South Africa 16/0 in 4.1 Overs | AUS vs SA Live Score, 1st ODI: Latest updates from Australia against South Africa in Cairns
Temba Bavuma, fresh from lifting the World Test Championship mace at Lord’s, will lead the South African side. The team sees the return of Keshav Maharaj in the spin department, while Bavuma has confirmed his position at No. 3 in the batting order.
Wiaan Mulder seeks to build on his bowling success from the Champions Trophy as he aims to cement his place in the 50-over format.
The Australian team faces lineup changes due to injuries to Matt Short, Mitchell Owen, and Lance Morris. This has created opportunities for newcomers Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie, and Matt Kuhnemann.
Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc will not participate in the series. Marnus Labuschagne returns to the squad, looking to revive his international career after being dropped from the Test side earlier this year.
Mitchell Marsh will captain the Australian side. He has indicated a preference for bowling first after winning the toss, though dew conditions in Cairns may affect this decision.
The venue’s history suggests challenging batting conditions. Previous ODIs between Australia and New Zealand in 2022 saw totals rarely exceeding 267, favoring the bowling sides.
Cameron Green, who scored his highest ODI score of 89 not out at this ground, is expected to play a key role, potentially batting at No. 3.
With three matches scheduled over five days, Australia plans to rotate their fast bowlers, giving South Africa varying bowling combinations to face.
Brevis, known for his aggressive batting style and ability to hit boundaries, represents South Africa’s future in ODI cricket as they begin their journey toward the 2027 World Cup.
The series presents an opportunity for both teams to test new talent while maintaining competitive standards in this established cricket rivalry.
