The Australian cricket team is preparing for a three-match series against South Africa, commencing on Sunday, August 10th. Both teams are aiming for a victory to prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup in 2026. Australia has announced Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head as their opening pair for the series. The Proteas have included young talents Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, and Ryan Rickelton in their squad. Aiden Markram will lead the team, seeking to lead them to victory against the Australian side. Following the T20Is, Australia and South Africa will compete in a three-match ODI series. However, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc will be absent from the Australian squad for the T20Is, allowing them to rest due to the demanding schedule. The first T20I will begin at 2:45 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 2:15 PM IST. The match will take place at the Marra Cricket Ground in Darwin. Live telecasts will be available on the Star Sports Network, while live streaming will be accessible on the JioHotstar app and website.
