When And Where To Watch Live Streaming Of Australia Vs South Africa Match? News24 –
Australia head into the second ODI against South Africa with more questions than answers. Their 98-run defeat in Cairns wasn’t just a bad day at the office – it was a wake-up call. Poor batting, inconsistent bowling, and a sense of uncertainty around the playing XI have all combined to push the defending 50-over champions into a corner.
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A Wake-Up Call for the Hosts
Mitchell Marsh played a lone hand in the first ODI, but his effort only delayed the inevitable. Australia’s middle order, already weakened by the retirements of Steve Smith and Glenn Maxwell, struggled against South Africa’s spin duo – particularly Keshav Maharaj, who seemed to toy with the batters on a surface that offered turn and bounce.
Labuschagne, who is under pressure to rediscover his form, needs a meaningful knock to justify his spot – not just in ODIs, but possibly to push for a Test comeback too. The message is clear: use your feet, rotate strike, and don’t let the spinners dictate terms again.
A Rare Venue, A Fresh Start?
The Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay will host the second ODI, a venue that last staged men’s international cricket during the 1992 World Cup. Conditions remain largely unknown, but one thing is certain – Marsh will be reluctant to make the same mistake at the toss as he did in Cairns, where bowling first backfired spectacularly.
Team News – Changes on the Cards?
Australia
Travis Head was the unlikely star with the ball in the first game, picking up four wickets. However, the lack of a second spin option was glaring. Expect Cooper Connolly to come in for Aaron Hardie to bolster the all-round department.
Probable XI: Travis Head, Mitch Marsh (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie/Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshius, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
South Africa
The visitors are unlikely to tinker too much with a winning combination, though they may be forced into one change. Prenelan Subrayen’s suspect action report could see Senuran Muthusamy come in, adding another left-arm spin option alongside Maharaj. Alternatively, Kwena Maphaka could offer a pace boost.
Probable XI: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi
When Will The 2nd ODI Between Australia And South Africa Start?
The second ODI between Australia and South Africa will start at 10 AM IST and the toss is scheduled to be held at 9:30 AM IST.
Where To Watch Live Telecast Of 2nd ODI Between Australia And South Africa?
The second ODI between Australia and South Africa will telecast live on Star Sports Network.
Where To Watch Live Streaming Of 2nd ODI Between Australia And South Africa?
The first ODI between Australia and South Africa will stream live on JioHotstar app and website.