South Africa Look to Bounce Back as Second Test Against Australia Begins

South Africa return to action on Sunday with the second Test against Australia at St George's Park in Gqeberha, needing a response after a heavy defeat in the series opener.

Australia cruised to a 214-run victory in the first Test at Kingsmead, Durban, completing a dominant all-round performance to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

The contest forms part of the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle, with the Proteas defending the title they won at Lord's. The final Test follows at Newlands, Cape Town, from October 27 to 31.

Series schedule

2nd Test: St George's Park, Gqeberha (Oct 18-22). 3rd Test: Newlands, Cape Town (Oct 27-31). South Africa began their WTC title defence with a 1-1 draw against Pakistan and a 2-0 win over India.

Source: Sports wires