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South Africa vs Australia, 2nd Test, Australia tour of South Africa 2026

South Africa vs Australia, 2nd Test, Australia tour of South Africa 2026

The 2nd Test match between South Africa and Australia during the Australia tour of South Africa 2026 is scheduled to take place from October 18 to October 22, 2026, at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. The match has not started yet and is scheduled to begin tomorrow morning at 10:00 AM local time (1:30 PM IST).

Match Overview

  • Fixture: South Africa vs Australia, 2nd Test
  • Dates: 18 October – 22 October, 2026
  • Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha, South Africa
  • Start Time: 10:00 AM Local Time / 1:30 PM IST / 8:00 AM GMT
  • Status: Match yet to begin

Team squads with their playing role 

The official 17-player South African squad and 18-player Australian squad for the 2nd Test in Gqeberha, along with each player’s primary role, are detailed below: 

South Africa Squad

South Africa has reshuffled their squad after the opening Test. Tristan Stubbs has been omitted, Matthew Breetzke has been recalled, and Ryan Rickelton has been designated as the primary wicketkeeper.

South Africa Squad Roster

Captain: Temba Bavuma
Player NamePrimary Playing Role
Temba Bavuma (C)Middle-order Batter
Aiden MarkramTop-order Batter
David BedinghamMiddle-order Batter
Matthew BreetzkeTop-order / Middle-order Batter
Marques AckermanMiddle-order Batter
Marco JansenBowling All-rounder
Wiaan MulderAll-rounder
Senuran MuthusamyBatting All-rounder
Corbin BoschAll-rounder
Ryan RickeltonWicketkeeper-Batter (Designated keeper for 2nd Test)
Kyle VerreynneWicketkeeper-Batter
Kagiso RabadaFast Bowler
Anrich NortjeFast Bowler
Gerald CoetzeeFast Bowler
Keshav MaharajSlow Left-arm Orthodox Spinner
Simon HarmerOff-break Spinner
Dane PatersonFast-Medium Bowler
Squad Update: Tristan Stubbs has been omitted following the opening Test, Matthew Breetzke has been recalled, and Ryan Rickelton has been designated as the primary wicketkeeper for the second Test.

Australia Squad

The touring Australian side remains heavily stacked, though star all-rounder Cameron Green is dealing with an injury recovery layout. 

Australia Squad Roster

Captain: Pat Cummins
Player NamePrimary Playing Role
Steve SmithMiddle-order Batter
Marnus LabuschagneMiddle-order Batter
Travis HeadTop-order Batter
Matthew RenshawMiddle-order / Top-order Batter
Nic MaddinsonTop-order Batter
Beau WebsterAll-rounder
Cameron GreenAll-rounder (Injury Concern)
Cooper ConnollyBatting All-rounder
Michael NeserBowling All-rounder
Alex CareyWicketkeeper-Batter
Josh InglisWicketkeeper-Batter
Sam HarperWicketkeeper-Batter
Pat Cummins (C)Fast Bowler
Mitchell StarcFast Bowler
Josh HazlewoodFast Bowler
Nathan LyonOff-break Spinner
Scott BolandFast-Medium Bowler
Matthew KuhnemannLeft-arm Orthodox Spinner
Squad Update: Cameron Green is included as an all-rounder, with his availability subject to his injury recovery.

Match Winner Prediction

Match: Australia vs South Africa — 2nd Test

Prediction: Australia is predicted to win the 2nd Test, carrying a slight probability edge following their dominant victory in Durban. Advanced sports analytics models and market indicators suggest a highly competitive encounter, with all three possible outcomes remaining in contention.

Win Probability Breakdown

AUS 39.5%
SA 38%
Draw 22.5%
Match OutcomeProbability
Australia Win39.5%
South Africa Win38.0%
Draw22.5%

Head-to-Head Match Record

The complete lifetime all-time head-to-head Test cricket record between South Africa and Australia features an intense rivalry spanning over a century: 

Overall Test Head-to-Head Record

Head-to-Head Summary: Australia and South Africa have played 102 Test matches. Australia lead the overall record with 54 wins, compared with 27 victories for South Africa. A total of 21 matches have ended in draws.

MetricSummary Details
Total Matches Played102
Australia Wins54 (23 home / 29 away / 2 neutral)
South Africa Wins27 (16 home / 10 away / 1 neutral)
Draws21

Match Day Forecast

The 5-day match forecast for Gqeberha reveals that rain is highly likely to disrupt play during the opening two days of the 2nd Test before clearing up for the final three days.

Match Day Forecast — Gqeberha

Weather Outlook: The five-day forecast for Gqeberha indicates a significant risk of rain disrupting play during the opening two days of the second Test, followed by drier but mostly cloudy conditions for the final three days. Cool temperatures, coastal humidity and overcast skies could provide assistance to seam bowlers throughout the match.

Day-by-Day Forecast (18–22 October 2026)

Match DayWeather ConditionsTemperatureRain ProbabilityExpected Match Impact
Day 1 — Sunday, 18 OctoberLight rain and drizzleLow: 14°C
High: 18°C		Above 50%Intermittent rain could cause delays during a significant portion of the opening day.
Day 2 — Monday, 19 OctoberHeavy morning rain, followed by afternoon clearingLow: 15°C
High: 19°C		100% chance of precipitation in the morningThe morning session is at high risk of delays. Improving conditions around midday may allow a productive afternoon session.
Day 3 — Tuesday, 20 OctoberOvercast and mildLow: 15°C
High: 18°C		No further rain expectedDry but overcast conditions may favour seam movement and provide more consistent playing time.
Day 4 — Wednesday, 21 OctoberMainly cloudy and stableLow: 14°C
High: 18°C		No rainfall expectedCloud cover may continue to assist seam bowlers, with conditions expected to remain largely uninterrupted.
Day 5 — Thursday, 22 OctoberCloudy to overcastLow: 14°C
High: 18°C		No rainfall expectedStable, dry conditions should support play as the match approaches its conclusion, although cloud cover may remain a factor.

Impact on Play

Swing and Seam Advantage: Moderate to fresh south-westerly winds and humidity of approximately 65% to 85% during the first two days may assist swing and seam movement. Captains winning the toss may consider bowling first to take advantage of the conditions.

Overcast Conditions and Bad Light: Persistent daytime cloud cover combined with early coastal sunsets could increase the risk of bad-light interruptions across multiple sessions. Even when rain clears, visibility may remain a factor.

Overall Match Outlook: The opening two days carry the greatest risk of lost playing time because of rain. Days 3 to 5 are expected to be drier, but cloudy conditions may continue to offer an advantage to seam bowlers.

Disclaimer The predictions and betting insights on this page are based on expert analysis, current form and statistical data for entertainment purposes only. Please bet responsibly and in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country.