The SA vs AUS 2nd Test live streaming will be on FanCode in India, with the match shown live on Eurosport on TV. The Test will be played at St George’s Park in Gqeberha from Sunday, October 18, 2026, with the first ball at 1:00 PM IST and the toss expected at 12:30 PM IST.
Australia lead the three-match series 1-0 after a 214-run win in Durban, where Matt Renshaw made 190 and 82 and Josh Hazlewood took 6/49 in the second innings. A win in Gqeberha would give Australia the series, while South Africa need to win to take the series to Cape Town.
When is the SA vs AUS 2nd Test?
The 2nd Test between South Africa and Australia starts on Sunday, October 18, 2026, and runs until October 22.
Where is the SA vs AUS 2nd Test being played?
The Test will be played at St George’s Park in Gqeberha, South Africa, which has a capacity of 19,000 and hosts Eastern Province.
What time will the SA vs AUS 2nd Test start?
Play starts at 9:30 AM local time, which is 1:00 PM IST. The toss is expected 30 minutes earlier, at 9:00 AM local time (12:30 PM IST).
Which TV channel will show the SA vs AUS 2nd Test live in India?
Eurosport will broadcast the RSA vs AUS 2nd Test live on TV in India. Fans can tune in from 12:30 PM IST for the toss and pre-match show.
Where can fans watch the SA vs AUS 2nd Test live streaming in India?
The live streaming of the RSA vs AUS 2nd Test will be available on FanCode, on the app and website. Fans can watch on mobile phones, tablets, laptops and smart TVs.
How to watch RSA vs AUS 2nd Test live streaming outside India?
Here are the TV channels, streaming platforms and local start times for the 2nd Test around the world.
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| Country | TV / Streaming | Local Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| India | Eurosport, FanCode | 1:00 PM, October 18 |
| South Africa | SuperSport, SABC 3, DStv app | 9:30 AM, October 18 |
| Australia | Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports | 6:30 PM AEDT, October 18 |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Go | 8:30 AM BST, October 18 |
| USA | Willow TV | 3:30 AM ET, October 18 |
| Canada | Willow TV | 3:30 AM ET, October 18 |
Also Read: SA vs AUS 2nd Test Pitch Report
What is the SA vs AUS Test series score?
Australia lead 1-0. They won the 1st Test in Durban by 214 runs, and the 2nd and 3rd Tests are still to come.
| Match | Dates | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | October 9 to 13 | Kingsmead, Durban | Australia won by 214 runs |
| 2nd Test | October 18 to 22 | St George’s Park, Gqeberha | 1:00 PM IST |
| 3rd Test | October 27 to 31 | Newlands, Cape Town | To be confirmed |
What can fans expect from the St George’s Park pitch?
St George’s Park looks balanced, with batting easiest early and scores falling as the match goes on, from an average of 313 in the first innings to 159 in the fourth. Rain is forecast, so the toss and the first-innings total could matter.
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SA vs AUS 2nd Test Squads
South Africa Squad
Temba Bavuma (c), Kyle Verreynne (wk), Marques Ackerman, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Anrich Nortje, Dane Paterson, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs
Australia Squad
Pat Cummins (c), Steve Smith (vc), Alex Carey (wk), Sam Harper (wk), Scott Boland, Cooper Connolly, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Nic Maddinson, Michael Neser, Matt Renshaw, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster.
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