England tour of South Africa, 2026-27 · TEST MATCH
South Africa vs England 2nd Test Prediction
SA vs ENG · who will win, pitch report & odds
South Africa
45% win probability
Projected day-one total
261-305:265-309
England
55% win probability
- Wed, 23 Dec 2026Series window, not a confirmed XI date
- 19:30 IST
- SuperSport Park, Centurion
- FLAT / BATTERS
Quick answer
Quick answer
Powerplay247's model gives England a 55% chance and South Africa 45% in the SA vs ENG 2nd Test at SuperSport Park. Expect South Africa around 261-305 and England around 265-309 on a surface rated flat / batters. First ball: Wed, 23 Dec 2026, 19:30 IST.
- Favourite
- England (55%)
- Format
- TEST MATCH
- Pitch suits
- Batters
- Venue
- SuperSport Park
Match prediction
SA vs ENG 2nd Test: who will win?
Powerplay247's model leans England at 55% for this 2nd Test at SuperSport Park, Centurion. The toss and the flat / batters conditions will still move the live price, so treat 55% as a lean rather than a certainty.
Predicted winner
England
55% win probability
2nd Test · TEST MATCH
South Africa win
45%
England win
55%
SA projected
261-305
ENG projected
265-309
Pitch and conditions
SuperSport Park pitch report for SA vs ENG
SuperSport Park is rated flat / batters for this test match. Even bounce and good carry reward shot-making, so totals here usually finish above the format average.
Venue
SuperSport Park
Surface
FLAT / BATTERS
Best suited to
Batters
Day-one total
261-305 / 265-309
Toss call: The toss matters less than usual. The sharper angle is the runs line, not which side bats first.
Projected scoreline
South Africa vs England projected score by phase
How the day-one total is expected to build, phase by phase, on a flat / batters surface.
| Phase | South Africa | England |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | 84-98 | 89-107 |
| Session 2 | 96-110 | 90-104 |
| Session 3 | 81-97 | 86-98 |
| Day-one total | 261-305 | 265-309 |
Players to watch
Key players in South Africa vs England
The names most likely to move the batter, bowler and player-runs markets in this test match. Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.
South Africa
- KR80Impact
Kagiso Rabada
Hits a hard length
- MJ83Impact
Marco Jansen
Balances bat and ball
England
- HB88Impact
Harry Brook
Anchors the first innings
- RT85Impact
Reece Topley
Hits a hard length
Betting notes
How to bet on SA vs ENG 2nd Test
Four angles worth weighing before you place a bet on this fixture.
- 01
In a Test, the match moves session by session. Session-runs and next-wicket markets on South Africa vs England react faster than the overall result line.
- 02
Totals look like the best angle. With projections of 261-305 and 265-309, the runs lines, boundary counts and the second session markets carry more edge than the match winner.
- 03
Powerplay247 is an exchange, so you can back or lay every market on South Africa vs England. You can also trade out mid-match to lock in part of a profit.
- 04
The previous result is already in England's price. If you think the market has overreacted, the exchange lets you take the other side at 45%.
Match card
South Africa vs England match details
- Series
- England tour of South Africa, 2026-27
- Match
- 2nd Test (2 of 6)
- Date
- Wed, 23 Dec 2026
- Start
- 19:30 IST
- Venue
- SuperSport Park, Centurion
- Format
- TEST MATCH
- Series window
- Thu, 17 Dec 2026 - Fri, 15 Jan 2027
- Series format
- 3 Tests | 3 ODIs
Match preview
South Africa meet England in the 2nd Test of England tour of South Africa, 2026-27 at SuperSport Park, Centurion. As match 2 of 6 in England tour of South Africa, 2026-27, it follows on directly from the form of the last game. South Africa are at home, and home conditions are already built into the numbers. Our projection has South Africa scoring 261-305 and England 265-309, with England ahead at 55%. Treat that as a lean, not a lock: the toss and the first hour at SuperSport Park will move the live price on Powerplay247.
All fixturesNext on the calendar
More cricket fixtures
England tour of South Africa, 2026-27
3rd Test: South Africa vs England
Tue, 29 Dec 2026
England tour of South Africa, 2026-27
1st ODI: South Africa vs England
Sun, 03 Jan 2027
England tour of South Africa, 2026-27
2nd ODI: South Africa vs England
Sat, 09 Jan 2027
England tour of South Africa, 2026-27
3rd ODI: South Africa vs England
Fri, 15 Jan 2027
Read before you bet
Cricket betting guides
South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal on Powerplay247Sports insights · Play responsiblySouth Africa vs New Zealand semifinal on Powerplay247
Find the South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal on Powerplay247 and confirm the round before you bet. This guide explains the markets and predicts no score.
Read more
India vs South Africa on Powerplay247 todaySports insights · Play responsiblyIndia vs South Africa on Powerplay247 today
India vs South Africa on Powerplay247: confirm today's format and fixture, then choose match winner or live markets. This page doesn't predict who will win.
Read more
IPL, T20, ODI and Test cricket on Powerplay247Sports insights · Play responsiblyIPL, T20, ODI and Test cricket on Powerplay247
One Powerplay247 cricket ID covers IPL, other T20s, ODIs and Tests when listed. Markets change with each format, so no single 'always bet this' rule works.
Read moreFrequently asked questions
6 questions
SA vs ENG 2nd Test: who will win?
Powerplay247's model makes England favourites at 55%, with South Africa on 45%. That is based on team strength, venue history and a flat / batters pitch at SuperSport Park. It is a projection, not a guarantee, so check the live price before placing a bet.
What is the pitch report for SuperSport Park?
SuperSport Park, Centurion is rated flat / batters for this Test, which suits batters. That is why South Africa are projected at 261-305 and England at 265-309. The pitch usually moves the totals and the second session markets more than the match-winner price.
When and where is South Africa vs England?
The 2nd Test is scheduled for Wed, 23 Dec 2026, 19:30 IST at SuperSport Park, Centurion, as part of England tour of South Africa, 2026-27. Dates follow the series calendar and can change, so confirm with the board's official schedule on match day.
Can I bet on SA vs ENG in-play?
Yes. Powerplay247 keeps South Africa vs England open ball by ball, with back and lay prices on the match winner, sessions and player markets. The best in-play window is usually just after the second session.
What are the projected scores for SA vs ENG?
We project South Africa at 261-305 and England at 265-309 for the day-one total. The biggest phase is Session 2, where South Africa are expected to score 96-110 and England 90-104.
Who should bat first at SuperSport Park if they win the toss?
The toss matters less than usual. The sharper angle is the runs line, not which side bats first. On a flat / batters surface, the toss will move the the second session and totals markets more than the headline odds.
Still have a question? Our support team answers on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppPredictions, projected scores and win percentages on this page come from Powerplay247's own model, built from team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and live prices on the exchange are the only prices that settle. For adults of legal age only; set limits and play responsibly.