Australia tour of South Africa, 2026 | 18-Oct-2026 01:30 PM | St Georges Park
RSA 318/7 (101) CRR: 3.15
AUS
Day 3: Tea Break
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Harmer* | 30 | 68 | 6 | 0 | 44.12 |
| Temba Bavuma | 125 | 266 | 14 | 1 | 46.99 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood* | 11 | 2 | 30 | 0 | 2.73 |
| Beau Webster | 13 | 5 | 21 | 0 | 1.62 |
Last Wicket:Marco Jansen c Travis Head b Scott Boland 85(100) - 242/7 in 80.5 ov.
South Africa vs Australia
South Africa — Innings 1 (318/7 in 101 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram b Scott Boland | 11 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 39.29 | |
| Marques Ackerman c Alex Carey b Scott Boland | 6 | 38 | 0 | 0 | 15.79 | |
| David Bedingham c Alex Carey b Scott Boland | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Temba Bavuma (c) batting | 125 | 266 | 14 | 1 | 46.99 | |
| Matthew Breetzke c Alex Carey b Mitchell Starc | 4 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 23.53 | |
| Ryan Rickelton (wk) c Matt Renshaw b Scott Boland | 31 | 51 | 5 | 0 | 60.78 | |
| Wiaan Mulder c Matt Renshaw b Mitchell Starc | 13 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 34.21 | |
| Marco Jansen c Travis Head b Scott Boland | 85 | 100 | 9 | 3 | 85 | |
| Simon Harmer batting | 30 | 68 | 6 | 0 | 44.12 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 7 | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 5 | Total: 13 | |||||
| Total | 318 | 7 wkts, 101 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 21 | 3 | 81 | 2 | 3.9 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 11 | 2 | 30 | 0 | 2.7 |
| Scott Boland | 25 | 7 | 63 | 5 | 2.5 |
| Pat Cummins | 23 | 3 | 83 | 0 | 3.6 |
| Beau Webster | 13 | 5 | 21 | 0 | 1.6 |
| Matt Renshaw | 5 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 3.6 |
| Nic Maddinson | 3 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram & MJ Ackerman | 12 | 52 |
| David Bedingham & MJ Ackerman | 0 | 1 |
| Temba Bavuma & MJ Ackerman | 13 | 34 |
| Temba Bavuma & Matthew Breetzke | 15 | 42 |
| Temba Bavuma & Ryan Rickelton | 52 | 109 |
| Temba Bavuma & Wiaan Mulder | 18 | 62 |
| Temba Bavuma & Marco Jansen | 132 | 185 |
| Temba Bavuma & Simon Harmer | 76 | 121 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aiden Markram | 8.4 | 12 |
| 2 | David Bedingham | 8.5 | 12 |
| 3 | Marques Ackerman | 14.3 | 25 |
| 4 | Matthew Breetzke | 21.3 | 40 |
| 5 | Ryan Rickelton | 39.4 | 92 |
| 6 | Wiaan Mulder | 49.6 | 110 |
| 7 | Marco Jansen | 80.5 | 242 |
Match Info
| Match | South Africa vs Australia |
|---|---|
| Series | Australia tour of South Africa, 2026 |
| Time | 18-Oct-2026 01:30 PM |
| Venue | St Georges Park Gqeberha |
| Seating Capacity | 19000 |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar |
Match Preview: South Africa vs Australia (SA vs AUS)
South Africa will face Australia in a thrilling match on 18-Oct-2026 in Australia tour of South Africa, 2026. The match will be played at St Georges Park at 01:30 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on JioHotstar.
St Georges Park Pitch Report for SA vs AUS 2nd Test Match
The pitch at St George’s Park in Gqeberha is likely to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball; overcast skies may assist fast bowlers, while spinners could play a crucial role as the match progresses.
- First Session: Overcast skies and moisture in the air could help fast bowlers generate swing and seam movement.
- Batting: Batsmen who manage to navigate the initial movement can go on to play substantial innings, as conditions are expected to become more favorable for batting.
- Spin Bowling: As the pitch wears down, spinners will become increasingly significant and are likely to create opportunities to take wickets.
- Fast Bowlers: Fast bowlers may find an advantage early in the match, especially under overcast skies and when the new ball is in use.
- Top-order Batsmen: Top-order batters will need to exercise patience and handle the new ball with care to help their team reach a strong score in the first innings.
St Georges Park Weather Report Today
Weather in Gqeberha, ZA is cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 21°C on the match day with 91% humidity and 4.1 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are no chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
South Africa is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Australia remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Australia tour of South Africa, 2026.
The pitch at St Georges Park is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. South Africa will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Australia will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between South Africa batting and Australia bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will South Africa showcase its strengths, or will Australia pull off a major upset? Join us live on JioHotstar on 18-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
