Cricket lovers, get ready! The much-awaited Australia vs South Africa T20I Series 2025 kicks off from 10th August and promises to deliver fast-paced action, big hitting, and nail-biting finishes. With both teams carrying star-studded lineups and recent form to back their ambitions, this three-match T20I series is set to thrill fans across the globe.
📅 Series Schedule Australia vs South Africa T20I Series 2025
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 10 August 2025 | Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin | 2:30 PM |
| 2nd T20I | 13 August 2025 | Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin | 2:30 PM |
| 3rd T20I | 16 August 2025 | Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns | 2:30 PM |
Format: 3-match T20 International Series
Broadcast: Star Sports Network (TV) & Disney+ Hotstar (Online)
Australia T20 Squad 2025
- Mitchell Marsh (C)
- Travis Head
- David Warner
- Glenn Maxwell
- Marcus Stoinis
- Cameron Green
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Matthew Wade (wk)
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood
- Pat Cummins
- Nathan Ellis
- Sean Abbott
Key Strengths:
- Strong top order with Head-Warner power start.
- Versatile all-rounders in Maxwell, Green, Stoinis.
- Elite pace trio of Cummins, Hazlewood, Abbott.
South Africa T20 Squad 2025
- Aiden Markram (C)
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Reeza Hendricks
- David Miller
- Dewald Brevis
- Tristan Stubbs
- Marco Jansen
- Kagiso Rabada
- Lungi Ngidi
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Gerald Coetzee
- Kwena Maphaka
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius
Key Strengths:
- Aggressive batting depth.
- World-class pacers Rabada & Ngidi.
- Spin variety with Shamsi & Markram.
⚔️ Head-to-Head in T20 Internationals
- Matches Played: 25
- Australia Wins: 17
- South Africa Wins: 8
- Last Series: Australia won 2-1 in 2023.
🏟️ Venue & Pitch Analysis;Australia vs South Africa T20I Series 2025
Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin
- Historically helps seamers early on.
- Short square boundaries, favoring big hitters later in the innings.
- Average first innings score: 165–175.
Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns
- Balanced wicket with assistance for spinners in the middle overs.
- Dew can influence chasing teams in night matches.
📺 Where to Watch AUS vs SA T20I in India
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar (Mobile & Web)
- Toss Time: 2:00 PM IST
- Match Start: 2:30 PM IST
🔥 Key Battles to Watch
- Mitchell Marsh vs Kagiso Rabada – Captain vs Spearhead.
- David Warner vs Lungi Ngidi – Experience vs Accuracy.
- Dewald Brevis vs Adam Zampa – Young gun vs Spin wizard.
📊 Predicted Playing XI (1st T20I)
Australia:
- Travis Head
- David Warner
- Mitchell Marsh (C)
- Glenn Maxwell
- Marcus Stoinis
- Cameron Green
- Matthew Wade (wk)
- Pat Cummins
- Josh Hazlewood
- Adam Zampa
- Sean Abbott
South Africa:
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Reeza Hendricks
- Aiden Markram (C)
- Dewald Brevis
- David Miller
- Tristan Stubbs
- Marco Jansen
- Kagiso Rabada
- Lungi Ngidi
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Gerald Coetzee
💡 Match Prediction
- Series Winner Prediction: Australia 2-1 South Africa
- Why? Australia’s familiarity with home conditions and deeper all-rounder options give them a slight edge.
- X-Factor Players: Glenn Maxwell (AUS) & Dewald Brevis (SA).
🗣 Fan Poll
Who will win the AUS vs SA T20I Series 2025?
- 🇦🇺 Australia
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
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