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Delhi: After a exciting match of the bat and ball in the 3-match T20 series, where the host Australia led by Mitchell Marsh captured the series 2–1, now he will face South Africa in the first match of the three-match ODI series. The match will be played on Tuesday, August 19 at Kazali Stadium in Cairns.

Australia last played against India in the semi -finals of the 2025 Champions Trophy, where Pat Cummins’ team lost by four wickets. In the last five ODIs, the Kangaroos have won only one win, while they have suffered defeat in two matches. The remaining two matches were canceled due to rain, which took place during the Champions Trophy.

South Africa’s recent form

At the same time, the recent form of South Africa has been a bit better. He has won two in his last five 50 overs matches, while two had to face defeat. The team’s performance in the Champions Trophy was excellent, but his journey ended with a defeat to New Zealand in the semi -finals. This team led by Temba Bavuma will expect positive results on Tuesday.

Match information

Head to head record

So far, a total of 110 matches have been played between Australia and South Africa. Of these, South Africa has won 55 matches, while Australia has won 51 matches. 1 match between the two teams has been inconclusive, while 3 matches have ended on a tie.

Causley Stadium Pitch Report of Cairns

The Kazali Stadium of Cairns has so far hosted a total of five ODIs. The last time the matches were played between New Zealand and Australia in 2022 at this ground, in which Australia made a clean sweep. Australia’s record on this ground has been excellent – he has won all the matches played here. It is worth noting that the team that chased the target in 60 percent ODI matches played so far on this ground has won. In such a situation, the captain who won the toss can decide to bowl first.

Australia and South Africa’s possible playing 11