Australia vs South Africa Head to Head in ODI, Champions Trophy 2025: AUS vs SA Records, Stats, Results at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

Australia vs South Africa Head to Head in ODI, Champions Trophy 2025: Australia and South Africa are set to face off in another high-stakes ODI encounter, this time at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on February 25 for Game 7 of the Champions Trophy.

The two teams have a long and storied rivalry in the format, dating back decades. Their battles have produced some of the most iconic moments in cricket history, including the legendary 438 game in 2006.

While the conditions in Rawalpindi might not produce such high scores, both sides will be eager to outplay each other in what promises to be a closely fought contest.

Australia, the reigning ODI world champions, will look to assert their dominance with a strong display. Their aggressive top order and potent pace attack make them a formidable force in any conditions. Meanwhile, South Africa will rely on their middle order to provide stability and their spin attack to exploit any assistance from the pitch. With the Proteas holding a slight edge in the head-to-head record, this clash could be another intense chapter in their rivalry.

Australia vs South Africa Head to Head Record in ODIs

The two sides have faced each other 110 times in ODIs, with South Africa winning 55 matches and Australia claiming victory in 51. Three encounters have ended as a tie, and one ended with no result, showing how evenly matched these teams have been over the years.

Despite Australia's historical strength, South Africa has had the upper hand in recent years, particularly in bilateral series. The Proteas' ability to counter Australia's fast bowlers with their disciplined batting approach has been a key factor in their success. However, Australia has the experience of delivering under pressure, making them a dangerous opponent in big tournaments.

Total Matches: 110
Australia Wins: 51
South Africa Wins: 55
No Results: 1

AUS vs SA: Last Five Encounters

Australia and South Africa have played some high-scoring matches in recent times, with the Proteas dominating the bilateral series before Australia hit back in the World Cup.

• November 16, 2023 – Australia won by 3 wickets (Eden Gardens)
• October 12, 2023 – South Africa won by 134 runs (Lucknow)
• September 17, 2023 – South Africa won by 122 runs (Johannesburg)
• September 15, 2023 – South Africa won by 164 runs (Centurion)
• September 12, 2023 – South Africa won by 111 runs (Potchefstroom)

South Africa dominated their home series against Australia in September 2023, winning three consecutive matches by 100+ runs. However, Australia had the final say in the ODI World Cup, chasing down a target in a tense knockout clash in November 2023.

Australia vs South Africa Head to Head Stats in ODIs

Australia vs South Africa Head to Head Record at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

While this will be the first-ever ODI between Australia and South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, the two teams have previously met three times on Pakistani soil.

Australia has won all three of those encounters, with victories in Lahore, Faisalabad, and Peshawar. The conditions in Pakistan typically favour spin, but Australia’s ability to adapt and their strong record in the country give them a psychological edge.

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium ODI Stats & Records

Total Matches: 27
Matches Won Batting 1st: 11
Matches Won Chasing: 15
Average 1st Innings Score: 250
Highest Total: 356/5 (47.3 Ovs) by Australia vs England in 2025
Lowest Total: 104/10 (33 Ovs) by Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka in 2004
Highest Successful Chase: 356/5 (47.3 Ovs) by Australia vs England in 2025
Lowest Total Defended: 206/9 (50 Ovs) by England vs Pakistan in 2005
Most Runs: Inzamam-ul-Haq (Pakistan) - 560
Highest Individual Score: Gary Kirsten (South Africa) - 188*
Most Sixes: Shahid Afridi (Pakistan) - 8
Most 50s: Yasir Hameed (Pakistan), Inzamam-ul-Haq (Pakistan), Mohammad Yousuf (Pakistan) - 3
Most 100s: Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand), Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan), Ijaz Ahmed (Pakistan) - 2
Most Wickets: Waqar Younis (Pakistan) - 11
Best Bowling Innings: Saqlain Mushtaq (Pakistan) - 5/20

Australia vs South Africa, Champions Trophy 2025: Full Squads

Australia: Steve Smith (c), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa, Cooper Connolly

South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosch