New Zealand will take on South Africa in Match 24 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 on February 14 at 7:00 PM IST at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. This is one of the biggest clashes in Group D as both teams are unbeaten so far.
The winner of this match will move closer to qualification for the Super 8 stage, making it a high-pressure contest between two strong sides.
NZ vs SA Match Details
| Match | New Zealand vs South Africa, Match 24 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | February 14, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
NZ vs SA Match Preview
New Zealand Team Analysis
New Zealand have started their campaign strongly with wins over Afghanistan and UAE. Their batting unit has been in excellent form.
Tim Seifert has been the standout performer with back-to-back half-centuries, while Finn Allen smashed an unbeaten fifty in the last match. The middle order with Glenn Phillips and Daryl Mitchell adds stability and finishing power.
Their bowling attack, led by Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, and Lockie Ferguson, has also delivered at key moments.
Key Players:
Tim Seifert, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner
South Africa Team Analysis
South Africa also come into this match with two consecutive wins against Canada and Afghanistan. Their last match was a thrilling double Super Over victory, which will boost their confidence.
Their batting lineup is strong, featuring Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Dewald Brevis, and Tristan Stubbs. The middle order provides explosive finishing ability.
However, their bowling unit has looked slightly inconsistent, with only Lungi Ngidi showing good control in recent matches.
Key Players:
Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Wins |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | 7 |
| South Africa | 11 |
| No Result | 0 |
Last 5 Matches Form
| Team | Form |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | L, W, L, W, W |
| South Africa | W, W, L, W, W |
Weather Report
- Temperature: 25–27°C
- Humidity: 20–30%
- Rain: No chance of rain
Perfect conditions for a full match.
Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
- Pitch Type: Batting-friendly
- Assistance for: Spinners in middle overs
- Average 1st innings score: 171
- Chasing success: Low (31%)
Ground T20I Stats
| Record | Numbers |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 13 |
| Bat First Wins | 9 |
| Bat Second Wins | 4 |
| Highest Score | 234/4 |
| Lowest Score | 66 |
Teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first.
Predicted Playing XI
New Zealand
Tim Seifert (wk)
Finn Allen
Rachin Ravindra
Glenn Phillips
Mark Chapman
Daryl Mitchell
Mitchell Santner (c)
James Neesham
Matt Henry
Lockie Ferguson
Jacob Duffy
South Africa
Aiden Markram (c)
Quinton de Kock (wk)
Ryan Rickelton
Dewald Brevis
David Miller
Tristan Stubbs
Marco Jansen
George Linde
Kagiso Rabada
Keshav Maharaj
Lungi Ngidi
Dream11 Fantasy Team Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Small League Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Quinton de Kock
- Finn Allen
- Daryl Mitchell
- David Miller
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Grand League Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Aiden Markram
- Marco Jansen
- Tim Seifert
- Glenn Phillips
NZ vs SA Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Both teams are in strong form and have players who understand Indian conditions well. New Zealand’s top order has been very consistent, which gives them a solid foundation.
South Africa have a powerful middle order, but their bowling has been slightly expensive in recent matches. If the game goes down to consistency and discipline, New Zealand may have a slight edge.
Match Prediction: New Zealand are marginal favorites to win.
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | No injury updates |
| South Africa | No injury updates |
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