Darwin, August 10, 2025. TIO Stadium. 8:42 PM local time.
Australia were 75/6 chasing 179. Tim David walked in at No. 7.
42 balls later: 83* off 52 (8 sixes). Australia won by 17 runs.
Two days later, same ground. South Africa posted 218/7. Australia collapsed to 165 all out.
53-run thrashing. Series levelled 1-1. This was the south africa national cricket team vs australian men’s cricket team match scorecard story of 2025. Not predictable dominance, but brutal, back-and-forth combat.
Here are the complete scorecards for all three matches, turning point analysis, player battles, and what comes next.
Full 3-Match T20I Series Scorecards (August 2025)
1st T20I — TIO Stadium, Darwin (Aug 10)
Australia 178 all out (20 overs) beat South Africa 161/9 (20 overs) by 17 runs
Australia Batting
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Head | c Markram b Rabada | 29 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 223.07 |
| Mitchell Marsh | c Rickelton b Maphaka | 22 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 146.66 |
| Cameron Green | c Klaasen b Rabada | 35 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 269.23 |
| Glenn Maxwell | c Bosch b Ngidi | 12 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Tim David | NOT OUT | 83 | 52 | 4 | 8 | 159.61 |
| Marcus Stoinis | c Klaasen b Maphaka | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Josh Inglis (wk) | c Markram b Bosch | 10 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 142.85 |
Extras: 14 (w-10, lb-4) | Total: 178 all out (20 overs, RR: 8.90)
Fall of Wickets: 42-1 (Head, 3.2), 55-2 (Marsh, 5.4), 75-3 (Green, 6.3), 91-4 (Maxwell, 8.2), 99-5 (Stoinis, 9.4), 112-6 (Inglis, 11.1)
South Africa Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kagiso Rabada | 4 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 7.25 |
| Kwena Maphaka | 4 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 5.00 |
| Lungi Ngidi | 4 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 9.50 |
| Corbin Bosch | 4 | 0 | 44 | 1 | 11.00 |
| Aiden Markram | 2 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 12.50 |
| Wiaan Mulder | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
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South Africa Batting (Target 179)
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton | c Maxwell b Zampa | 71 | 55 | 5 | 2 | 129.09 |
| Tristan Stubbs | c David b Hazlewood | 37 | 27 | 3 | 1 | 137.03 |
| Aiden Markram (c) | c Inglis b Dwarshuis | 18 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | c Green b Zampa | 12 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 150.00 |
Total: 161/9 (20 overs, RR: 8.05)
Result: Australia won by 17 runs. Tim David Player of the Match (83*).
2nd T20I — TIO Stadium, Darwin (Aug 12)
South Africa 218/7 (20 overs) beat Australia 165 all out (17.4 overs) by 53 runs
South Africa Batting
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiden Markram (c) | c Owen b Maxwell | 41 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 164.00 |
| Ryan Rickelton | c Head b Zampa | 28 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 155.55 |
| Tristan Stubbs | c Marsh b Dwarshuis | 73 | 36 | 6 | 4 | 202.77 |
| Heinrich Klaasen (wk) | c Inglis b Hazlewood | 22 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 183.33 |
Total: 218/7 (20 overs, RR: 10.90)
Australia Batting (Target 219)
| Batsman | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis Head | c Klaasen b Markram | 12 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Cameron Green | c Rickelton b Maphaka | 28 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 175.00 |
| Mitchell Marsh | c Bosch b Ngidi | 21 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Tim David | c Stubbs b Bosch | 50 | 28 | 3 | 3 | 178.57 |
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Total: 165 all out (17.4 overs, RR: 9.37)
South Africa Bowling Stars:
- Kwena Maphaka 3/20 (4 overs)
- Corbin Bosch 3/32 (4 overs)
- Lungi Ngidi 2/28 (3.4 overs)
Result: South Africa won by 53 runs. Series level 1-1.
3rd T20I: Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns (Aug 16)
Australia won by 2 wickets (chasing target in final over)
Key Highlights:
- South Africa: 165/8 (Tristan Stubbs 62)
- Australia: 166/8 (19.5 overs) — Glenn Maxwell 34* off 16
- Josh Hazlewood 2/22, Adam Zampa 2/25
Decider Moment: Maxwell’s 3 sixes in 16th over turned 42 needed off 28 into a 2-wicket win.
