning. Use these AUS vs SA Fantasy tips to create your fantasy team and to build your lineup today.

AUS vs SA Predicted Playing XI

Australia Playing XI: 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 Playing XI: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma (c), Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi.

Disclaimer: This fantasy cricket advice is based on the author’s analysis, experience, and publicly available data. Users are advised to use this information as a guide and make their own informed decisions. Crichourly does not support or provide insider information and is not liable for any financial losses resulting from the team selections.