SA Vs AUS Dream11 Prediction, Today Match Prediction SA Vs AUS World Cup 2023

SA Vs AUS Dream11 Prediction, Today Match Prediction SA Vs AUS World Cup 2023

Welcome to the pinnacle of cricketing excitement as the ICC World Cup 2023 reaches its knockout stage. Brace yourselves for an epic showdown in Semi Final 2, where cricketing powerhouses Australia and South Africa will clash on the revered grounds of Eden Gardens on 16th November 2023.

This encounter is more than just a match; it’s a chapter in the intense rivalry these two cricketing giants have scripted over the years. In seven World Cup encounters, they stand level with three victories each, with the unforgettable 1999 semi-final ending in a nail-biting tie. Australia, however, also holds the 2007 semi-final triumph over South Africa.
As both teams have displayed stellar cricket throughout the tournament, this semi-final promises to be an exciting contest.

South Africa arrives at the ICC World Cup 2023 semi-final stage with a dominating presence, dismantling seven of their nine opponents. Despite encountering hurdles against the powerhouse host India and a surprising upset to the Dutch, the Proteas have proven their mettle. They have beaten giants like Australia, England, and New Zealand with huge margins.

Batting first has been South Africa’s forte, as evidenced by all their wins in this fashion, boasting impressive victories with margins exceeding 100 runs in five matches. While their chasing record has seen a few bumps, they clinched crucial victories against Afghanistan and Pakistan.

As the Proteas stand on the cusp of history, reaching their farthest point in a World Cup for the fifth time, the semi-final presents the most formidable challenge. Overcoming this hurdle is crucial as they aim to break the “chokers” tag, setting their sights on a maiden World Cup final appearance.

Australia, the eternal juggernauts of ICC tournaments, find themselves in familiar territory, gearing up for their record 8th World Cup semi-final. With an illustrious history, the Aussies have triumphed in the semi-final challenge on seven occasions, succumbing only once in the 2019 edition.

After facing early setbacks with losses to India and South Africa, doubts arose about Australia’s journey to the semi-finals. However, displaying their trademark resilience, the Aussies made a remarkable comeback, embarking on a seven-match winning streak that silenced critics and solidified their presence in the knockout stage.

As they prepare to face South Africa, Australia aims to add another chapter to their storied World Cup legacy. With the prospect of a 6th World Cup title on the horizon, the team stands as a testament to their supremacy in the format, showcasing why they are considered head and shoulders above every other nation in the cricketing world.

Match Preview

Match : South Africa Vs Australia, 2nd Semi final of WC 2023

Venue : Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Date & Time : 16th November, Thursday at 2:00 PM IST

 H2H Record :

Total matches - 109
SA won - 55
AUS won - 50
NR - 01,
Tied - 03,

 Pitch Report :

The pitch at Eden Gardens will be an excellent one for batting. There will be good bounce for the seamers and the new ball will swing as well. Eaden Garden is one of the largest grounds in India with deep boundaries. The wicket is flat and allows the batsmen to play their strokes. The fresh pitch will allow the ball to come onto the bat nicely. It’s expected to be a high scoring encounter. Teams will look to bat first as batting first sides have had the upper hand at this venue. In 29 ODI matches here while 18 matches have been won by teams batting first.

The average first innings score is 260 runs.

 Weather Report :

The temperature is expected to hover around 28°C on the Thursday with 82% humidity and 15 km/hr wind speed. There are no chances of rain during the game.

 Probable XI :

South Africa :

Quinton De Kock(wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie Van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Gerald Coetzee, Tabraiz Shamshi.

 Australia :

David Warner, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Steven Smith, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Inglis (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa.