Cricket lovers are waiting for an exciting match in Ahmedabad. When South Africa and West Indies clash on 26th February, a flurry of 4 and 6 can be easily expected.
This article provides a detailed prediction for the West Indies vs South Africa T20 World Cup match for the eighth round. It also includes pitch reports, key match statistics and best performing players, including probable playing XI and match winning probabilities.
WI vs SA Match Prediction: Who will win the 47th match of ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details: West Indies vs South Africa, Round 8, T20 World Cup 2026.
Match: T20 World Cup 2026, Match No. 47
Date: Wednesday, February 26
Time: 3.00 PM IST
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Live telecast: Star Sports Network
West Indies vs South Africa head-to-head record:
According to ESPNcricinfo, West Indies and South Africa have played 29 T20 matches together. West Indies was successful in winning 15 and South Africa 14.
WI vs SA Pitch Report and Conditions:
The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad often provides batting-friendly wickets. A high scoring contest is possible in this match as both the teams have many brilliant batsmen who can single-handedly change the complexion of the game.
West Indies vs South Africa Weather Report:
According to the weather forecast at present, there will be no possibility of rain. Blue, sunny skies can be seen on February 26. The temperature during the match can exceed 30 degrees Celsius.
West Indies vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2026 Probable XI:
West Indies’ playing 11: Brandon King, Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Moti and Shamar Joseph.
South Africa’s playing 11: Quinton de Kock (w), Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brewis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Johnson, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada.
Toss Effect:
The toss may not affect the outcome of the match, as the contest will be held in clear weather, during the afternoon and possibly on batting-friendly decks.
Form and Fitness:
There has been no confirmation from the West Indies or South African camp about any injury or fitness related issues.
West Indies vs South Africa Score Prediction:
Both teams have some extremely talented batsmen and the pitch could be batting friendly. So a score of more than 200 is not impossible. There will be a total of 210 challenges for the competition.
West Indies vs South Africa players performance predictions:
Key players of West Indies: Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein.
South Africa’s key players: Quinton de Kock (w), Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, David Miller, Marco Johnson and Lungi Ngidi.
Best Batsman Prediction for West Indies vs South Africa:
West Indies: Shimron Hetmyer or Sherfane Rutherford.
South Africa: Quinton de Kock or Ryan Rickelton.
Best Bowler Prediction for West Indies vs South Africa:
West Indies: Jason Holder or Akeal Hosein.
South Africa: Marco Jansen or Lungi Ngidi.
Conclusion: Who will win West Indies vs South Africa T20 World Cup match?
In most cases, the T20Is involving these two teams proved to be pure thrills. Same thing can happen again in Ahmedabad. Statistics show that West Indies can win the match in the upcoming match.
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