Australia vs South Africa ICC Champions Trophy 2025 | Match Preview & Prediction
Australia vs South Africa Match Info
Match: AUS vs RSA, 7th Match, Group B, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025
Date:Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Venue:Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Recent Performance:
Australia:L L L L W
South Africa: L L L L W
Both teams enter this clash on the back of concerning form, with Australia (L, L, L, L, W) and South Africa (L, L, L, L, W) each losing four of their last five ODIs. While Australia’s lone win came against a lower-ranked side, South Africa’s victory was a scrappy affair. This match becomes critical for momentum in a tightly contested group stage.
Head to head Last 5 Matches
Australia won by 3 wickets (with 16 balls remaining)
South Africa won by 134 runs
South Africa won by 122 runs
South Africa won by 164 runs
South Africa won by 111 runs
Recent history heavily favors South Africa, who have won 4 of the last 5 ODI encounters. Their emphatic victories—including three 100+ run margins—highlight their ability to dismantle Australia’s middle order. However, Australia’s narrow 3-wicket win in 2023 serves as a reminder of their resilience in high-pressure games.
AUS/Player/Role
Steven Smith:Top order Batter
Sean Abbott: Bowling Allrounder
Alex Carey:Wicketkeeper Batter
Ben Dwarshuis: Bowler
Nathan Ellis: Bowler
Jake Fraser-McGurk: Batter
Aaron Hardie: Allrounder
Travis Head: Top order Batter
Josh Inglis:Wicketkeeper Batter
Spencer Johnson: Bowler
Marnus Labuschagne: Batter
Glenn Maxwell: Batting Allrounder
Tanveer Sangha: Bowler
Matthew Short: Top order Batter
Adam Zampa: Bowler
SA/Player/Role:
Temba Bavuma (c):Middle order Batter
Corbin Bosch: Allrounder
Tony de Zorzi: Top order Batter
Marco Jansen: Bowling Allrounder
Heinrich Klaasen:Wicketkeeper Batter
Keshav Maharaj:Bowler
Aiden Markram: Allrounder
David Miller:Middle order Batter
Wiaan Mulder: Allrounder
Lungi Ngidi: Bowler
Kagiso Rabada: Bowler
Ryan Rickelton:Wicketkeeper Batter
Tabraiz Shamsi: Bowler
Tristan Stubbs: Batter
Rassie van der Dussen: Top order Batter
Key Players to Watch
Glenn Maxwell: The explosive all-rounder can turn games single-handedly with bat and part-time spin. His experience in Asian conditions could prove vital.
Adam Zampa: The leg-spinner thrives on slow tracks. Rawalpindi’s pitch, traditionally favoring spin, might see him target South Africa’s middle order.
Travis Head: Aggressive at the top, Head’s ability to dominate powerplays could set the tone.
Kagiso Rabada: The pace spearhead’s early breakthroughs could rattle Australia’s top order.
Heinrich Klaasen: A destructive finisher, Klaasen’s strike rate against spin makes him a threat in the death overs.
Tabraiz Shamsi: The left-arm wrist-spinner could exploit Australia’s historical struggles against quality spin.
Prediction
Expect a low-scoring thriller dictated by spin and tactical fielding. South Africa’s psychological edge and superior spin arsenal give them a slight advantage, but Australia’s knack for clutch performances in ICC events cannot be ignored.
Verdict: South Africa to win by a narrow margin, with Player of the Match honors likely going to Kagiso Rabada for dismantling Australia’s top order.
Final Word: With both teams desperate to revive their campaigns, this clash promises fireworks. Don’t miss the battle between Rabada’s raw pace and Maxwell’s audacious innovation!