Australia vs South Africa 3rd T20 playing 11, streaming and match updates

On home soil, the Aussies also enjoy a 6-3 advantage across nine games. With the series tied 1-1, all eyes now turn to Cairns for what promises to be a thrilling decider.

AUS vs SA
AUS vs SA
Shashwat Nishant New Delhi
4 min read Last Updated : Aug 19 2025 | 11:13 AM IST
South Africa started aggressively after being put in to bat but were pulled back effectively by Australia in the second half of their innings. They lost skipper Aiden Markram early, but Lhuan-dre Pretorius counterattacked with five boundaries in the powerplay before being dismissed by Nathan Ellis.  Check India squad announcement for Asia Cup 2025 live updates here
 
Dewald Brevis walked in and picked up from his brilliant performance in the previous game, smashing a 22-ball fifty and dominating the Australian bowlers alongside Tristan Stubbs. At 108/3 after 11 overs, South Africa looked set for a total around 200.
 
However, the game turned when Ellis dismissed Brevis with a well-disguised slower ball, caught brilliantly by Glenn Maxwell at long-on. After Brevis’ exit, the momentum shifted. Australia's spinners, Maxwell and Adam Zampa, bowled with control on a pitch that was gripping, while the pacers varied their pace effectively at the death.
 
In the final 9 overs, South Africa managed only 64 runs for the loss of 4 wickets, ending on 172. While not an intimidating total, the pitch seemed tricky, and the run chase could test Australia
 
Rising star Dewald Brevis stole the spotlight in the second T20I with a breathtaking unbeaten 125 off just 56 balls, the second-fastest century in South Africa’s T20I history. His fireworks helped the Proteas post a massive 218/7, their highest-ever T20I total against Australia. Partnering with Tristan Stubbs, Brevis added a crucial century stand for the fourth wicket.  Check AUS vs SA 3rd T20I full scorecard here
 
In reply, Australia were bowled out for 165 in 17.4 overs despite a fighting half-century from Tim David, his second in as many games. Kwena Maphaka and Corbin Bosch made major impacts with the ball, grabbing three wickets each to seal the win for South Africa.
 
On home soil, the Aussies also enjoy a 6-3 advantage across nine games. With the series tied 1-1, all eyes now turn to Cairns for what promises to be a thrilling decider.  
Australia vs South Africa 3rd T20 playing 11:
 
South Africa Playing 11: Aiden Markram(c), Ryan Rickelton(w), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosch, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi 
Australia Playing 11: Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Josh Inglis(w), Cameron Green, Tim David, Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood 
 
Australia vs South Africa Head-to-Head in T20Is
 
Total matches played: 27
Australia won: 18
South Africa won: 9
No result: 0
 
Australia vs South Africa T20I full squad
 
Australia T20 squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Sean Abbott, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matt Kuhnemann, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Owen, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa
 
South Africa T20 squad: Aiden Markram (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, George Linde, Kwena Maphaka, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Nqaba Peter, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Prenelan Subrayen, Rassie van der Dussen
 
Australia vs South Africa 3rd T20I live match time AUS vs SA live streaming and telecast details
 
When does the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match take place?
The third T20I between Australia and South Africa will be played on Tuesday, August 16, 2025.
 
What is the venue of the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match?
The match will be held at Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns, Australia.
 
At what time will the live toss for the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I take place?
The toss for the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match will take place at 2:15 PM IST, 6:15 PM local time (Cairns).
 
At what time will the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match begin?
The first ball of the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match is scheduled for 2:45 PM IST, 6:45 PM local time (Cairns).
 
Which TV channel will live telecast the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match in India?
The live telecast for the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match will be available on the Star Sports network in India.
 
How to watch the live streaming of the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match in India?
Live streaming of the AUS vs SA 3rd T20I match will be available on the JioHotstar app and website in India.
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First Published: Aug 16 2025 | 1:53 PM IST

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