AUS vs SA Dream11 Team 2nd ODI 2025 | Dream 11 Prediction, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Fantasy Tips
Match Context & Overview
The second ODI sees Australia and South Africa lock horns once again in this three-match series, part of the Proteas’ tour Down Under (Aug 10–24, 2025). After Australia gained momentum in the T20s, both sides are keen to establish supremacy in the 50-over format.
Venue & Pitch Report
- Venue: Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay
- Pitch: Balanced surface—supporting both batters and bowlers. Pacers get early movement, while the middle overs favor batters and spinners.
- Conditions: Sunny, warm with light cloud cover. Dew could play a role late in the evening.
- Tactical Insight: Teams batting second may have an advantage.
Probable Playing XIs
Australia (Likely XI):
Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood, Matthew Kuhnemann.
South Africa (Likely XI):
Temba Bavuma (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke,Tristan Stubbs Dewald Brevis, Kwena Maphaka, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy.
Key Updates:
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Rabada out due to injury.
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Maharaj in peak form after a maiden ODI five-wicket haul.
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Breetzke’s consistency makes him a must-watch.
Dream11 Fantasy Picks & Strategy
Wicketkeepers:
- Josh Inglis (Aus) – reliable bat in the middle.
- Ryan Rickelton (SA) – consistent runs, strong fantasy pick.
Batters:
- Travis Head (Aus) – explosive opener, high-impact.
- Aiden Markram (SA) – experienced and steady.
- Matthew Breetzke (SA) – form player, good differential.
All-rounders:
- Mitchell Marsh (Aus) – captaincy favorite.
- Cameron Green (Aus) – bat + ball impact.
- Corbin Bosch (SA) – handy with both skills.
Bowlers:
- Josh Hazlewood (Aus) – lethal with new ball.
- Adam Zampa (Aus) – spin option in middle overs.
- Keshav Maharaj (SA) – top pick for spin-friendly spells.
- Kwena Maphaka (SA) – young pacer with wicket-taking ability.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
- C: Mitchell Marsh
- VC: Travis Head / Keshav Maharaj
Match Prediction & Fantasy Insight
This clash promises early seam dominance and middle-order stability. All-rounders and wrist spinners are expected to be game-changers. Australia started as slight favorites, but South Africa’s youngsters (Brevis, Breetzke, Maphaka) could flip the script.
TL;DR Fantasy Snapshot
- Venue: Great Barrier Reef Arena, balanced pitch, chasing advantage.
- Top Picks: Marsh, Green, Head (Aus); Maharaj, Markram, Breetzke (SA).
- Key Bowlers: Hazlewood, Zampa, Maphaka.
- Best Captain Choice: Marsh (safe), Maharaj (risky but rewarding).
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For insights from the series opener, check out our detailed SA vs AUS 1st ODI 2025 – Probable XI & Fantasy Tips
FAQs: AUS vs SA 2nd ODI 2025
Australia’s Marsh & Head are top picks, while Maharaj & Breetzke lead South Africa’s fantasy options.
Safe pick: Mitchell Marsh (C). Risky but rewarding: Keshav Maharaj (VC).
Balanced pitch at Mackay – pacers get help early, spinners effective in middle overs, chasing team has slight advantage.
Australia: Head, Marsh, Labuschagne, Green, Hazlewood, Zampa.
South Africa: Bavuma, Rickelton, Markram, Breetzke, Maharaj, Maphaka.
Pick 2 all-rounders, include Maharaj & Hazlewood, and don’t miss Travis Head as a top-order pick.
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