Australia vs South Africa ODI Series 2025: New Squad, Venue, Timings and More

The cricketing rivalry between Australia and South Africa takes a fresh turn as both sides lock horns in the BKT Tyres ODI Series 2025, a three-match affair marking a significant phase of transition. With the 2027 ODI World Cup just two years away, this series is more than just a bilateral tour, it’s a critical testing ground for emerging talent and team dynamics.

There’s plenty of hype around this series. For South Africa, it’s the return of captain Temba Bavuma, backed by veterans like Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj, and excitement surrounding young stars such as Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, and teenage sensation Kwena Maphaka, who’s been rewarded with an ODI debut after impressing in the T20Is.

Australia too has seen a shake-up. With Steve Smith and Glenn Maxwell retiring from the format, and injuries ruling out Matt Short and Spencer Johnson, the squad welcomes debutants Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, and Matthew Kuhnemann. Add the return of big names like Mitchell Marsh, Josh Hazlewood, and Cameron Green, and it’s clear this series is part of a larger strategic rebuild.

The stage is set at Queensland’s scenic venues, Cazalys Stadium in Cairns and the newly renovated Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. Expect competitive cricket, debut brilliance, and a preview of both nations’ future ODI blueprints.

ODI Series Schedule: BKT Tyres ODI Series – Australia vs South Africa

Date	Match	Venue	Time (AEST)
August 19	1st ODI	Cazalys Stadium, Cairns	2:30 PM
August 22	2nd ODI	Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay	2:30 PM
August 24	3rd ODI	Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay	2:30 PM

Australia ODI Squad

Captain: Mitchell Marsh

• Xavier Bartlett (ODI debutant)
  
• Alex Carey
  
• Ben Dwarshuis
  
• Nathan Ellis
  
• Cameron Green
  
• Josh Hazlewood
  
• Travis Head
  
• Josh Inglis
  
• Marnus Labuschagne
  
• Lance Morris
  
• Mitchell Owen (uncapped)
  
• Matthew Short (injured)
  
• Cooper Connolly (uncapped)
  
• Adam Zampa
  
• Matthew Kuhnemann (late addition, replaces Short)
  

South Africa ODI Squad

Captain: Temba Bavuma

• Corbin Bosch
  
• Matthew Breetzke
  
• Dewald Brevis (debut)
  
• Nandre Burger
  
• Tony de Zorzi
  
• Aiden Markram
  
• Kwena Maphaka (ODI call-up after T20s)
  
• Senuran Muthusamy
  
• Keshav Maharaj
  
• Wiaan Mulder
  
• Lungi Ngidi
  
• Lhuan-dre Pretorius
  
• Kagiso Rabada
  
• Ryan Rickelton
  
• Tristan Stubbs
  
• Prenelan Subrayen
  

Where and How to Watch – Broadcast Info for

Fans across Asia can catch the action live across TV and digital platforms. Here’s how to watch the Australia vs South Africa ODI series in your region:

India

• TV: Sony Sports Network
  
• Streaming: SonyLIV app & website
  

Pakistan

• TV: Ten Sports (Check local schedule)
  
• Streaming: Tapmad TV (subscription may apply)
  

Bangladesh

• TV: T Sports
  
• Streaming: Toffee App or Rabbithole BD (based on rights)
  

Sri Lanka

• TV: Dialog TV, Channel Eye (SLRC)
  
• Streaming: SLRC Digital or Dialog ViU
  

Nepal

• TV: SimTV Sports or Sony Sports (via DTH)
  
• Streaming: SonyLIV (via regional availability)
  

UAE / Gulf countries

• TV: CricLife channels via Etisalat or StarzPlay
  
• Streaming: StarzPlay or Cricbuzz Plus (audio & updates)
  

Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia)

• Malaysia: Astro Cricket
  
• Singapore: StarHub TV+
  
• Streaming: Hotstar (where available), Astro Go