South Africa vs Australia Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast, 2nd Test 2026
Don't miss the South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test 2026 live from St George's Park in Gqeberha, starting today, October 18. Follow the Proteas as they aim to bounce back from their opening loss against a dominant Australian side.
The highly anticipated second Test of the three-match series between South Africa and Australia is set to ignite at St George's Park in Gqeberha, South Africa, starting today, October 18, 2026. This pivotal encounter sees the Proteas looking to bounce back after a 214-run defeat in the series opener in Durban, while the formidable Australian side aims to secure an unassailable lead in what promises to be a gripping contest for crucial ICC World Test Championship points. South Africa Squad for 2nd Test vs Australia Announced: Kagiso Radaba Returns, Matthew Breetzke Replaces Tristan Stubbs.
Match Schedule and Timings
The 2nd Test of the Australia tour of South Africa, 2026, will run from Sunday, October 18, to Thursday, October 22, 2026. Play is scheduled to commence at 10:00 AM South Africa Standard Time (SAST) daily.
Here's a breakdown of the start times across various regions:
| Region | Time | Time Zone Abbreviation |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 10:00 AM | SAST |
| India | 01:30 PM | IST |
| United Kingdom | 09:00 AM | UK Time (BST) |
| USA (Eastern) | 04:00 AM | ET |
| Australia (AEDT) | 07:00 PM | AEDT |
The match is being played at the historic St George's Park in Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), known for offering a balanced contest between bat and ball.
Where to Watch South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test
- India: Indian viewers can catch the live telecast of the series on the Eurosport TV network and live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
- South Africa: The match will be telecast live on SuperSport and available for streaming via the DStv app. SuperSport holds comprehensive broadcast rights for Cricket South Africa's home internationals until the end of the 2026-27 season.
- United Kingdom & Ireland: Viewers in the UK and Ireland can watch the Test live on Sky Sports and stream it through NOW. Sky Sports has secured a one-season deal to cover Cricket South Africa's 2026/27 home internationals, including this series against Australia.
- Australia: Fans in Australia can watch the Tests live on Fox Cricket and stream them via Kayo Sports.
Series Context and Recent Form
Australia arrives in Gqeberha with significant momentum, having dominated the first Test in Durban. Standout performances from Matt Renshaw, who scored 190 and 82, and Josh Hazlewood, with his career-best figures of 6/49 in an innings, propelled Australia to a commanding victory. This series is crucial for both teams in the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. Australia currently holds the top spot, with defending champions South Africa in third position after their first Test loss. AUS vs SA 1st Test 2026: Josh Hazlewood's Six-Wicket Haul Helps Australia Beat South Africa by 214 Runs.
Historically, the rivalry between these two cricketing giants is intense. In 102 Test matches, South Africa has secured 27 wins against Australia's 54, with 21 draws. The Proteas will be eager to leverage their home conditions at St George's Park to level the series and keep their World Test Championship title defense hopes firmly alive.
With Australia leading the series 1-0, the Proteas face a must-win situation at home to force a decider in Cape Town. Fans can expect a fierce battle as both teams vie for supremacy in this enthralling Test series.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 18, 2026 12:30 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).