India, Oct. 8 -- South Africa are set to host Australia at Kingsmead in Durban for the first Test, beginning on October 9. It is part of the crucial ICC World Test Championship 2025-27. South Africa enter the series as reigning WTC champions, while Australia currently sit top of the standings. The match will start at 1:00 PM IST in India, with play beginning at 9:30 AM local time in Durban. For Australian fans, the SA vs AUS match starts at 6:30 PM AEDT.

South Africa vs Australia 1st Test

The series is crucial for the WTC race. Australia currently lead the standings with an 80% points percentage, while South Africa are second on 75%.

The three-match Test series is also the first red-ball meeting between the teams in South Africa since ...