Test cricket · 3rd Test
Where to Watch South Africa vs Australia: TV Channels, Live Stream and First Ball Time
South Africa host Australia at Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town on Tuesday 27 October. Below is every broadcaster and official stream currently listed for this Test cricket match, country by country, plus the first ball time in your time zone.
The short answer
START
08:00 UTC
VENUE
Newlands Cricket Ground
Cape Town, South Africa
TV channels and streams by country
South Africa vs Australia in the Test cricket (3rd Test) starts at 08:00 UTC on Tuesday 27 October 2026, which is 04:00 EDT in New York, 08:00 GMT in London and 09:00 CET in central Europe. Our listings currently show 2 broadcasters across 1 territory for this match; every one of them is in the table above.
The match takes place at Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town, South Africa.
Can you watch it for free?
Yes, in some markets. The following listed broadcasters are free-to-air networks or their free players, so no subscription is needed where they operate:
- Fox Cricket (Australia)
Streaming options: Kayo Sports (Australia). Most of these are monthly, cancel-anytime subscriptions, and several offer a trial period for new customers.
We only name official rights holders. Using a VPN to get around a regional blackout usually breaks the terms of service of the platform you are paying for, so check the rules of your provider before travelling.
The teams
South Africa
Home side at Newlands Cricket Ground.
Australia
Away side.
Frequently asked
What time does South Africa vs Australia start?
08:00 UTC on Tuesday 27 October 2026, which is 04:00 EDT in New York, 08:00 GMT in London and 09:00 CET in central Europe.
What channel is South Africa vs Australia on in Australia?
In Australia the match is listed on Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports.
Is South Africa vs Australia on free TV?
Yes, where these free-to-air broadcasters operate: Fox Cricket (Australia).
Where is South Africa vs Australia being played?
At Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town, South Africa.
