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South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test prediction at Newlands, Cape Town
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3rd Test preview: South Africa and Australia set for a tight contest

C CricPresto Desk27 Oct 2026, 10:42 AM · 1 min read

SA vs AUS Test preview: recent form, head to head, squads and prediction for South Africa vs Australia at Newlands, Cape Town.

South Africa take on Australia in the 3rd Test, Australia tour of South Africa 2026 at Newlands, Cape Town on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, starting at 2:00 PM IST. Here is everything you need before the SA vs AUS Test match: form, head to head, key players and our prediction.

SA vs AUS match details

  • Match: SA vs AUS, 3rd Test
  • Series: Australia tour of South Africa 2026
  • Format: Test
  • Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
  • Date and time: 27 Oct 2026, 2:00 PM IST

Head to head

South Africa have won 5 and Australia have won 5 of their 10 meetings with a result.

South Africa strong points

  • Ranked No. 2 in the ICC team rankings (rating 119).
  • Have won 5 head-to-head meetings.

Australia strong points

  • Ranked No. 1 in the ICC team rankings (rating 126).
  • Have won 5 head-to-head meetings.

SA vs AUS prediction

Our model gives Australia a 53% chance against South Africa, based on rankings, recent form and head to head. Follow ball by ball live score and commentary and see the full match prediction.

FAQs

When does SA vs AUS start?
27 Oct 2026, 2:00 PM IST.

Where is SA vs AUS being played?
At Newlands, Cape Town.

Who will win SA vs AUS?
Australia start as slight favourites (53%).

Where can I watch the SA vs AUS live score?
On CricPresto, with ball by ball commentary and full scorecard.

Photo: Background: Lewis Clarke , CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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