AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today – Fantasy Tips, Best Picks & Playing 11 For 2nd ODI
Hello and welcome to the Dream11 prediction and fantasy preview for the 2nd ODI between Australia and South Africa in the South Africa tour of Australia 2025. The match will be played at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay.
South Africa come into this match with momentum after a dominant 98-run win in the first ODI.
After losing the T20I series 2-1, the Proteas bounced back in style, posting 298 runs on the board.
Aiden Markram led the charge with a solid 82 off 81 balls, while Temba Bavuma and Matthew Breetzke added 65 and 57 respectively.
With the ball, Keshav Maharaj was outstanding, picking up 5 wickets. Nandre Burger and Lungi Ngidi chipped in with two wickets each to seal the win.
Australia, on the other hand, struggled in both departments. Travis Head was the standout with the ball, taking 4 wickets, while Ben Dwarshuis picked up 2.
Captain Mitchell Marsh was the lone bright spot with the bat, scoring 88 off 96, but he received little support. Dwarshuis and Head added 33 and 27 runs respectively.
Read the full post to get AUS vs SA Dream11 team picks, fantasy tips, and winning insights for today’s clash.
AUS vs SA Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Australia vs South Africa, South Africa tour of Australia. |
| Venue | Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay |
| Date & Time | August 22, 10:00 AM IST |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ JioHotstar app and Star Sports Network |
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AUS vs SA Pitch Report Of Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay
The pitch at Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay usually helps the bowlers, especially the seamers.
There’s good bounce and carry on offer, which can trouble the batters early on.
However, if batters get in, they can also use the pace of the pitch to their advantage.
It’s a surface where both departments stay in the game if they apply themselves smartly.
The average first-inning total on this ground is 260 runs.
Weather Report of Mackay
The weather for today’s match in Mackay is expected to be clear with no rain forecasted.
The temperature will be around 25°C, and the humidity is expected to stay at approximately 67%.
These conditions are comfortable for cricket, and with no rain in sight, a full match is very likely.
Australia vs South Africa Live Streaming
You can watch the Australia vs South Africa 2nd ODI live on the Disney+ JioHotstar app and the Star Sports Network.
For ball-by-ball updates and the full live scorecard, you can follow the match on the Cricgram app.
AUS vs SA Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 111
Australia Wins: 51
South Africa Wins: 56
Australia vs South Africa Recent Form
| Australia | L | L | NR | A | W |
| South Africa | W | L | W | A | W |
Team News
Australia
Cooper Connolly could replace Aaron Hardie.
South Africa
Senuran Muthusamy will replace Prenelan Subrayen.
AUS vs SA Probable Playing XI
Australia Probable Playing 11
- Travis Head
- Mitchell Marsh (c)
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Cameron Green
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Alex Carey
- Aaron Hardie/Cooper Connolly
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Nathan Ellis
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood
South Africa Probable Playing 11
- Aiden Markram
- Ryan Rickelton (wk)
- Temba Bavuma (c)
- Matthew Breetzke
- Tristan Stubbs
- Dewald Brevis
- Wiaan Mulder
- Keshav Maharaj
- Senuran Muthusamy
- Nandre Burger
- Lungi Ngidi
Top Picks for AUS vs SA Dream11 Team
Australia’s Best Players:
Travis Head: 74 M, 2794 R, 43.65 A, 28 W
Mitchell Marsh (c): 94 M, 2882 R, 36.48 A, 57 W
Aaron Hardie: 14 M, 170 R, 15.45 A, 10 W
Ben Dwarshuis: 6 M, 61 R, 20.33 A, 11 W
Adam Zampa: 112 M, 373 R, 10.08 A, 188 W
South Africa’s Best Players:
Aiden Markram: 78 M, 2453 R, 37.73 A, 20 W
Ryan Rickelton (wk): 10 M, 368 R, 36.68 A
Matthew Breetzke: 3 M, 290 R, 96.66 A
Wiaan Mulder: 26 M, 307 R, 20.46 A, 22 W
Keshav Maharaj: 49 M, 252 R, 12.60 A, 63 W
AUS vs SA Dream11 Grand League Prediction
Wicket-Keepers: R Rickelton
Batters: M Marsh, T Head (C), M Breetzke, D Brevis
All-Rounders: A Markram (VC), W Mulder, A Hardie
Bowlers: A Zampa, B Dwarshuis, K Maharaj
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
Mitchell Marsh and Matthew Breetzke are good choices for captain and vice-captain.
AUS vs SA Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Travis Head
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Matthew Breetzke
FAQs
Where Can I Get AUS vs SA live Scorecard?
You can see Live Scorecard AUS vs SA Live Scorecard on Cricgram app.
Squads
Australia Squad
Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Cooper Connolly, Matthew Kuhnemann, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Xavier Bartlett.
South Africa Squad
Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Corbin Bosch, Kwena Maphaka, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Senuran Muthusamy, Aiden Markram, Keshav Maharaj, Tony de Zorzi.
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.