Test match cricket returns to South Africa as the hosts take on Australia in a three-match series starting Friday at Kingsmead in Durban. The two sides are top of the current World Test Championship table and played the final in the previous season at Lord’s just a year and a half ago.
South Africa have a few injury issues, but one cannot forget the fact that they have a strong record at home. Temba Bavuma has been one of the best captains in the Test format and has led his side to a title win last year. The batting too has been strong, and the side possesses match winners.
Australia have always been a strong side no matter where they play. They had to fight their way back to draw the home series against Bangladesh just a few months ago. Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Josh Hazlewood will test the rival bowlers, with Nathan Lyon also playing a crucial role.
Where to watch SA vs AUS 1st Test?
TV Telecast – Eurosport Network Channels
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SA vs AUS timing and venue instructions
Match – South Africa vs Australia, 1st Test match
Date- 9th to 13th October 2026
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – Kingsmead, Durban
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FAQs: SA vs AUS 1st Test
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What time does SA vs AUS game start today?
The match is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM IST
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SA vs AUS: Squads
South Africa – Aiden MarkramRyan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma(c), David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne(w), Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Keshav MaharajDane Paterson, Gerald Coetzee, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Wiaan Mulder, Anrich Nortje, Senuran Muthusamy, Marques Ackerman
Australia – Travis HeadMatt Renshaw, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve SmithNic Maddinson, Alex Carey(w), Beau Webster, Pat Cummins(c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood, Michael Neser, Scott Boland, Josh Inglis, Sam Harper, Cameron Green, Matthew Kuhnemann, Cooper Connolly.