AUS vs SA Match Prediction | 7th Match

Betting Tips

Australia and South Africa have endured exciting battles in ODI cricket over the years. Both teams were part of the famous ‘438 game’. The scores may not be as big as those, but this should be a tight contest either way. Australia are the current ODI world champions and should be looking to show no mercy towards the South Africans. The Proteas will rely on their middle order batters and spinners to be match-winners on the day.

Australia vs South Africa Head-to-Head Record

South Africa have had the upper hand against Australia in recent bilateral ODI series. The team has won four of the last five ODIs against their opponents. Australia won the previous match against the team from South Africa. Australia is the only team between the two sides to smell victory in their last five ODIs overall.

Australia vs South Africa Live Streaming and Broadcast

This battle of the Trans-Tasman and Africa will play out through Australia versus South Africa at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, 25 February 2025. The Star Sports Network TV broadcast and live-streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar app will be the platforms to follow the game in India.

AUS vs SA Team Previews

Australia

At the helm of the ODI world champions is captain Steven Smith. As a batter, he is well-known for manipulating the ball into the gaps. Opening batters Matthew Short and Travis Head will bring aggressive starts to put the opposition on the backfoot immediately.

Short started the 2025 edition of the ICC Champions Trophy with a half-century. Marnus Labuschagne's consistency in the middle order gives the team stability alongside his captain. Wicketkeepers Josh Inglis and Alex Carey offer flexibility with gloves and bat.

Both will also be key players to add to the Aussie batting depth. Inglis played a magnificent hand in his side’s opening victory over England with an unbeaten 120 runs. Fellow wicketkeeper-batter Carey backed him up with 69 runs.

All-rounder Glenn Maxwell's explosive batting and handy off-spin make him a dual threat. He showcased his explosiveness with 32 runs off 15 balls in his previous ODI innings. In the bowling department, leg-spinner Adam Zampa leads the spin attack with his wicket-taking abilities. The spin bowler took two wickets in his previous ODI.

Left-arm quicks Ben Dwarshuis and Spencer Johnson, along with right-arm pacer Nathan Ellis, are eager to seize their opportunity on the international stage. Dwarshuis struck three times against Ashes rivals England in the team’s first game of the tournament.

Johnson, in particular, aims to emulate Mitchell Starc's impact with a swinging new ball in the powerplay. Ellis has picked up 12 ODI wickets in no time. Despite the absence of key players like Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc, Australia's blend of experience and fresh energy positions them as formidable contenders in the tournament.

Australia Expected Playing 11

South Africa

Leading the exciting Proteas team is captain Temba Bavuma. The batter’s leadership and batting prowess will give his team a solid foundation. He started off the tournament with a half-century against Afghanistan.

Wicketkeeper Ryan Rickelton is fresh from a stellar domestic season and has started to show signs of that translating to the international scene. Rickelton slammed a century to start his ICC Champions Trophy campaign for 2025. Tony de Zorzi is another left-hander with domestic success behind him to cement his spot in the green and gold.

The middle order features the reliable experience of Rassie van der Dussen and the versatile Aiden Markram. Both played well-timed and aggressive knocks in their previous match to give the team valuable late order runs. They both hit half-centuries with strike rates over 100. Explosive finisher David Miller brings experience and a knack for accelerating the run rate in crucial moments.

All-rounders Marco Jansen and Wiaan Mulder offer balance as key seamers and death overs hitters. Spinner Keshav Maharaj provides control and wicket-taking options in the middle overs. The pace battery is spearheaded by Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi.

Both speedsters will be accurate while remaining constant wicket-taking threats in the powerplays. Rabada was the pick of the bowlers against Afghanistan with three wickets. He was ably supported by Ngidi and Mulder with two wickets each.

South Africa Expected Playing 11

AUS vs SA Toss Prediction

Australia could prefer bowling first. They won their previous match against South Africa by batting second. South Africa may likely choose to bat first. That has generally been their recipe for success against Australia. Four out of their five most recent ODIs have been won by batting first.

Pitch and Conditions

The pitch at Rawalpindi is known for its even bounce and pace. The pitch offers batters the opportunity to play expansive strokes. Early in the game fast bowlers may find some assistance through movement off the surface. Spinners often come into play due to the dry conditions. A balanced contest should keep fans on the edge of their seats. Australia chased a target of 213 with three wickets and just over two overs to spare when they beat South Africa in 2023.

The conditions for matchday in Rawalpindi may feature light rain, particularly towards the latter half of the match. There is a 20 percent chance of rain on the day. Temperatures will be moderate, but the ever-present humidity will still be felt.

AUS vs SA Betting Tips

This game could swing either way because of the competitive nature of both sides. Australia has the better record compared to South Africa in neutral venues. Australia is well-known for its performances in the pressure games of ICC events. South Africa will be looking to avenge their semi-final loss to Australia in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Bet on Australia to win this match.