<strong>Cricket Prediction | South Africa vs Australia | 3rd T20I | September 3, 2023 – Can Australia whitewash South Africa?</strong>

SA vs AUS Match Analysis

South Africa will be looking to prevent a series sweep in the last T20I after losing the first two matches. Despite a great squad, the hosts’ batting efforts have been lackluster.  

Australia, on the other hand, has been impressive in every facet despite losing key players. In the middle and lower order, Mitchell Marsh and Tim David provided match-winning knocks.

The big story for Australia would be their success with the ball in Starc’s absence. The destruction of the Proteas in South Africa by Jason Behrendorff, Sean Abbott, and Nathan Ellis is wonderful news for Australia in the future.

Skipper Markram expects key players like Rassie van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma, and Dewald Brewis to recover and contribute to the team’s success. The hosts are in a tight situation with Lungi Ngidi bowling expensive spells and unable to get wickets.

SA vs AUS Team Preview & Squads

South Africa

In recent years, the Proteas have not appeared as weak. They’ve been impressive in T20Is against quality teams, especially their trip to India. Losing two consecutive home games against an Australian team without several key players is shocking. The third T20I is an excellent opportunity for South Africa to recover and gain confidence ahead of the ODI series.

They’ve cast Dewald Brewis and Tristan Stubbs in parts previously held by other players. In T20Is, the lower middle order is vital, and these two are the best talent from South Africa’s pool of new and future players. This is their perfect opportunity to establish their worth and cement their place in the starting XI for the future. However, not just newcomers, but also elders, are having difficulty settling in. Temba Bavuma has been out of touch, and Rassie van der Dussen, a vital performer in South Africa’s middle order, has also fallen short of expectations.   

While there are no Rabada or Nortje in this lineup, Lungi Ngidi’s bowling form has been a major issue. Tabraiz Shamsi plays an important part in spin and has done exceptionally well recently. South Africa’s bowling assault does not appear good, and with key players out of form, they are on the back foot.

South Africa Squads

South Africa

Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Dewald Brevis/Donavon Ferreria, Marco Jansen/Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Gerald Coetzee, Lizaad Williams/Sisanda Magala, Lungi Ngidi, and Tabraiz Shamsi.

Australia

Australia has been outstanding with both bat and ball. Mitchell Marsh delivered exactly what was expected of him, and Australian management would be pleased. While Travis Head has struggled as an opener, Matthew Short has been in excellent form and has provided excellent starts. Along with the in-form skipper Mitchell Marsh at number three, he will be essential in the top order.

Wicket-keeper batsman Josh Inglis would like to get some runs at number four, but the Aussies are set even if he doesn’t. In the lower middle order, they have Marcus Stoinis and Tim David. Australia may be confident of a high finish since they have two of the most sought-after T20 stars in their batting lineup. Marsh is a player who can hit big hits and build an innings around himself. His performance will undoubtedly inspire others to go out there and perform freely.

Australia’s biggest discovery on this tour has been bowling. Tanveer Sangha shone with the ball on debut, taking 4 for 31, while Nathan Ellis took 3 wickets in the second T20I despite only bowling one maiden over. Australia’s very inexperienced bowling attack has delivered and will be critical to their victory in this game.

Australia Squads

Australia

Mitchell Marsh (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Travis Head, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Aaron Hardie, Nathan Ellis, Jason Behrendorff, and Adam Zampa.

SA vs AUS outfield report

Kingsmead Durban

The captain who wins the toss will bowl. The ground is relatively small, with borders of only 60-70 meters, making it extremely difficult to defend.

The sky will be clear, and the temperature will be approximately 20 degrees. Rain is not a major issue.

Durban’s pitch will be ideal for batting. In the first game, Australia scored 226 runs and chased 165 in the 15th over. On this course, 200 is around average.

SA vs AUS Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

The Australians have won four of their last five games, while the Proteas have only won one.

South Africa vs Australia Prediction

Winning the toss

• Australia

Player of the Match

• Australia – Travis Head

Most runs

• South Africa – Aiden Markram
• Australia – Travis Head

Most wickets

• South Africa – Lizaad Williams
• Australia – Nathan Ellis

Most sixes

• South Africa – Aiden Markram
• Australia – Travis Head

Team Scores Batting First

• South Africa – 180+
• Australia – 200+

According to cricket analysts, Australia has a 63.6% chance to win.