Australia and South Africa, two strong batting teams, face off in Rawalpindi on Tuesday for a spot in the Champions Trophy semifinals. Despite missing key bowlers, Australia impressed with their historic chase against England. South Africa's Ryan Rickleton is confident after his century against Afghanistan, while Kagiso Rabada leads their potent pace attack.
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