South Africa will be all set to lock horns against Australia in this crucial test encounter. Welcome to the AUS vs SA Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Australia will be confident with a strong performance in their last series-win over West Indies which could keep them motivated to maintain their winning streak.
South Africa on the other hand will play their first match ever since being eliminated early in the T20 World Cup which should allow them to return with a fresher perspective for this contest.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
Australia should win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
AUS- 1.41 DRAW- 6.60 SA- 4.30
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch conditions largely benefit seamers with great bounce making it difficult for the batsmen. The winners of the toss should bowl first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a partly warm sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Australia
A.Carey (wk), M.Labuschagne, S.Smith, U.Khawaja, D.Warner, T.Head, M.Neser, P.Cummins, N.Lyon, M.Starc, S.Boland
South Africa
H.Klaasen (wk), K.Verreynne, T.Bavuma, R.van der-Dussen, D.Elgar, K.Maharaj, M.Jansen, A.Nortje, K.Rabada, L.Ngidi, D.Oliver
Match Details
Australia vs South Africa – Test
Match: Australia vs South Africa – 1st Test
Date and Time: 17th December – 05:50 AM IST
Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia
Telecast: Sony Sports Network, Sony Liv
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Wicket-Keeper
Heinrich Klaasen (7.0 Cr) has the potential to score decent runs that earned him 663 runs at a strike rate of 45.44 in 5 test matches which can be well backed up with his contributions behind the stumps.
Batsman
Steven Smith (9.0 Cr) is a fantastic top order batsman and a responsible player for his team which can keep him confident making him a crucial contributor.
Marnus Labuschagne (9.0 Cr) was able to score 623 runs in his last 5 test matches with an impressive strike rate that can push him to showcase a strong performance and can build momentum to score consistent runs.
Usman Khawaja (8.0 Cr) has scored 718 runs at a strike rate of 48.35 in 17 test matches which should allow him to maintain his contributions as an important opening batsman and our prime choice.
Rassie van der-Dussen (8.5 Cr) has managed to improve consistently with his performance in the top order which has earned him 727 runs in 13 matches with greater potential to continue with his impressive form.
All-rounders
Travis Head (9.0 Cr) will be looking to make his way back into international test cricket as he has scored 73 runs in the last test match with greater bowling potential which makes him an important contributor.
Keshav Maharaj (8.5 Cr) has scored 313 runs in 3 test matches and leans more towards his bowling skills which can be possible with his abilities in this crucial encounter.
Bowlers
Pat Cummins (8.5 Cr) has picked 60 wickets in his last 12 Test matches with greater potential to provide decent batting contributions that can play a vital role in this match making him a potential game-changer.
Nathan Lyon (8.5 Cr) was able to find his 450th wicket in international test cricket as his experience can work as a strong bridge in developing their team in this series.
Kagiso Rabada (9.5 Cr) has picked 233 wickets in 50 matches added with his recent improvements in batting which can improve his contributions drastically making him a potential game-changer.
Anrich Nortje (8.5 Cr) was brilliant in his last series which highlights his current form that earned him 15 wickets in his last 3 test matches which can be channeled into an improved performance in this encounter.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
U.Khawaja will be our captain because of his brilliant batting stride and the potential to find consistent runs.
M.Labuschagne will be our vice-captain because of his improving form which can allow him to make his mark in this contest.
DREAM 11 LINEUP
Klaasen, Smith, Khawaja (C), Labuschagne (VC), van der-Dussan, Head, Maharaj, Lyon, Cummins, Rabada, Nortje
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The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.