Australia vs South Africa Head to Head in Champions Trophy and ODI Cricket

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: The Australia vs South Africa ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is held in Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Pakistan. The match will start at 2:30 p.m. when both teams will compete against each other to enter the knockout stage.

Feb 25, 2025, 14:57 IST
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Australia vs South Africa Head to Head in Champions Trophy and ODI Cricket
Australia vs South Africa Head to Head in Champions Trophy and ODI Cricket

Australia and South Africa are set to face off in a crucial ICC Champions Trophy match. Australia, led by captain Steven Smith, boasts a strong batting lineup. South Africa, captained by Temba Bavuma, has a balanced team with both strong batsmen and bowlers.

The match will be held on February 25, 2025, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, starting at 2:30 PM IST. Fans in India can watch the game live on the Star Sports network or stream it on ICC.tv.

This encounter is significant, as it's the first time Australia and South Africa meet in the Champions Trophy. Historically, in One Day Internationals, South Africa leads with 55 wins to Australia's 51 out of 110 matches played.

Both teams are eager to secure a win to enhance their chances of advancing to the semi-finals. With top players in form, this match promises to be an exciting contest.

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Australia vs South Africa Head-to-Head Record in Champions Trophy & ODIs

This is the first time Australia and South Africa are locking horns in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. In 2017, Australia (Group A) and South Africa (Group B) were placed in different groups. 

This time they are placed in the same groups and will be facing off against each other at Rawalpindi Stadium for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 ongoing league match. 

Additionally, both of these competitors have faced each other 110 times in the ODI cricket format, where South Africa holds a major hand over baggy greens.

Stats

Australia

South Africa

Matches Played

110

110

Matches Won

51

55

Matches Lost

55

51

No Result

1

1

Tied Matches

3

3

Win Percentage

46.36%

50%

Key Players to Watch Out for in AUS vs SA Clash

In the Australia vs South Africa clash at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, several key players are expected to make a significant impact:

Australia

  • Travis Head: Known for his aggressive batting style, he is crucial for setting the tone early in the innings.
  • Josh Inglis: Fresh from a century against England, he is a key player in Australia's batting lineup.
  • Glenn Maxwell: His all-round abilities make him a vital asset for the team, providing both batting and bowling options.
  • Adam Zampa: A skilled leg-spinner who can turn the game with his wicket-taking abilities.

South Africa

  • Temba Bavuma: The captain and a solid batsman who provides stability to the South African batting lineup.
  • Rassie van der Dussen: Known for his consistent batting performances, he is a key middle-order batsman.
  • Kagiso Rabada: A pace powerhouse who can dismantle any batting lineup with his speed and accuracy.
  • Ryan Rickelton: After scoring a century in the first match, he is a player to watch out for with his impressive batting form.

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Match Details: Date, Time, Venue, and Where to Watch

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 started on February 19 and will run till March 9, 2025. Pakistan, the defending champion country, is the host for the 2025 Champions Trophy. All the matches related to India are being held in Dubai, whereas the rest are played in Pakistan.

You can refer to the below article to know more about where to watch the Australia vs. South Africa ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

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