The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eights stage will witness a high-profile clash between West Indies and South Africa, with the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, serving as the venue on Thursday, February 26.
Read The Betting Professionals’ preview and analysis for the Super 8 Match of T20 World Cup 2026 between West Indies vs South Africa, including best cricket betting sites and predictions.
West Indies vs South Africa (WI vs SA) Match Details, Super 8 - T20 World Cup 2026
Series | T20 World Cup 2026 |
Series Match No | 47th Match (Super 8) |
Format | T20I |
Match Date | 26th Feb 2026 |
Match Time | `03:00 PM IST |
Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
West Indies vs South Africa (WI vs SA) Match Preview, Super 8 - T20 World Cup 2026
West Indies (WI) Preview
West Indies remain unbeaten after five commanding performances, establishing themselves as serious title contenders. Their emphatic win over Zimbabwe pushed their net run rate to an imposing +5.350, strengthening their qualification prospects. Maintaining composure, especially against South Africa, could secure their place in the semifinals.
West Indies Predicted XI
Brandon King, Shai Hope (captain & wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph
South Africa (SA) Preview
South Africa have also been in strong form, winning all of their matches so far. This sets up a big clash between two unbeaten teams. One advantage for the Proteas is their experience in Ahmedabad, as they have played four of their five games at the Narendra Modi Stadium and are familiar with the conditions.
South Africa Predicted XI
Aiden Markram (captain), Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
West Indies vs South Africa (WI vs SA) Head to Head in T20Is
West Indies and South Africa have faced each other 29 times in T20 internationals, with West Indies holding a slight edge with 15 wins, while South Africa have secured 14 victories.
West Indies vs South Africa (WI vs SA) Pitch Report, Super 8 - T20 World Cup 2026
The Narendra Modi Stadium has seen five games in T20 World Cup 2026, and honestly, every single one of them has been a run-machine! So don't be surprised if West Indies and South Africa put on a real batting show — both teams are absolutely stacked with big hitters. The pitch might be a bit tricky at first, but it'll ease up nicely once the game gets going.
West Indies vs South Africa (WI vs SA) Betting Odds
For the Super Eight match of the T20 World Cup 2026, bookmakers see South Africa as the favourites. 1xBet has given them odds of 1.44 to win. West Indies are the underdogs for this game. They are priced at 2.88 for victory.
West Indies vs South Africa Match Prediction and Win Probability
West Indies are a strong team, but the same was said about India — and they were comfortably defeated by the Proteas.
Given that performance, it is difficult to look past Aiden Markram’s side. We expect them to take a big step toward the semi-finals, although the contest is likely to be closely fought.
Our Prediction: South Africa to win this match.
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