AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- South Africa Tour of Australia 2025, 2nd ODI
Published - 22 Aug 2025, 07:00 AM

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The second ODI of the series will feature Australia against South Africa at the Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, on 22nd August at 10:00 AM IST.
Get the best AUS vs SA Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd ODI match of the South Africa Tour of Australia 2025. Expert analysis and more.
AUS vs SA Today Match Information:
Match Details | Match Information |
South Africa Tour of Australia 2025 | Australia vs South Africa 2nd ODI |
Date | 22nd August 2025 |
Time | 10:00 AM IST |
Venue | Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay |
AUS vs SA Match Preview:
South Africa dominated Australia in the first ODI on August 19, 2025, at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, securing a 98-run victory to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
The second ODI, set for August 22, 2025, at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, sets the stage for Australia to fight back and level the series.
In the first ODI, South Africa posted a formidable 296/8, powered by Aiden Markram’s 82 off 81 balls, Temba Bavuma’s 65 off 74, and Matthew Breetzke’s 55 off 61, forming a solid foundation with a 92-run opening stand between Markram and Ryan Rickelton (25).
Travis Head led Australia’s bowling with an impressive 4/57, while Ben Dwarshuis took 2/53. Chasing 297, Australia collapsed to 198 in 40.5 overs, with Mitchell Marsh’s valiant 88 off 96 and a 71-run stand with Dwarshuis (33) offering resistance.
Keshav Maharaj’s career-best 5/33, including a game-changing spell that triggered a collapse of 6/29, and Lungi Ngidi’s 2/28 dismantled Australia’s batting.
Mitchell Marsh captains Australia, relying on Travis Head, Cameron Green, and Adam Zampa to turn the tide.
Meanwhile, Temba Bavuma leads South Africa, with Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, and Maharaj key to maintaining their momentum. Australia aims to avoid a series deficit at home, while South Africa seeks to clinch the series with another clinical performance.
AUS vs SA Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Australia | 51 |
South Africa | 55 |
AUS vs SA Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 23°C |
Weather Forecast | Cloudy |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | NA |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | NA |
Winning % | NA |
AUS vs SA Playing 11s (Predicted):
Australia Playing 11: Mitchell Marsh©, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis(wk), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
South Africa Playing 11: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton(wk), Temba Bavuma©, Mattheuw Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi
Hot Picks for AUS vs SA Fantasy Cricket Tips:
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captaincy Picks:
Travis Head – A dynamic left-handed batter and handy right-arm off-break bowler from Australia, he delivered an excellent all-round show in his last match with 27 runs and 4 wickets. |
Mitchell Marsh – A powerful right-handed batter from Australia, he played a commanding innings in the last match, scoring an impressive 88 runs. |
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Top Picks:
Keshav Maharaj – A reliable right-handed batter and outstanding left-arm orthodox spinner from South Africa, he impressed in the previous game with 13 runs and a remarkable 5-wicket haul. |
Aiden Markram – A classy right-handed batter and useful right-arm off-break bowler from South Africa, he showcased his batting brilliance in the last match with a commanding 82-run knock. |
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Budget Picks:
Ben Dwarshuis – A capable left-handed batter and impactful left-arm fast bowler from Australia, he strengthens the side with his valuable all-round skills. |
Matthew Breetzke – A solid right-handed batter from South Africa, he plays a key role in anchoring their middle-order with consistency. |
AUS vs SA Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Travis Head & Mitchell Marsh |
Vice-Captain | Aiden Markram & Keshav Maharaj |
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Ryan Rickelton, Josh Inglis
- Batters – Travis Head (c), Mitchell Marsh, Temba Bavuma, Matthew Breetzke
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram (vc), Wiaan Mulder, Aaron Hardie
- Bowlers – Keshav Maharaj, Ben Dwarshuis

AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Ryan Rickelton
- Batters – Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Temba Bavuma, Matthew Breetzke
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Aaron Hardie
- Bowlers – Keshav Maharaj (vc), Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa

AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd ODI South Africa Tour of Australia 2025 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Cooper Connolly | 6.0 credits | DNP |
Senuran Muthusamy | 6.5 credits | DNP |
AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd ODI South Africa Tour of Australia 2025 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Travis Head |
GL Captaincy Choice | Mitchell Marsh |
Punt Picks | Adam Zampa and Jos Inglis |
Dream11 Combination | 2-4-3-2 |
AUS vs SA Match Prediction:
Based on the current performance, it is anticipated that South Africa will secure a victory in this match.
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