AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction: Australia (AUS) will face South Africa (SA) in an exciting opening clash of the Premier League 2025-26. Let’s look at the prediction for today’s match between Australia and South Africa.

Australia is set to face South Africa on August 18, 2025, at Cairns. If you are looking for an AUS vs SA Dream11 prediction for today’s cricket match, then you are at the right place.

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AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction & Match Details

 

Match	Australia vs South Africa
Tournament	Premier League 2025-26
Date & Time	18th August 2025, 14:30 AEST
Venue	Cairns Cricket Ground

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AUS vs SA Team Analysis & Match Preview

Australia:

• Australia has been in great form with their top-order batsmen showing consistency.
• Strong bowling line-up with Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc leading the attack.
• Home advantage with Cairns pitch favoring batsmen adds confidence to their squad.
• Recent injuries to a few players may affect the final XI but bench strength is good.
• Key new additions and in-form players could make a difference in crunch moments.

South Africa:

• South Africa has a balanced squad with aggressive batsmen like Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram.
• Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje are in good rhythm to trouble the Australian batsmen.
• They have a history of surprises against strong sides, making them a threat.
• Injury to a key bowler may slightly affect the bowling depth, but they have replacements ready.
• New players may get an opportunity to debut, adding excitement to their lineup.

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AUS vs SA Head-to-Head Record [Last 5 Matches]

Total Matches	Australia Wins	South Africa Wins	Draws
5	3	2	0

Last Meeting: South Africa 220/8 – 215/9 Australia (ODI, March 2025)

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AUS vs SA: Probable Playing XIs

Australia: Warner, Head, Smith, Maxwell, Labuschagne, Carey (wk), Marsh, Cummins, Starc, Richardson, Zampa

South Africa: de Kock (wk), Markram, van der Dussen, Bavuma, Miller, Stubbs, Maharaj, Rabada, Nortje, Jansen, Hendricks

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Top Players to Watch

Australia Key Players	South Africa Key Players
David Warner	Quinton de Kock
Steve Smith	Aiden Markram
Pat Cummins	Kagiso Rabada
Glenn Maxwell	Rassie van der Dussen

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Fantasy Tips – AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction

 

• Pick David Warner or Quinton de Kock as captain/vice-captain.
• Maxwell and Miller are strong attacking picks for fantasy points.
• Bowling picks like Pat Cummins or Kagiso Rabada can provide big points.
• Formation Tip: 3-4-3 with a balanced mix from both sides.

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AUS vs SA Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Australia, with the home advantage and consistent batting lineup, is slightly favored. South Africa’s aggression and depth in bowling mean an upset is possible, making this clash unpredictable.

Predicted Score: Australia 250/7 – South Africa 245/8
Match Winner: Australia
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score – YES

 

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