AUS vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match – Fantasy Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, Player Form Analysis

📅 Date: 23rd August 2025
Time: 9:00 AM IST
📍 Venue: Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay

Two strong ODI sides, Australia and South Africa, clash in this fantasy-packed encounter. With plenty of form players, deep batting orders, and sharp bowling options, fantasy users must be strategic. Here’s a complete breakdown with detailed stats, recent Dream11 points, and expert picks to help you win big.

🔍 Match Preview & Key Fantasy Insight

  • Australia is playing at home with a strong recent record in this format.

  • South Africa’s middle-order has shown promise with consistent all-rounders.

  • The pitch in Mackay has been dual-paced: great for batters who apply themselves, but offers turn and bounce for spinners.

📈 Win Probability

  • Australia – 58%

  • South Africa – 42%

🏟️ Pitch Report – Great Barrier Reef Arena

  • Average 1st Innings Score: 260+

  • Chasing Advantage: Toss-winning captains have opted to bowl in 80% of matches.

  • Spin Factor: Slower bowlers play a major role in the middle overs.

🧮 7-Match Fantasy Point Form – Australia

Player

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

M7

PPM

T. Head

161

54

11

25

159

52

43

72.1

X. Bartlett

120

126

60

26

60

41

60

70.4

M. Marsh

106

61

32

31

66

22

34

45.7

A. Carey

29

81

115

87

96

114

102

76.2

J. Inglis

17

15

156

40

33

50

28

49.5

C. Green

23

98

59

4

51

151

64

64.4

A. Zampa

41

69

62

46

26

16

54

45.1

N. Ellis

74

20

71

49

40

65

48

52.4

B. Dwarshuis

98

67

79

44

37

51

30

58.0

S. Abbott

41

102

34

45

18

14

-2

36.0

M. Labuschagne

13

37

120

38

47

40

20

38.1

🧮 7-Match Fantasy Point Form – South Africa

Player

M1

M2

M3

M4

M5

M6

M7

PPM

M. Breetzke

76

103

185

14

17

52

62

72.7

K. Maphaka

26

125

83

170

64

19

176

94.7

K. Maharaj

192

5

68

37

4

5

48

52.5

T. Stubbs

1

1

11

31

142

105

39

47.1

A. Markram

103

48

12

82

34

44

46

52.7

R. Dussen

87

100

69

61

38

13

7

53.5

D. Brevis

20

132

9

52

17

24

48

40.5

W. Mulder

41

36

91

72

74

93

79

70.4

L. Ngidi

70

86

37

25

2

11

185

61.4

C. Bosch

43

72

9

37

60

89

27

48.1

K. Rabada

90

33

82

104

72

41

24

63.7

🧨 Powerplay & Death Overs Impact

Australia:

  • Powerplay Bowlers: X. Bartlett, N. Ellis – high wicket-takers

  • Death Overs: S. Abbott and A. Zampa have consistently bowled overs 40–50

South Africa:

  • Powerplay Batters: M. Breetzke and T. de Zorzi start strong

  • Death Bowlers: K. Maharaj, L. Ngidi – crucial wicket takers at the end

🧠 Previous Match Dream Team – AUS vs SA (22 August 2025)

Player

Fantasy Points

L. Ngidi

185

J. Inglis

165

M. Breetzke

150

A. Zampa

112

T. Stubbs

104

C. Green

91

X. Bartlett

90

W. Mulder

89

S. Muthusamy

86

N. Burger

82

These 11 players made the Dream Team in the previous game. Pick combinations around them while factoring in rotation/rest chances.

🔥 MVP & Differential Picks

🔥 Most Valuable Picks

  • T. Head: Multiple 150+ scores, captain material

  • K. Maphaka: 3 matches over 150+ fantasy points, emerging bowling star

  • A. Carey: Consistent performer with bat and gloves

💣 Differential Picks

  • D. Brevis: High upside, riskier pick

  • M. Dwarshuis: Swing bowler, useful on this surface

  • S. Muthusamy: Quietly collecting points in all formats

🧠 Final Dream11 Team Prediction – Expert Tips

Wicket Keepers:

  • J. Inglis (C), A. Carey

Batters:

  • T. Head (VC), M. Breetzke, M. Marsh, D. Brevis

All-Rounders:

  • A. Markram, C. Green

Bowlers:

  • K. Maphaka, X. Bartlett, A. Zampa

📌 Final Tips Before Locking Team

  • Captain one explosive batter (T. Head or Maphaka) and vice-captain a consistent all-rounder (Markram/Green).

  • Avoid overloading on pacers—mix in spin options like Maharaj/Zampa.

  • Check toss and team news 30 mins before deadline.