The top five run-scorers in the ODI series between Australia and South Africa include Ricky Ponting with 1879 runs from 48 matches at an average of 39.97, Jacques Kallis with 1639 runs from 47 matches at 36.42, Jonty Rhodes with 1610 runs from 55 matches at 40.25, Steve Waugh with 1581 runs from 47 matches at 42.72, and Hansie Cronje with 1364 runs from 39 matches at 47.03. In the upcoming series, South Africa will feature Dewald Brevis and Aiden Markram as players to watch, while Australia will focus on Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head. (Updated 18 Aug 2025, 15:42 IST; source: link)