Australia's cricket team is heading to South Africa for the first time in eight years, with the Test squad now officially announced. The Australians last toured South Africa back in 2018, making this their first appearance on South African soil since then. The two sides will play a three-Test series in October.
Australia and South Africa meet again after eight years
Australia's Test side has not visited South Africa since 2018. After such a long gap, the two nations will now face off in a three-match Test series in October, a contest that is expected to draw plenty of attention from cricket followers.
A lifeline for Marnus Labuschagne
The biggest talking point around the squad is the selection of Marnus Labuschagne. The batter has been going through a difficult patch of form, yet the selectors have backed him with a place in the squad for the South Africa tour. The call is being seen as a major opportunity for Labuschagne to cement his position with runs on the board.
A busy season of cricket in South Africa
Australia's tour comes at a time when South Africa is set to host several major series in the coming months. According to news reports, the Indian team will also tour South Africa later in the year, where it will play a special Test after a gap of 24 years. That makes this an important season for South Africa in terms of hosting top touring sides.
