SA vs AUS win percentage stands at 55% in favour of South Africa.
Key reasons:
- South Africa won the opening ODI and took a 1-0 series lead
- The Proteas bowling attack performed strongly despite the absence of several frontline seamers
- Australia struggled to build partnerships in the first ODI and now face South Africa in home conditions
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SA vs AUS Betting Tips
South Africa have the advantage after winning the opening ODI and taking a 1-0 lead in the series. Their bowling attack performed exceptionally well despite missing several frontline seamers, while Matthew Breetzke's century and useful contributions from Temba Bavuma and Ryan Rickelton strengthened the batting unit. Playing at home gives the Proteas another advantage at the Wanderers.
Only one of the last five matches at the Wanderers has produced an individual score above 104 runs. The venue offers excellent batting conditions once set, but the new ball can provide movement and the surface has enough pace for the bowlers to remain in the contest. With both attacks capable of taking regular wickets, we expect the highest individual score to remain below 104.5.
Mitchell Marsh remains Australia's most reliable batter in recent matches and has scored at least 29 runs in four of his last five innings. His record against South Africa is also strong, with two half-centuries and a century in his last four appearances against them. Australia need a major contribution from Marsh if they are to level the series.
Match details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | South Africa vs Australia, 2nd ODI |
| Series | Australia Tour of South Africa 2026 |
| Date | 27 September 2026 |
| Venue | DP World Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
| Format | ODI |
South Africa vs Australia 2nd ODI prediction
South Africa will look to secure the ODI series when they face Australia in the second match at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Sunday.
The Proteas produced an impressive all-round performance in the opening ODI to take a 1-0 lead. Australia were restricted to a modest total before South Africa chased it successfully, putting the hosts in a strong position heading into the second match.
Matthew Breetzke was the standout batter for South Africa, scoring an excellent century, while Temba Bavuma and Ryan Rickelton also made useful contributions. Marco Jansen added valuable runs lower down the order.
The bowling performance was equally encouraging. Keshav Maharaj claimed five wickets and controlled the middle overs, while Gerald Coetzee, Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch all made important contributions with the new ball.
Australia's batting was their biggest concern in the first ODI. Mitchell Marsh remains in good form and Travis Head has continued to provide aggressive starts, but the middle order struggled to build the partnerships required to post a competitive total.
The visitors will need substantially more from Josh Inglis, Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green if they are to level the series. Their pace attack remains dangerous, with Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Ellis capable of putting South Africa under pressure.
South Africa have also shown that they can compete despite missing several established fast bowlers. Their home advantage and 1-0 series lead should provide additional confidence.
Prediction: South Africa to win.
Pitch report
The Wanderers is generally regarded as one of South Africa's better batting venues, with a hard surface that offers plenty of pace and bounce.
The conditions can nevertheless assist fast bowlers during the opening stages. The new ball is expected to move through the air and off the surface, particularly under cloudy conditions, meaning the opening spells could be important.
Once batters settle in, the pace of the pitch allows them to play attacking shots. The square boundaries are also relatively inviting for stroke-makers, so a team that preserves wickets during the first 10-15 overs should be able to accelerate later.
A first-innings total approaching 300 should be competitive, although the venue has the potential to produce considerably higher scores when the top order bats successfully.
The pitch should therefore offer a good contest between bat and ball. South Africa's spin options could also become important during the middle overs if the surface begins to slow down.
Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is likely to bowl first.
Four of the last six matches at the Wanderers have seen the toss-winning captain choose to field. The possibility of early movement for the seamers makes bowling first an attractive option.
Captains may also prefer to chase because the surface generally becomes good for batting once the initial period of movement has passed.
A first-innings score around 290-300 should provide a competitive target, while anything above 320 would put significant pressure on the chasing team.
Key players
South Africa
- Matthew Breetzke: Breetzke scored a century in the first ODI and will be one of South Africa's most important batters again.
- Keshav Maharaj: Maharaj claimed five wickets in the opening match and will be crucial during the middle overs.
- Marco Jansen: Jansen contributed with both bat and ball in the first ODI and provides valuable balance to the South African XI.
Australia
- Mitchell Marsh: Marsh remains Australia's most consistent batter and has an excellent recent record against South Africa.
- Travis Head: Head's aggressive approach makes him a major threat if he gets through the opening spell.
- Nathan Ellis: Ellis claimed three wickets in the first ODI and will again lead Australia's attack alongside Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.
Probable playing XIs
South Africa probable XI
Quinton de Kock (WK), Tony de Zorzi, Temba Bavuma (C), Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Bjorn Fortuin.
Australia probable XI
Mitchell Marsh (C), Travis Head, Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis (WK), Matt Renshaw, Cameron Green, Jack Edwards, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa.
Why South Africa are the better pick
South Africa enter the second ODI with the momentum of a comprehensive victory in the opening match and the opportunity to seal the series on home soil.
Their performance in the first ODI was particularly encouraging because they overcame significant bowling absences. Kagiso Rabada, Ottneil Baartman and Lungi Ngidi remain unavailable, but the replacement attack performed effectively.
Gerald Coetzee made an impact on his return to the ODI side, while Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch provided useful support. Keshav Maharaj was the standout performer, claiming five wickets and ensuring Australia could not build sustained partnerships.
The batting unit also produced enough contributions across the order. Matthew Breetzke's century provided the foundation, while Temba Bavuma and Ryan Rickelton supported him with useful scores. Jansen then added further runs to ensure South Africa completed the chase comfortably.
Australia's biggest problem in the first ODI was their inability to establish partnerships. Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh remain capable of taking the game away from an opposition quickly, but the middle order needs to provide greater consistency.
Mitchell Marsh is particularly important. He has been Australia's most dependable batter recently and has scored at least 29 runs in four of his last five innings. His record against South Africa is another reason for optimism, but Australia will need contributions from the rest of their batting group as well.
Josh Inglis, Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green all have the ability to produce big scores. If two of those batters can spend significant time at the crease, Australia can put pressure back on South Africa.
The Australian bowling attack remains a major strength. Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood can exploit the early movement, while Nathan Ellis demonstrated his wicket-taking ability by claiming three wickets in the opening ODI. Adam Zampa provides another important option in the middle overs.
However, South Africa's current combination gives them the advantage. The hosts are 1-0 ahead, have already demonstrated that their replacement bowlers can perform against Australia's top order, and now have the opportunity to play in familiar conditions at the Wanderers.
Australia have enough quality to force a decider, but they need a significantly improved batting performance.
South Africa are the pick to win the second ODI.
Bet on SA vs AUS today
South Africa have the opportunity to seal the ODI series after their convincing victory in the opening match.
The Proteas' bowling attack performed beyond expectations despite several important absences, while Matthew Breetzke's century and useful contributions from the rest of the batting order gave them control of the first ODI.
The main betting options are South Africa to win, the highest individual score to remain under 104.5 runs and Mitchell Marsh to score over 28.5 runs.
Bet on South Africa to win.
