South Africa defeated Australia by 32 runs in the second ODI at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Temba Bavuma and David Miller scored centuries as South Africa posted a huge 365/9 in their 50 overs. Australia fought hard in the chase but were bowled out for 333 in 49.5 overs.
The victory gave South Africa an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
South Africa vs Australia 2nd ODI: Match Result
Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
365/9 | 50 overs | — | |
Australia | 333 all out | 49.5 overs | South Africa won by 32 runs |
Australia won the toss and elected to field first.
South Africa lost wickets early but recovered strongly through a crucial partnership between captain Temba Bavuma and David Miller before finishing with a formidable total.
Bavuma and Miller Put South Africa in Control
South Africa suffered an early setback when Aiden Markram was dismissed for a first-ball duck. Quinton de Kock also fell for 15, leaving the hosts under pressure.
Temba Bavuma and David Miller then took control of the innings.
Bavuma scored a composed 103 from 116 balls, registering his sixth ODI century. Miller followed with an explosive 142 from 93 deliveries.
Miller's innings included 12 fours and nine sixes.
The pair added 156 runs for the fourth wicket, transforming South Africa's innings and providing the platform for the hosts to finish on 365/9.
David Miller's Explosive Century
David Miller was the standout batter of the match.
The left-hander reached his eighth ODI century from just 73 balls before continuing his attack on the Australian bowling attack.
He eventually finished with 142 from 93 balls, making it his highest score in the match and one of the most destructive ODI innings of the game.
Miller's innings included:
Runs: 142
Balls: 93
Fours: 12
Sixes: 9
His performance earned him the Player of the Match award.
Australia Make a Strong Start
Australia needed 366 runs to win and made an aggressive start to the chase.
Openers Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head added 130 runs in just 17 overs, putting Australia in a strong position.
Marsh scored 84 from 53 balls, while Head also made 84, off 76 deliveries.
The opening partnership gave Australia significant momentum, but South Africa eventually found breakthroughs and began to control the chase.
South Africa's Spinners Turn the Match
After Australia's opening partnership was broken, the visitors struggled to maintain the required scoring rate.
Keshav Maharaj finished with 2/54, while Bjorn Fortuin claimed 2/70. Aiden Markram also contributed with the ball, taking 1/55 from his 10 overs.
Australia were eventually bowled out for 333 in 49.5 overs, falling 32 runs short of the target.
The South African attack held its nerve during the closing stages to secure the series victory.
Jack Edwards Impresses on ODI Debut
Australia's young bowler Jack Edwards was one of the standout performers with the ball.
Playing only his second ODI, Edwards finished with impressive figures of 5/67 from 10 overs.
Josh Hazlewood also made an impact, claiming 3/70.
Despite their efforts, Australia's bowlers could not prevent South Africa from reaching 365/9.
South Africa Win ODI Series 2-0
The result gives South Africa an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
The Proteas had already won the opening ODI in Durban by 67 runs. Australia's defeat in Johannesburg means the visitors can no longer win the series.
The third and final ODI will now determine whether South Africa can complete a series sweep or Australia can finish the tour with a consolation victory.
South Africa vs Australia 2nd ODI: Key Performers
South Africa
David Miller: 142
Temba Bavuma: 103
Keshav Maharaj: 2/54
Bjorn Fortuin: 2/70
Australia
Mitchell Marsh: 84
Travis Head: 84
Jack Edwards: 5/67
Josh Hazlewood: 3/70
South Africa vs Australia 2nd ODI Highlights
South Africa won by 32 runs.
South Africa scored 365/9 in 50 overs.
Australia were bowled out for 333 in 49.5 overs.
Temba Bavuma scored 103.
David Miller smashed 142 from 93 balls.
Miller hit 12 fours and nine sixes.
Mitchell Marsh scored 84 from 53 balls.
Travis Head scored 84 from 76 balls.
Jack Edwards took 5/67.
Josh Hazlewood claimed 3/70.
South Africa took an unassailable 2-0 series lead.
South Africa vs Australia 2nd ODI: Match Details
Match: South Africa vs Australia, 2nd ODI
Date: September 27, 2026
Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Toss: Australia won and elected to field
South Africa: 365/9 (50 overs)
Australia: 333 all out (49.5 overs)
Result: South Africa won by 32 runs
Player of the Match: David Miller — 142
Series: South Africa lead 2-0
What Next for South Africa and Australia?
The third ODI will be the final match of the series.
South Africa will enter the final game with a 2-0 lead after two convincing victories. Australia, meanwhile, will look to end the series on a positive note after falling short in both matches.
The final ODI will also give both teams another opportunity to assess their squads and combinations ahead of future international commitments.
Final Takeaway
South Africa produced another strong performance to defeat Australia by 32 runs at the Wanderers.
After being put into bat, the hosts recovered from an early setback through centuries from Temba Bavuma and David Miller. Bavuma's 103 provided stability, while Miller's explosive 142 gave South Africa the late-innings momentum needed to reach 365/9.
Australia started the chase strongly through Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head, who both scored 84. However, South Africa's bowling attack eventually broke through the Australian middle order and bowled the visitors out for 333.
The victory gives South Africa an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
