South Africa's Playing XI vs australia - 3rd T20I, south africa Tour of australia 2025


In the third match of the T20I series, south africa will face australia, aiming for a crucial series win. The Proteas come into this match with renewed confidence after a dominant victory in the second T20I, where young talents shone brightly.


Openers: Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (c)


Both openers are eager to build on their previous performances, with Rickelton needing to improve his strike rate after a slow half-century in the series opener. Markram has made quick starts but is yet to convert them into substantial scores.


Middle-order Batsmen and All-rounders: Rassie van der Dussen, Lhuan-dre Pretorius (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch


The middle order, featuring Rassie van der Dussen and promising youngsters Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs, is crucial for capitalizing on the foundation laid by the openers. The standout partnership between Brevis and Stubbs in the last match, which added 126 runs for the fourth wicket, will be vital for maintaining momentum.


Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Nqabayomzi Peter, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi


South Africa is expected to retain the same bowling lineup that performed well in the previous match, consisting of three specialist fast bowlers and one spinner. Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, and Kwena Maphaka will lead the pace attack, while Nqabayomzi Peter will provide spin options, supported by captain Markram.


With an unchanged XI, the Proteas aim to secure a series victory against australia, a formidable challenge on their home soil.


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15/08/2025 08:56 AM