Australia's Test return to South Africa after eight years
Australia play their first Test series in South Africa since 2018 on 9 October. Five players from that 2018 tour remain in the squad, including Josh Hazlewood.
Why it mattersThis marks Australia's return to Test cricket in South Africa since the ball-tampering scandal. It carries weight in cricket diplomacy and team reputation.
AustraliaAustralian cricket fans will follow their team's return to a traditional rival, with domestic focus on squad selection and how the team performs under pressure in an unfamiliar environment.
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