In the cricket world, the matches between Australia and South Africa are always rich in thrill. Both teams have a strong identity in the cricket world and when they are face to face, every cricket lover's heart starts beating.
A look at history
Cricket rivalry between Australia and South Africa has been going on since 1902. However, the match could not be held from 1970 to 1991 due to the sanctions on South Africa, but when the team returned to international cricket in 1992, the rivalry again gained momentum.
Important matches and memorable moments
1999 World Cup semi -finals - This match is considered to be the most exciting match in cricket history. In the last over, South Africa suffered a defeat due to the misunderstanding of Alan Donald and Lance Clusherner and Australia reached the finals.
2006 Johannesburg Test - South Africa completed the biggest run chase in ODI history by achieving a huge target of 434 runs.
2018 Cape Town Test (Sandpaper Gate) - In this match, the ball tampering controversy shook the cricket world. Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft were banned.
Current landscape
In today's era, both teams enter the field with strong batting and deadly bowling. Australia's team depends on experienced players such as Pat Cummins, Steve Smith and David Warner, while South Africa's team have great players like Kagiso Rabada, Quinton de Kock and Eden Markram.
Who is strong?
Test Cricket - Australia's record is strong, but South Africa shows brilliant game on foreign land
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