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South Africa vs England

England tour of South Africa, 2026-27

1st Test · The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

VS13:30ISTThu 17 Dec

Match: South Africa vs England, 1st Test
Series: England tour of South Africa, 2026-27
Date: 17 Dec 2026
Start: 13:30 IST · 08:00 GMT
Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

Venue guide

Capacity: 34,000
Opened: 1956
Ends: Corlett Drive End, Golf Course End
Home to: Gauteng, Transvaal
Floodlights: Yes

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