SA vs AUS: The first match of the 5-match ODI series between South Africa and Australia will be played at Mangaung Oval Cricket Stadium on 7th September.
Before the ODI World Cup, South Africa and Australia will face each other at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein today, on 7th September. According to Indian time, this match will be played at 04:30 pm. After defeating South Africa in the 3-match T20 series, Australia will enter the field with high spirits, having secured a 2-1 victory. Australia would like to maintain this winning streak in the ODI series, while South Africa aims to redeem themselves after the previous defeat.
SA vs AUS Pitch Report:
The pitch at Mangaung Oval Cricket Stadium is a balanced one, offering assistance to both bowlers and batsmen. Fast bowlers can generate swing on this pitch, especially during the early stages. Spinners can find some support during the middle overs. Batsmen, once settled, can score well, and the second innings tends to be easier for batting. The decision to bowl first upon winning the toss is likely to be favorable. South Africa, being the home team, might have an advantage. Out of the 16 ODIs played at this ground, the team batting first has won 13 matches. Overall, it’s a well-rounded pitch, with an average ODI score of 241 runs.
SA vs AUS Weather Report:
Clouds are expected in the sky, and there may be light drizzle, but heavy rain is unlikely. The temperature is expected to be around 14.49 degrees Celsius.
South Africa squad: Temba Bavuma (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aiden Markram, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs (wk), Rassie van der Dussen, Dewald Brewis, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Bjorn Fortuyn, Sisanda Magala, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Wayne Parnell, Kagiso Rabada, Tabraiz Shamsi.
Australia Squad: Mitchell Marsh (captain), Sean Abbott, Ashton Agar, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Pat Cummins, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labushen, Tanvir Sangha, Marcus Stoinis, David Warner, Adam Zampa.
