Australia and South Africa are set to face off in a three-match T20I series from August 10 to 16, a crucial part of their preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup. This series marks the return of international cricket to Australia’s Northern Territory after a 17-year hiatus. The first two matches will be held at Darwin’s Marrara Stadium, with the final game taking place in Cairns.
Head-to-Head:
- Overall: Australia holds the advantage with 17 wins in 25 T20I matches against South Africa, who have eight victories.
- In Australia: Australia’s dominance continues on home soil, where they have won five of the seven T20I encounters.
Squads:
- Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Sean Abbott, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matt Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa.
- South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, George Linde, Kwena Maphaka, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Prenelan Subrayen, Rassie van der Dussen.
Schedule:
- 1st T20I: August 10, 2025, at 2:45 PM IST (06:45 PM local time)
- 2nd T20I: August 12, 2025, at 2:45 PM IST (06:45 PM local time)
- 3rd T20I: August 16, 2025, at 2:45 PM IST (07:00 PM local time)
Where to Watch in India:
- Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website