The 1st ODI between Australia and South Africa in the 2025 series is being played at Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns, on August 19, 2025. The match is scheduled to start at 10:00AM IST (2:30PM local time in Cairns). This series marks the first meeting of these teams in ODIs since the 2023 World Cup.
This ODI marks the beginning of a fresh cycle for both teams as they look ahead to the 2027 World Cup. Both sides feature notable changes since the Champions Trophy, with significant retirements:
Batting conditions are expected to be generally good, with some grip and hold for slower balls as seen in recent T20Is at Cairns. Dew could play a role later in proceedings.
Previous series at this ground saw moderate scores, with the highest ODI total in those 2022 matches being just 267, suggesting help for bowlers.
Australia: Have struggled recently (LWLLL in last five ODIs), with some squad reshuffling required by injuries and rests for stars like Starc and Cummins.
South Africa: Their recent ODI form is better (LWWLL), with Bavuma’s leadership and the return of Keshav Maharaj bolstering experience.
AUS vs SA Match Details
- Match: 1st ODI Match
- Teams: Australia vs South Africa
- Date: 19 Aug 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM 04:30 AM GMT / 02:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns
AUS vs SA Live streaming info
The 1st ODI Match Australia vs South Africa is on Aug 19, 2025. This ODI match is at the Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns.
- In Australia: Watch all matches live on Fox Cricket and live stream via Kayo Sports app and Foxtel Go.
- In South Africa: SuperSport channels will broadcast and live stream the matches.
- In India: Sony Sports Network will televise the matches live with online streaming on SonyLIV.
- In the United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket will broadcast and stream all games.
- In the United States: Willow TV and FuboTV offer live coverage.
- In New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ will provide live telecast and streaming.
- In the Caribbean: SportsMax TV will cover live broadcasts.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
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Predicted Playing XIs
Australia: Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Cameron Green, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.
South Africa : Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis (set for ODI debut), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.