He second Test between South Africa and Australia moves into its pivotal third day at St George’s Park, with both sides vying for control in a keenly contested series.
Supporters across the globe have multiple options to follow Day 3 live, including free-to-air broadcast arrangements in South Africa and dedicated digital streaming platforms internationally. Play commences daily at 10:00 local time (SAST), which corresponds to 13:30 PM IST in India.
Day 2 Review
Rain severely disrupted Day 2 of the second Test in Gqeberha, limiting play to just 30.4 overs. Despite the delay, Australia capitalized brilliantly, leaving South Africa reeling at 97/5 by stumps. Australian pacer Scott Boland dominated the abbreviated session, taking exceptional figures of 4/31. Boland dismissed debutant Marques Ackerman and broke a vital 52-run partnership by removing Ryan Rickelton for 31. Mitchell Starc secured the other wicket.
For the struggling Proteas, captain Temba Bavuma provided the lone resistance, battling to an unbeaten 41. South Africa faces a monumental rebuilding task on Day 3 against a relentless Australian attack.
Where to Watch South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test, Day 2
- India: Indian viewers can catch the live telecast of the series on the Eurosport TV network and live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
- South Africa: The match will be telecast live on SuperSport and available for streaming via the DStv app. SuperSport holds comprehensive broadcast rights for Cricket South Africa’s home internationals until the end of the 2026-27 season.
- United Kingdom & Ireland: Viewers in the UK and Ireland can watch the Test live on Sky Sports and stream it through NOW. Sky Sports has secured a one-season deal to cover Cricket South Africa’s 2026/27 home internationals, including this series against Australia.
- Australia: Fans in Australia can watch the Tests live on Fox Cricket and stream them via Kayo Sports.
Australia entered the second fixture holding a 1-0 advantage following their victory in the opening encounter. South Africa are seeking to capitalise on home conditions in Gqeberha to level the multi-match contest, making the middle sessions of Day 3 vital to shaping the final outcome.