South Africa host Australia for first Test match in Durban
South Africa will play their first Test match against Australia at home in Durban from October 9 to 13, 2026.
Match schedule and broadcast details
The five-day game begins on October 9 with a daily start time of 8.30am BST. Viewers in the UK can watch via Sky Sports, while US audiences use Willow TV through Sling. Australian viewers may access Kayo Sports for a free trial option.
Team news and player availability
Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, and Matt Renshaw are expected to feature in Pat Cummins side. Cameron Green will miss the match due to an abdominal strain. Marnus Labuschagne is likely to play despite not scoring a Test century since 2023.
Historical context for the fixture
This meeting marks the first time Australia has played a five-day game in South Africa in eight years. The upcoming match follows the 2018 ball-tampering scandal involving Steve Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft.
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