SA vs AUS 2nd ODI, Cricket Tips: South Africa outplayed Australia in the first ODI in Durban with Matthew Breetzke slamming a blistering century. He scored 112 off 106 and was equally supported by Marco Jansen (75 off 59). Keshav Maharaj (4/20) was also exceptional with his line and length. South Africa have earned a lead and will look to wrap up the series win.
The second ODI will start at 1:30 PM IST on Sunday at Kingsmead in Durban. Captain Pat Cummins will be back for Australia, and Aiden Markram will be back for South Africa. Josh Inglis has been ruled out of the series, and Alex Carey is all set to replace him in the playing XI.
SA vs AUS: Match Details
Date: September 27, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 1:30 PM IST
Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
SA vs AUS: Live Streaming Details
Indian fans can watch the second ODI between South Africa and Australia on the FanCode mobile app or website.
SA vs AUS: Head-to-Head in ODIs
Total Matches: 114
South Africa: 58
Australia: 50
No-result: 4
SA vs AUS: Ground Pitch Report
The surface in Johannesburg is excellent to bat on. It offers good bounce and pace, which will help the batters to play their shots. Fast bowlers can use that to their benefit. But this venue has been pretty good for the batting sides in recent years.
SA vs AUS: Possible XIs
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, Temba Bavuma (c), Aiden Markram, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Lizaad Williams.
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Cooper Connolly, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey (wk), Cameron Green, Jack Edwards, Pat Cummins, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
SA vs AUS: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Matthew Breetzke slammed a hundred in the first game and has excellent numbers against Australia. Similarly, Mitch Marsh will enjoy the pace and bounce in Johannesburg. These two batters will be important.
Probable Best Bowler
Keshav Maharaj and Nathan Ellis operate well, and their skills to use the change of pace make them difficult to face at times.
Today Match Prediction: South Africa have thrown the first punch at Australia and taken the momentum. Hence, we predict South Africa to record a win in the second ODI.
Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.