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Australia and South Africa begin a three-Test series on October 9, chasing WTC points.
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Cameron Green and Josh Inglis miss the first Test, while Kagiso Rabada also misses out.
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The first match will be played at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban.
South Africa vs Australia Test series 2026: Preview
Australia will lock horns against South Africa in a three-match away Test series, starting on October 9, at Kingsmead in Durban.
The visitors will be without two names for the opener. Cameron Green is out with an abdominal injury, picked up in the third ODI against South Africa in Potchefstroom, while Josh Inglis has fractured a finger. The Aussies have drafted in Nic Maddinson and Sam Harper to their Test squad as replacements.
For the hosts, Kagiso Rabada has failed to make the cut. The pacer hasn’t played a competitive game since the IPL ended in May. He hurt his hamstring in training in August, and South Africa are hopeful he’ll be ready for the second Test. As his replacement, Anrich Nortje has been called up to play a Test for the first time in three years.
The World Test Championship race is also heating up, which gives this series extra bite. Australia sit on top with a points percentage of 80, while South Africa are second on 75. The hosts, however, have a hidden edge as they’ve played only four Tests in the 2025-27 cycle, compared with ten for Australia.
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Where to watch South Africa vs Australia Tests in India
TV channel: Eurosport
Live streaming: JioHotstar, FanCode
Fans in India can watch the series live on Eurosport, as Star Sports Network has sub-licensed the TV rights for this series to the channel. Meanwhile, digital coverage will be available through both the FanCode app and website.
Where to watch South Africa vs Australia Tests in Australia
TV channel: Fox Cricket
Live streaming: Kayo Sports
Australian viewers can follow every match on Fox Cricket, with Kayo Sports providing the streaming option. There is no free-to-air coverage for this series, so a Foxtel or Kayo subscription is required.
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Where to watch South Africa vs Australia Tests in South Africa
TV channel: SABC 3
Live streaming: SABC+
Fans in South Africa can catch all three ODIs on SABC 3, with streaming available through the SABC+ app and website for those without access to traditional satellite television.
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South Africa vs Australia ODI series TV channels and live streaming worldwide
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Willow TV app, Prime Video (Willow add-on) |
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South Africa vs Australia Test series start time worldwide
South Africa vs Australia Test series schedule
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