In this three-match Test series, Australia and South Australia have only played one match against one another. Australia won that game, and it is currently leading the series 1-0. Australia prevailed over South Africa in the first Test by six wickets. Australia chose to field first after winning the toss during that match.
South Africa scored 152 runs in their first innings, with 64 runs scored by Kyle Verreynne for them. Nathan Lyon and Mitchell Starc each took three wickets for Australia. Australia scored 218 runs in the first innings when they batted, but Travis Head scored 92 runs for them. South Africa’s four wickets went to Kagiso Rabada.
In the second innings, when South Africa went to bat, they only managed to score 99 runs, and Khaya Zondo scored 36 runs for them. Australia’s Pat Cummins took 5 wickets. Australia successfully chased down the target when they came to chase, losing four wickets. For South Africa, Kagiso Rabada picked up four wickets.
Australia vs South Africa Match details :
- Match: Australia vs South Africa
- Date: 26th December 2022
- Time: 5:00 AM IST
- Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
Melbourne Cricket Ground Melbourne Stadium Weather Report :
On the day of the match, the temperature is expected to be around 17°C, with a humidity of 34% and a wind speed of 16 km/hr. During the game, there are no chances of precipitation.
Melbourne Cricket Ground Melbourne Stadium Pitch report :
The neutral wicket at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is expected to greatly benefit the seamers in both innings. The spinners get very little help in the beginning, so batters will need to be careful in the first overs because of the swing.
Australia vs South Africa Prediction :
They will play them in another difficult away game, so we won’t know how they react to losing. Throughout the tournament thus far, Australia is anticipated to win this match decisively.
Australia vs South Africa Fantasy tips :
For the mini-grand leagues, Kagiso Rabada will be an excellent choice for captain. Here, the punt picks include Usman Khawaja and Keshav Maharaj. For this game, the best fantasy/Dream11 combination is 1-4-2-4.
Australia vs South Africa Dream 11 :
- Keeper – Kyle Verreyne
- Batsmen – Steven Smith, Temba Bavuma, Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja
- All-rounders – Travis Head (VC), Marco Jansen
- Bowlers – Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Kagiso Rabada (C), Anrich Nortje
Australia vs South Africa Where to watch :
The Australia vs South Africa 2nd Test will take place at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne. Australia vs South Africa 2nd Test live telecast channel on the TV The Australia vs South Africa 2nd Test will be aired live through Sony Sports Network and DD Sports on Free Dish as well as all DTH connections.
Australia vs South Africa Playing XIs :
Australia:
- David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Scott Boland, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins ©, Nathan Lyon
South Africa:
- Dean Elgar ©, Sarel Erwee, Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Khaya Zondo, Kyle Verryenne (wk), Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, and Anrich Nortje