The T20 encounters between South Africa and Australia have consistently delivered high-octane cricket, featuring explosive batting, fiery pace bowling, and dramatic finishes. This fierce rivalry between two of cricket’s most competitive teams has produced some unforgettable moments in the shortest format. Our comprehensive analysis covers their last 10 T20 meetings, complete with detailed scorecards, key statistics, and standout performances that define this compelling matchup.
1. Match Details (Most Recent – 2023 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (South Africa 2023) |
| Venue | Kingsmead, Durban |
| Date | September 3, 2023 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 190/8 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 194/7 (19.5 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 3 wickets |
| Player of Match | Mitchell Marsh (92* off 49) |
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2. Match Details (2023 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (South Africa 2023) |
| Venue | SuperSport Park, Centurion |
| Date | August 30, 2023 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| Australia | 226/6 (20 overs) |
| South Africa | 230/8 (19.4 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 2 wickets |
| Player of Match | Dewald Brevis (62 off 41) |
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3. Match Details (2022 T20 World Cup)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20 World Cup 2022 |
| Venue | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| Date | October 27, 2022 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 118/9 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 119/5 (19.4 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Josh Hazlewood (2/19) |
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4. Match Details (2021 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (Australia 2021) |
| Venue | Carrara Oval, Gold Coast |
| Date | July 10, 2021 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 146/6 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 150/3 (19 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 7 wickets |
| Player of Match | Josh Philippe (44 off 30) |
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5. Match Details (2020 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (South Africa 2020) |
| Venue | Newlands, Cape Town |
| Date | February 26, 2020 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 158/4 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 159/5 (19.5 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Mitchell Marsh (39* off 29) |
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6. Match Details (2018 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (Australia 2018) |
| Venue | Carrara Oval, Gold Coast |
| Date | November 17, 2018 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| Australia | 158/4 (20 overs) |
| South Africa | 159/4 (19.3 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 6 wickets |
| Player of Match | Faf du Plessis (40* off 38) |
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7. Match Details (2016 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (South Africa 2016) |
| Venue | New Wanderers Stadium, Joburg |
| Date | March 6, 2016 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 204/7 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 205/7 (19.4 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 3 wickets |
| Player of Match | Shane Watson (71 off 42) |
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8. Match Details (2014 T20 World Cup)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20 World Cup 2014 |
| Venue | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium |
| Date | March 23, 2014 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 160/6 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 161/5 (19.3 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Aaron Finch (44 off 30) |
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9. Match Details (2012 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (Australia 2012) |
| Venue | Melbourne Cricket Ground |
| Date | February 17, 2012 |
| Toss Winner | Australia |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| South Africa | 146/7 (20 overs) |
| Australia | 147/3 (17.4 overs) |
| Result | Australia won by 7 wickets |
| Player of Match | David Warner (40 off 26) |
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10. Match Details (2011 T20 Series)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20I Series (South Africa 2011) |
| Venue | Newlands, Cape Town |
| Date | October 13, 2011 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first |
| Australia | 146/7 (20 overs) |
| South Africa | 147/4 (19 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 6 wickets |
| Player of Match | JP Duminy (3/18 & 31* off 25) |
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Head-to-Head Summary (Last 10 T20Is)
| Stat | South Africa | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 10 | 10 |
| Wins | 3 | 7 |
| Losses | 7 | 3 |
| Highest Score | 230/8 | 226/6 |
| Lowest Score | 118/9 | 146/7 |
