Three iconic South African grounds host the Proteas–Australia Test series
Full fixture list, venues and local start times · 3-match Test series, October 2026 · SAST
| Match | Dates | Venue | Start time (SAST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | 9–13 October 2026 | Kingsmead Durban | 09:30 |
| 2nd Test | 18–22 October 2026 | St George's Park Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) | 10:00 |
| 3rd Test | 27–31 October 2026 | Newlands Cape Town | 10:30 |
The series travels the full length of the country — from Durban's coastal heat to the shadow of Table Mountain — across three weeks in October. Start times step later with each match, a scheduling pattern that broadens the live broadcast window for Australian audiences as their summer begins.
Daily Maverick · Source: Supplied data
