South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 – AUS vs SA Match Prediction: Today’s 2nd ODI – Betting Tips, Head to Head, Captain Choices, Predicted Playing XI & Injury Updates 

  • Published - August 21, 2025 12:01:54
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AUS vs SA Prediction for South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 2nd ODI Preview: 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 2nd ODI match of the South Africa tour of Australia will see Australia face visiting South Africa on Friday, August 22, at 10:00 AM

Australia started the ODI series with full confidence after winning the T20s, but South Africa came in desperate to bounce back. They showed that hunger right from the start of the match and pulled it off a strong win in Cairns. Batting first, South Africa’s top order delivered important runs. Aiden Markram(82) and captain Temba Bavuma(65) built partnerships, while Matthew Breetzke(57) kept the scoreboard moving. Coming on the chase, Australia’s opener gave the team much much-needed quick start. But after that, the South African bowlers, especially spinners, controlled the game. Keshav Maharaj’s fifter broke the backbone of the hosts, and the remaining job was done by Lungi Nigidi and Nandre Burger’s spell

This game is important for both teams. Coming into this match, both teams would be looking for a win, and for the same reasons, to ultimately be crowned as the champions of the series. AUS would seek redemption from the last T20 series defeat, while SA would be looking for a win to maintain their winning streak. With this, fans can expect to see an intense and competitive match between the two. The AUS vs SA match is scheduled at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, on Friday, 22nd August, starting at 10:00 AM IST. Let’s check the teams’ preview, pitch report, ground stats, team Captain, vice captain, and more below.

 AUS vs SA Match Details, 2nd ODI South Africa tour of Australia, 2025

League South Africa tour of Australia, 2025
Match Australia vs South Africa, 2nd ODI
Time 10:00 AM IST, Friday, August 22, 2025
Venue Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay

Australia vs South Africa Head to Head Records

Total Matches 11
Australia 03
South Africa 08
No Result 00

AUS vs SA South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 Last 5 Match Record

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Australia (AUS) L, L, W, L, L
South Africa (SA) L, L, W, W, L

AUS vs SA Weather and Pitch Report

Pitch Report

The pitch at Cazlay’s Cricket Ground has a batting-friendly surface with scores around 280-290 considered competitive. The surface generally offers good bounce and carry, which allows batters to play their shots with confidence. Early in the innings, Pacers might find some swing and seam movement, especially in humid conditions, but the pitch tends to settle down as the match progresses.

Spinners could play a role in the middle overs, as the smaller boundaries give them a chance if they use variations smartly. Historically, team chasing has enjoyed success at this venue, making the toss an important factor.

Weather Report

Temperature 20°C
Weather Forecast 88%Humidity and 25% rain chance
Pitch Behavior Batters
Best Suited To Pacers
Average 1st innings score  231

AUS vs SA 2nd ODI South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 Ground Stats

Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay Ground Stats
Total 03
Team Bat 1st 03
Team Bat 2nd 00
Tie/ No Result 00
Average First Innings Score 254

AUS vs SA Predicted Playing XI

Australia Playing XI: Mitchell Marsh (captain), Travis Head, Cameron Green, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis

South Africa Playing XI: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wicketkeeper), Matthew Breetzke, Temba Bavuma (captain), Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Senuran Muthusamy, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

AUS vs SA Team News and Players Injury Update

Australia South Africa
No Injury Update. No Injury Update.

No injury has been reported as far for the upcoming match, when they are made available, we will update here.

AUS vs SA Team Squad

Australia Squad: 

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis(w), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Cooper Connolly

South Africa Squad: 

Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton(w), Temba Bavuma(c), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi, Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Senuran Muthusamy, Kwena Maphaka, Lhuan-dre Pretorius

AUS vs SA Today Match Prediction: Today Team Captain And Vice Captain Choices

South Africa tour of Australia, 2025 is one of the popular domestic T20 cricket leagues among fans and fantasy platforms. As the tournament has already started, fans are trying to find out the best possible combination on fantasy platforms. Hence, we have made an easy Captain and vice captain choice for you that would help you to earn points for your today’s teams today for small and grand leagues.

  • Aiden Markram
  • Josh Hazlewood
  • Tristian Stubbs
  • Temba Bavuma

Who will win the AUS vs SA 2nd ODI of the South Africa tour of Australia, 2025

As per our analysis and game stats, recent matches, and the squad of these two teams, there is a high probability of AUS winning this match. However, the winner can be entirely attributed to the ground stats and its records. So, as per the ground stats, the chances of the team batting second are high, so the chasing team will likely win the 2nd ODI of the South Africa tour of Australia, 2025. However, with cricket’s unpredictable nature and SA’s batting firepower, this match could go either way. So, please analyze on your part and then invest.

Who will win Today’s toss between AUS vs SA 2nd ODI 

As we head into the 2nd ODI of the South Africa tour of Australia, 2025, between Australia and South Africa, all eyes will be on the Toss, which could play a crucial role in shaping the game. Looking at recent matches and toss winnings, Australia(AUS) appear more likely to win the toss today. Winning today’s toss could give them an advantage and an early edge, especially with their current unbeaten form in the tournament.

AUS vs SA South Africa tour of Australia, 2025, Where to Watch 2nd ODI

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