Series Result: Australia won 2-1. Extended T20I winning streak to 10 matches.
WTC Final 2025 Scorecard Summary (Lord’s, June 2025)
Australia 212 & 297 beat South Africa 138 & 217 by 174 runs
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 212 (Pat Cummins 45) | 297 (Steve Smith 87) | Won by 174 runs |
| South Africa | 138 (Kagiso Rabada 32) | 217 (Temba Bavuma 64) | Lost |
Player of the Match: Pat Cummins (5 wickets + 45 runs)
Key Turning Points: What Decided Each Match
1st T20I: Tim David’s Impossible Rescue
75/6 became 178 all out. David faced 52 balls for 83* — 8 sixes, highest T20I score by Australia No. 7.
What most people miss: South Africa’s fielding cost 24 runs (5 misfields). David’s sixes exploited gaps at deep midwicket.
2nd T20I: South Africa’s Slower Ball Trap
Maphaka/Bosch used cutters at 95-105kph. Australia middle order (9.37 RPO) collapsed vs 10.90 bowling economy.
Turning point: Overs 14-17: AUS lost 4 wickets for 28 runs.
3rd T20I: Maxwell’s Final Over Heroics
42 needed off 24 balls. Maxwell hit 3 sixes in 16th over. From 30% win probability to 78% in 6 balls.
Action step: Watch Maxwell vs spin in death overs. His 180+ SR in 2025 T20Is is Australia’s X-factor.
Player Battlegrounds: Top Performers
| Player | Team | Series Stats | Key Moment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tim David | AUS | 151 runs, 179 SR | 83* from 75/6 (1st T20I) |
| Tristan Stubbs | SA | 122 runs, 165 SR | 73 off 36 (2nd T20I) |
| Josh Hazlewood | AUS | 5/49, Econ 6.12 | 3/27 (1st T20I) |
| Kwena Maphaka | SA | 6/38, Econ 6.33 | 3/20 (2nd T20I) |
Head-to-Head Since 2020:
- Rabada vs Head: 3 dismissals in 42 balls faced
- Zampa vs Markram: 2/18 in 24 balls
Australia vs South Africa Rivalry Context
T20I Series Record (Last 5 Years):
| Format | AUS Wins | SA Wins | Ties/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20Is (2020-25) | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| ODIs (2023-25) | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Tests | 3 | 1 | 0 |
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Key Stat: Australia unbeaten in T20I series vs South Africa since 2018 (5-0).
Next Fixtures: Matchday Action Plan
Australia vs South Africa 2026 Schedule:
textAustralia tour of South Africa, Feb-Mar 2026
- 1st Test: Centurion (Feb 28)
- 2nd Test: Cape Town (Mar 7)
- 3rd ODI: Johannesburg (Mar 20)
- T20I Tri-Series (with NZ): Feb 2026
Where to Watch:
- India: Star Sports, JioCinema
- Aus: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
- SA: SuperSport
What to track:
- Tim David form — IPL auction implications
- Maphaka development — 19yo, 145kph potential
- Stubbs vs Zampa — SA’s next big middle-order battle
FAQs
Q1: What was the result of Australia vs South Africa 2025 T20I series?
Ans. Australia won 2-1. 1st T20I: AUS beat SA by 17 runs. 2nd T20I: SA beat AUS by 53 runs. 3rd T20I: AUS won by 2 wickets.
Q2: Who won Player of the Match in 1st T20I Australia vs South Africa 2025?
Ans. Tim David (83* off 52, 8 sixes) — rescued Australia from 75/6 to 178 all out.
Q3: What was South Africa’s highest T20I score vs Australia in 2025?
Ans. 218/7 in 2nd T20I, Darwin. Tristan Stubbs 73 (36), Aiden Markram 41 (25).
Q4: Who took the most wickets in SA vs AUS T20I series 2025?
Ans. Kwena Maphaka (SA) — 6 wickets including 3/20 in 2nd T20I. Josh Hazlewood 5 wickets.
Q5: Where was the Australia vs South Africa T20I series 2025 played?
Ans. 1st/2nd T20Is: TIO Stadium, Darwin. 3rd T20I: Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns.
Q6: What was Tim David’s score vs South Africa 1st T20I 2025?
Ans. 83* off 52 balls (4 fours, 8 sixes). Highest T20I score by Australia No. 7 batsman.
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