West Indies national cricket team take on South Africa national cricket team in a crucial Super 8 encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
Both sides head into the contest brimming with confidence. West Indies sit atop Group 1 after a commanding 107-run win over Zimbabwe on February 23. South Africa, meanwhile, are placed second following their impressive 76-run victory over co-hosts India on February 22.
Head-to-Head Record
South Africa hold the upper hand in T20 World Cup history, having won four of their five matches against West Indies. The Caribbean side’s only victory over the Proteas in the tournament came back in 2016 in Nagpur.
Venue Factor
The match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium. South Africa are well acquainted with the conditions, having played four of their five matches at this venue during the tournament — although this will be their first afternoon game here.
West Indies, on the other hand, are yet to play a T20I at this ground in this edition, making it a fresh challenge.
Match Details
Date: Thursday, February 26
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Match Time: 3:00 PM IST
Toss Time: 2:30 PM IST
Live Telecast and Streaming Details
- TV Broadcast (India): Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar app and website
Full Squads
West Indies
Shai Hope (c), Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Quentin Sampson
South Africa
Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton
