South Africa vs Australia, 2nd ODI – Match The second ODI between South Africa and Australia is a series-defining clash at the Wanderers, with the Proteas looking to seal a 2-0 lead after a commanding win in Durban.
The Wanderers traditionally offers a true surface with good pace and carry, helping bowlers early but rewarding batters who settle. Despite its high altitude, recent ODI history here has been relatively bowler-friendly; since 2020 it has recorded the third-lowest batting average among South African ODI venues.
Weather is expected to be dry, sunny and warm, with minimal rain risk—ideal for a full 100-over contest. Conditions should remain stable through the day, with no major interruptions forecast.
South Africa lead the three-match series 1-0 after a 67-run win in Durban, where spin played a decisive role. A victory in Johannesburg would give them an unassailable 2-0 lead with one game remaining, extending their recent dominance over Australia in bilateral ODI series.
For Australia, this is a must-win to keep the series alive and regain momentum before the Test leg of the tour. Their powerplay aggression in Durban was nullified by left-arm spin, and they must show better rotation and patience against Maharaj and company.
AUS vs SA Match Details
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Match / League / Season: 2nd ODI, Australia tour of South Africa 2026 (Qantas Tour)
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Date: Sunday, 27 September 2026
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Time: 10:00 AM local (SAST) | 1:30 PM IST | 6:00 PM AEST
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Venue: The Wanderers Stadium (DP World Wanderers), Johannesburg
AUS vs SA Live Streaming Info
Fans around the world can catch the South Africa vs Australia ODI live through the following official broadcasters and streaming platforms:
- South Africa: TV on SuperSport Cricket and SABC 3; stream via DStv Stream, SABC+, or the SuperSport website (sport pack required).
- Australia: TV on Fox Cricket; stream on Kayo Sports or Foxtel Now.
- India: TV on Eurosport and Star Sports Network; stream on FanCode and JioHotstar.
- Pakistan: TV on PTV Sports; stream on Tapmad and ARY Zap.
- United Kingdom: TV on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports+; stream via Sky Go or NOW.
- United States & Canada: No linear TV; stream on Prime Video with the Willow TV add-on.
- Sri Lanka: TV on ThePapare 1 and 3 HD (Dialog TV channels 62 & 128); stream via the Dialog Play App.
- Bangladesh: No linear TV; stream on Tapmad.
- Middle East & North Africa: TV on BeIN Sports (selected regions); stream on BeIN Sports Connect.
- Rest of World: Stream via Willow TV (on Prime Video in select regions) or the FanCode international app.
The AUS vs SA 2nd ODI match will be live on Willow TV.
Live Score Info:
Australia vs South Africa 2nd ODI 2026: ESPN and Cricbuzz have live scores.Current Form & Momentum
South Africa: Come in with strong white-ball confidence, having won four of their last five completed ODIs. Matthew Breetzke’s maiden ODI century (112) and Marco Jansen’s explosive 75 in Durban underlined their depth, while Keshav Maharaj’s 4/20 showcased their spin threat.
Australia: Arrive after a loss in Durban but remain dangerous, especially with Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh at the top. Their last five completed ODIs read L-W-W-W-W, indicating they can bounce back quickly, but their middle order must convert starts into big partnerships.
Head-to-Head Summary (ODIs)
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Total ODIs played: 114 (58 SA wins, 52 AUS wins, 3 ties, 1 no result)
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Recent series trend: South Africa have won the last five bilateral ODI series against Australia, including a 2-1 series win in Australia in 2025.
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Last five meetings (most recent first, 2025 series in Australia):
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AUS won by 276 runs (Mackay, Aug 2025)
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SA won by 84 runs (Mackay, Aug 2025)
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SA won (series decider context in 2025)
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SA won (earlier 2025 fixture)
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AUS won (earlier 2025 fixture) Overall, the rivalry is extremely tight, but South Africa hold the psychological edge in recent years.
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Team Analysis
South Africa
Strengths:
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Top-order firepower and depth: De Kock, Rickelton, Bavuma, Breetzke, Markram, Miller provide multiple match-winners.
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Left-arm variety and spin control: Marco Jansen’s angle and bounce, plus Maharaj’s experience, make them hard to accelerate against.
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Home conditions and altitude familiarity at the Wanderers.
Weaknesses:
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Occasional fragility at the very top: De Kock and Tony de Zorzi fell cheaply in Durban, putting pressure on the middle.
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Pace resources stretched by injuries; management of workloads is key.
Key Players:
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Matthew Breetzke: In sublime form vs Australia (57, 88, 112 in three ODI innings).
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Marco Jansen: Consistent scorer and impact bowler vs Australia; Player of the Match last time these sides met in Johannesburg.
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Keshav Maharaj: Match-turning spinner in Durban; crucial in middle overs.
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David Miller: Averages 54.84 against Australia in ODIs with three centuries; can finish games.
Australia
Strengths:
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Explosive top order: Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh can dominate the powerplay.
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All-round balance: Cameron Green adds stability and options; Pat Cummins’ return boosts the attack.
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Quality pace and death bowling: Starc, Hazlewood (if managed), Cummins, Ellis provide wicket-taking ability.
Weaknesses:
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Vulnerability to left-arm spin: Australia have struggled more than any side against left-arm spin since the last ODI World Cup.
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Middle-order consolidation: After Marsh’s 60 in Durban, the innings lost momentum; Green, Renshaw, Connolly need to build partnerships.
Key Players:
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Travis Head: Powerplay aggressor; can change the game in 10–15 balls.
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Mitchell Marsh: Captaincy and explosive batting; scored 60 off 36 in Durban before falling to spin.
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Cameron Green: Excellent ODI record since the last World Cup (avg 46.27); crucial for stability.
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Nathan Ellis: Among the leading pace wicket-takers in ODIs this year (22 wickets); important with the new ball and at the death.
Probable Playing XIs
Probable XI: Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Lizaad Williams
Probable XI: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Cooper Connolly, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey (wk), Cameron Green, Jack Edwards, Pat Cummins, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa
Given South Africa’s recent dominance in this fixture, their comfort at the Wanderers, and the form of Breetzke, Jansen and Maharaj, they are slight favourites. However, Australia’s powerplay duo of Head and Marsh can tilt the game quickly if they handle spin better than in Durban. On a true surface with good carry, the side that wins the middle-overs battle—especially against left-arm spin—should prevail.
South Africa to edge a close contest and take a 2-0 series lead, but expect Australia to push hard and make it a high-intensity chase or defendable total