South Africa vs Australia Prediction & Match Preview – 2nd ODI, Wanderers
Match summary
South Africa won by 32 runs: South Africa 365/9 (50 ov), Australia 333. Player of the match: David Miller.
Our preview of South Africa vs Australia in the 2nd ODI at The Wanderers on 27 September 2026: how the first match went, likely XIs, pitch and scores.
Match details
| Match | South Africa vs Australia, 2nd ODI |
|---|---|
| Series | Australia tour of South Africa 2026 |
| Date | 27 Sep 2026 |
| Start time | 8:00 am GMT / 10:00 am local |
| Venue | The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| Status | Result |
| Result | South Africa won by 32 runs |
| Player of the match | David Miller |
| Our pick | South Africa ✓ |
| Toss pick | Australia |
Match preview
South Africa lead the series 1-0 going into the second ODI against Australia at The Wanderers in Johannesburg on Sunday 27 September.
In the opener South Africa lost early wickets, but Matthew Breetzke anchored the innings with 112 from 106 balls and Marco Jansen added 75 from 59, taking the total to 298. Keshav Maharaj then took 4/20 from 9.2 overs while Corbin Bosch and Bjorn Fortuin took two wickets each. Quinton de Kock has scored 367 runs at an average of 61.17 and Breetzke has 355 in nine matches at 50.71.
Australia raced past 90 in the first powerplay of their chase. Mitchell Marsh made 60 off 36, Matt Renshaw 44, and Travis Head and Cooper Connolly got starts, but wickets fell and they were bowled out for 230. Nathan Ellis took 3/57 and Adam Zampa two. Connolly has 375 runs in eight ODIs at 46.88, Josh Inglis has 334 in 10 matches, and Ellis has 22 wickets in nine.
With match-winners in both camps, another competitive game looks likely on the quick Wanderers pitch. A score of 275 or more would be a strong first-innings total.
The Wanderers is known for a hard, fast surface with plenty of pace, bounce and carry, and it is generally high-scoring. Seam and extra bounce can make the early overs tricky, but batters can play freely once set, helped by the altitude and a quick outfield. Spinners usually have a smaller role. Expect a big total, with the expected scores below as the guide for this ODI.
Mostly sunny and dry at around 22°C for the 10:00 am local start, with little sign of significant rain. Temperatures should rise gradually, so conditions look comfortable and the risk of interruption is low.
Expected scores
| Innings | Predicted | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| First innings | 265–285 | 365/9 (50 ov) |
| Second innings | 235–255 | 333 |
South Africa
South Africa won the first ODI by 67 runs and are in good batting form, so our preview picks them to go 2-0 up.
Toss pick: Australia
FAQ
What happened in the first South Africa vs Australia ODI?
South Africa made 298 and won by 67 runs after bowling Australia out for 230.
Who starred for South Africa?
Matthew Breetzke made 112 off 106 balls, Marco Jansen 75 off 59, and Keshav Maharaj took 4/20.
How did Australia’s chase go?
They passed 90 in the first powerplay, with Mitchell Marsh making 60 off 36, but collapsed after his dismissal.
Probable XIs
Expected line-ups from our preview. c = captain, wk = wicketkeeper.
South Africa
- Quinton de Kockwk
- Tony de Zorzi
- Temba Bavumac
- Matthew Breetzke
- Ryan Rickelton
- David Miller
- Marco Jansen
- Corbin Bosch
- Gerald Coetzee
- Bjorn Fortuin
- Keshav Maharaj
Australia
- Mitchell Marshc
- Travis Head
- Cooper Connolly
- Josh Ingliswk
- Matt Renshaw
- Cameron Green
- Jack Edwards
- Mitchell Starc
- Nathan Ellis
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood