West Indies will face South Africa in Match 47 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both teams are unbeaten in the tournament so far, and the winner of this match will move one step closer to the semifinals.
West Indies are coming into this game after a massive win over Zimbabwe, while South Africa recently defeated defending champions India. With both teams in top form, this promises to be a high-intensity contest.
WI vs SA Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | West Indies vs South Africa – Match 47, Super 8 |
| Date | February 26, 2026 |
| Time | 3:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
Match Preview
West Indies
West Indies have been one of the most dominant teams in the tournament. Their batting unit is in explosive form, with Shimron Hetmyer leading the charge after his match-winning knock in the previous game.
Their bowling has also improved significantly, especially in the powerplay, where they have picked up early wickets consistently.
Key Strengths
- Powerful middle-order batting
- Excellent powerplay bowling
- Strong momentum and high net run rate
Key Concerns
- Dependence on middle-order finishers
- Pressure in high-scoring chases
South Africa
South Africa have been clinical in all departments and recently registered a big win against India. Their batting lineup has depth, with players like David Miller, Dewald Brevis, and Tristan Stubbs capable of finishing games.
Their bowling attack, led by Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, and Keshav Maharaj, has been one of the most consistent in the tournament.
Key Strengths
- Balanced batting lineup
- Strong pace attack with quality spin support
- Experience of playing at the Ahmedabad venue
Key Concerns
- Over-reliance on middle-order recovery when top order fails
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| West Indies | 15 |
| South Africa | 14 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| West Indies | W, W, W, W, W |
| South Africa | W, W, W, W, W |
Weather & Pitch Report – Ahmedabad
Weather
- Temperature: 32–34°C
- Humidity: 15–25%
- Rain Chance: 0%
Pitch Report
- Batting-friendly surface
- Spinners may get help in middle overs
- Average first innings score around 170–180
- Teams batting first have a strong record (31% chasing success)
Narendra Modi Stadium T20I Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 16 |
| Bat First Wins | 11 |
| Bat Second Wins | 5 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 174 |
| Highest Score | 234/4 |
| Lowest Score | 66 |
Predicted Playing XI
West Indies
- Brandon King
- Shai Hope (c & wk)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Rovman Powell
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Romario Shepherd
- Jason Holder
- Matthew Forde
- Akeal Hosein
- Gudakesh Motie
- Shamar Joseph
South Africa
- Aiden Markram (c)
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Ryan Rickelton
- Dewald Brevis
- David Miller
- Tristan Stubbs
- Marco Jansen
- Corbin Bosch
- Kagiso Rabada
- Keshav Maharaj
- Lungi Ngidi
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Quinton de Kock
- Shai Hope
- Ryan Rickelton
- Jason Holder
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Aiden Markram
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Marco Jansen
- Sherfane Rutherford
WI vs SA Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
West Indies have been outstanding with both bat and ball, especially their aggressive batting and effective powerplay bowling. Their confidence is high after recent big wins.
However, South Africa have shown excellent balance and adaptability. Their bowling attack is one of the best in the tournament, and they also have the advantage of playing multiple matches at this venue.
Considering their consistency and experience in these conditions, South Africa have a slight edge in this contest.
Predicted Winner: South Africa
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| West Indies | No injury updates |
| South Africa | No injury updates |
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