Rain Delays Toss in Australia-South Africa Champions Trophy Match

The toss for the Champions Trophy match between Australia and South Africa in Rawalpindi has been delayed due to ongoing rain, with weather forecasts predicting further rain throughout the day. Both teams are coming off strong victories in their opening matches; Australia achieved a record chase of 352 against England, while South Africa won decisively against Afghanistan by 107 runs. South African captain Temba Bavuma remains cautious about the Australian side despite their absence of key bowlers, emphasizing that any Australian team in an ICC event is formidable. Wicketkeeper Alex Carey believes Australia may need to score at least 400 runs if they bat first, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the pitch. The outcome of this match is crucial for both teams' hopes of advancing to the semi-finals, especially considering that New Zealand and India have already qualified. If the match is completely washed out, it could benefit England's chances in the group.