Australia and South Africa are set to face off in the 7th match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Pakistan, on February 25th at 2:30 PM IST. Both teams started their campaigns with dominant wins and will compete for the top spot in Group B.
- Australia chased 352 runs against England, securing victory with 15 balls remaining.
- South Africa dominated Afghanistan, winning by 107 runs with Ryan Rickelton scoring 103 runs.
- The Rawalpindi pitch is expected to favor batters, with early assistance for fast bowlers before spinners take control.
Australia vs South Africa: Head-to-Head in ODIs
Australia and South Africa have played 110 ODI matches against each other. South Africa leads the record, having won 55 matches, while Australia has won 51.
Overall ODI Head-to-Head Stats
| Stats | Australia | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 110 | 110 |
| Matches Won | 51 | 55 |
| Matches Lost | 55 | 51 |
| No Result | 1 | 1 |
| Tied Matches | 3 | 3 |
| Win Percentage | 46.36% | 50% |
Australia vs South Africa: Last 5 ODI Matches
South Africa has dominated recent encounters, winning four of the last five matches against Australia.
Recent ODI Encounters
- November 16, 2023: Australia won by 3 wickets (Kolkata)
- October 12, 2023: South Africa won by 134 runs (Lucknow)
- September 17, 2023: South Africa won by 122 runs (Johannesburg)
- September 15, 2023: South Africa won by 164 runs (Centurion)
- September 12, 2023: South Africa won by 111 runs (Senwes Park)
First ODI Between Australia and South Africa at Rawalpindi
Australia and South Africa will face each other for the first time in an ODI at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The pitch conditions in Rawalpindi favor batting, but fast bowlers could get movement early on.
Head-to-Head at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
| Stats | Australia | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | – | – |
Match Preview: What to Expect?
- Australia’s Strengths: Strong batting lineup, deep experience in pressure chases.
- South Africa’s Strengths: In-form top order, aggressive fast bowling attack.
- Key Players to Watch: Josh Inglis, Ryan Rickelton, Kagiso Rabada.
With both teams in top form, this high-stakes clash could be one of the most exciting matches of the tournament.
Check out the Champions Trophy Stats
