Table of Contents
- AUS vs SA Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
- AUS vs SA, 2nd ODI: Match Details
- Great Barrier Reef Arena Pitch Report
- AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Picks
- AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain
- AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Backups
- AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction team for today’s match (August 22, 10:00 am IST)
- Squads
South Africa will lock horns with hosts Australia in the second ODI of the three-match series on Friday at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. The Proteas head into the contest brimming with confidence after a commanding 98-run win in the opener.
Australia’s chase in the series opener at Cairns unraveled due to a misfiring middle order, despite flashes of individual brilliance. Skipper Mitchell Marsh stood out with the bat, but he’ll be hoping for a stronger collective effort from his side to keep the series alive.
South Africa, on the other hand, delivered a near-flawless performance. Their top order laid a solid platform, the middle order built on it with authority, and the bowlers executed brilliantly. Keshav Maharaj was the star of the show, spinning a web around the Aussies with a five-wicket haul that left the hosts with no answers.
With the series hanging in the balance, Australia will be desperate to bounce back, while South Africa will look to seal the contest with back-to-back wins.
AUS vs SA Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
Matches Played: 111 | Australia won: 51 | South Africa won: 56 | No results: 03 | Tied: 01
AUS vs SA, 2nd ODI: Match Details
- Date and Time: August 22 – 10:00 am IST/ 04:30 am GMT/ 02:00 pm Local
- Venue: Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay
Great Barrier Reef Arena Pitch Report
The Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay is known for offering a balanced pitch that keeps both batters and bowlers interested. Early in the innings, seamers often enjoy some bounce and movement, making the first few overs crucial for quicks. As the game progresses, however, batting tends to get easier, with the surface allowing for fluent stroke play and higher scoring. This often makes chasing a more comfortable option at this venue.
Spinners find only moderate assistance, with the track largely favoring pace in the early stages. The outfield is well-maintained, quick enough to reward clean shots but not overly fast. Historically, the ground has produced evenly contested matches, with teams successfully defending totals as well as pulling off chases.
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeeper: Ryan Rickelton
- Batters: Mitchell Marsh, Temba Bavuma, Travis Head, Matthew Breetzke
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Wiann Mulder
- Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Josh Hazelwood, Adam Zampa, Keshav Maharaj
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain
- Choice 1: Aiden Markram (c), Travis Head (vc)
- Choice 2: Mitchell Marsh (c), Keshav Maharaj (vc)
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Backups
Dewald Brevis, Lungi Ngidi, Cameron Green, Marnus Labuschagne
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AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction team for today’s match (August 22, 10:00 am IST)
Squads
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Lance Morris, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, Kwena Maphaka, Senuran Muthusamy, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Prenelan Subrayen
