AUS vs SA Match Prediction in ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Who will win today’s match?

AUS vs SA Match Prediction: It’s Match Day 7 in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. As the caravan moves to Rawalpindi in Pakistan, the most exciting match of the tournament is Australia vs South Africa in Group B. Across tournaments, AUS vs SA matches have produced some thrilling contests including the highest successful chase in ODIs in Johannesburg. Now, the two teams will clash on Feb 25, 2025 with the semifinal berth in mind. The winner will bag two points and a ticket to the semifinals. The loser will have another shot at the knockout berth. It will be difficult to predict a winner considering how even the contests have been in the past.

Both South Africa and Australia come to this match after winning their opening games convincingly. South Africa thrashed Afghanistan by 107 runs while Australia chased down a record 352-run target against England. With two in-form teams clashing, expect some fireworks in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Match Details

• Match: Australia vs South Africa
• Date: February 25, 2025
• Time: 2:30 PM IST
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
• Broadcast: Star Sports Network/ JioHotstar

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is known for its batting-friendly surface, which offers some assistance to seam bowlers early on. However, that has not been the case in its only match in the tournament. New Zealand had to toil against Bangladesh even in a 237-run chase. The pitch was slow with spinners having plenty to offer. There will be something for the new ball bowlers as well. But batters still get runs on such a pitch if they dig in.

AUS vs SA Head-to-Head Records in ODIs

Historically, Australia and South Africa have had a fierce rivalry in ODIs. With South Africa holding a slight edge in their ODIs against Australia, this matchup is set to reignite the competitive spirit between the two nations.

Event	Matches	Won by Australia	Won by South Africa	No Result	Tied
Overall	110	51	55	1	3
ICC Events	8	4	3	0	1

AUS vs SA Predicted Playing XI

Australia Playing XI

For the moment, Australia are not missing their pace attack. With their five top seamers out of the tournament, Australia have had a weaker bowling attack. However, it is their batting line-up that has risen to the occasion. Josh Inglis smashed a ton against England while Marnus Labuschagne and Alex Carey also scored crucial runs. But against a quality bowling attack of South Africa, they will be tested.

• Matthew Short
• Travis Head
• Steve Smith (capt)
• Marnus Labuschagne
• Josh Inglis
• Alex Carey (WK)
• Glenn Maxwell
• Ben Dwarshuis
• Nathan Ellis
• Adam Zampa
• Spencer Johnson

South Africa Playing XI

Temba Bavuma has led South Africa from the front. He is in-form and that has been the key. In fact, their entire batting line-up performed well against Afghanistan. Now, against the Australian attack, they will need to rise up. Australia have a decent spin attack and on a slow surface, Proteas will be troubled. In contrast, the South African bowling attack could be the key to winning this match. The likes of Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj and Marco Jansen could trouble a fragile Australian batting order despite their good show against England.

• Ryan Rickelton (wk)
• Tony de Zorzi
• Temba Bavuma (capt)
• Rassie van der Dussen
• Aiden Markram
• David Miller
• Marco Jansen
• Wiaan Mulder
• Keshav Maharaj
• Kagiso Rabada
• Lungi Ngidi

AUS vs SA Probable Best Performers

Best Batter: Josh Inglis is expected to shine, especially following his impressive century in the prior match against England. His ability to anchor the innings or accelerate the scoring will be crucial for Australia.

Best Bowler: Kagiso Rabada, renowned for his wicket-taking ability and precise bowling, stands out as South Africa’s likely top performer with the ball. His impactful spells can swing the momentum in favour of his team.

AUS vs SA Match Prediction

Both teams are formidable, yet Australia’s recent form, particularly their sensational chase against England, provides them with a slight edge entering this contest. Nonetheless, South Africa’s balanced lineup and the advantage of home conditions for their bowlers make them a serious threat.

The prediction falls slightly in favour of Australia, with a probability of them winning around 55%, compared to South Africa’s 45%. Regardless of the predictions, fans can expect an intensely competitive match, with the outcome likely determining which team secures a place in the semi-finals of the tournament.