New Delhi: Australia will take on South Africa in the three-match T20I series, starting on Sunday, August 10. Both teams will look to deliver their best performance leading into the Men’s T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to begin in India and Sri Lanka in February 2026.
The Aussies have already confirmed that Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head will be opening the batting for them, promising a blockbuster start at the top order. On the other hand, South Africa will be led by Aiden Markram.
The T20I series will be crucial for the likes of Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs and Ryan Rickelton. After the three-match T20I series, the teams will also face off in the three-match ODI series. The hosts have rested Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins for the T20I series. This will be the first senior T20I match to be staged at this venue.
Predicted XI
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Ben Dwarshuis, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa.
South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Rassie van der Dussen, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Prenelan Subrayen, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter.
Australia vs South Africa, 1st T20I live-streaming
When will the T20I match between Australia and South Africa be played?
The match will be played on Sunday, August 10.
What time will the Australia vs South Africa 1st T20I match begin?
The match will begin at 02:45 PM IST, with the toss scheduled at 02:15 PM IST.
Where will the T20I match between Australia and South Africa be played?
The T20I match will be played at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin.
Where to watch the Australia vs South Africa T20I match on television in India?
The match will be live-telecasted on the Star Sports network in India.
Where to watch the online streaming of the T20I match between Australia vs South Africa?
The T20I match can be streamed on the JioHotstar app and website.
Darwin Weather Report
According to Accuweather, the weather forecast for the first T20I match between Australia and South Africa is expected to be clear and sunny, and no rain showers are predicted. The temperature will be around 29 degrees Celsius during the game.