On January 29, from 9:30 PM IST, fans will witness a fascinating 2nd T20I between West Indies and South Africa at the SuperSport Park in Centurion.
Get the best SA vs WI Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XIs and match insights for the 2nd T20I of West Indies tour of South Africa 2026. Expert analysis and more.
South Africa vs West Indies Match Preview:
South Africa will aim to extend their lead in the 3-match T20 series when they take on West Indies in the 2nd T20 match at the SuperSport Park, Centurion on Thursday, 29.th January 2026. After winning the first game, South Africa is currently leading the series 1-0.
In the first T20I at Boland Park, Paarl, West Indies scored 173/7 in 20 overs, with Shimron Hetmyer scoring 48, while George Linde led South Africa’s bowling with figures of 3/25. Chasing, South Africa reached 176/1 in 17.5 overs, with captain Aiden Markram making 86 not out, supported by Luan-Dre Pretorius (44) and Ryan Rickelton (40*), to seal a comfortable 9-wicket win with 13 balls to spare.
Furthermore, after this convincing win, South Africa will look to maintain the momentum and win the series early, while West Indies will be determined to bounce back and level the contest. As a result, the second game promises to be an intense competition as both sides adjust strategies.
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South Africa vs West Indies head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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South Africa |
46 |
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west indies |
16 |
South Africa vs West Indies weather and pitch report:
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temperature |
29°C |
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weather forecast |
scattered clouds |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
180 |
Records of chasing teams:
South Africa vs West Indies Playing 11 (Expected):
South Africa playing 11:
1) Luan-Dre Pretorius
2) Aiden Markram ©
3) Ryan Rickelton (wicketkeeper)
4) Dewald Brevis
5) Rubin Harman
6) Jason Smith
7) George Linde
8) Corbin Bosch
9) Kagiso Rabada
10) Keshav Maharaj
11) Kwena Mafaka
West Indies playing 11: :
1) Brandon King
2) Johnson Charles (Wicketkeeper)
3) Shimron Hetmyer
4) Rovman Powell
5) Sherfane Rutherford
6) Roston Chase ©
7) Romario Shepherd
8) Jason Holder
9) Matthew Forde
10) Akil Hossein
11) Jayden Seals
Hot Picks for South Africa vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Aiden Markram – Leading South Africa with tactical clarity, he displayed confident stroke play and strong innings management, scoring an impressive 86 in the last match. |
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Ryan Rickelton – A left-handed wicketkeeper-batsman for South Africa, he contributed a solid 40 runs in the last match through composed stroke play and steady top-order control. |
Raises up:
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George Linde – Operating for South Africa as a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner, he delivered a strong bowling performance in the last match, taking 3 wickets and applying sustained pressure through disciplined lengths and variations. |
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Shimron Hetmyer – A left-handed batsman for West Indies, he contributed 48 runs in the last match, combining controlled power with steady middle-order pace. |
Budget Selection:
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Jason Holder – Representing West Indies as a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler, he provides high-value all-round balance through lower-order hitting and disciplined seam bowling. |
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Kagiso Rabada – Right-arm fast bowler for South Africa, he leads the attack with pace, sharp bounce and a consistent wicket-taking threat across all formats. |
South Africa vs West Indies West Indies tour of South Africa 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton |
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vice captain |
Shimron Hetmyer and George Linde |
South Africa vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Ryan Rickelton, Luan-Dre Pretorius
- Batsmen – Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King, Dewald Brewis
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram©, Corbin Bosch, George Linde (Vice-Captain), Roston Chase, Matthew Forde
- Bowler-Keshav Maharaj
South Africa vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Ryan Rickelton©, Luan-Dre Pretorius
- Batsmen – Shimron Hetmyer (Vice Captain), Brandon King
- Allrounder – Jason Holder, Aiden Markram, Corbin Bosch, George Linde, Matthew Forde
- Bowlers- Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada
South Africa vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I West Indies tour of South Africa 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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quena mafaka |
7.5 credits |
No |
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Shamar Joseph |
8.0 credit |
dnp |
South Africa vs West Indies Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I West Indies tour of South Africa 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
aiden markram |
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gl captaincy option |
Ryan Rickelton |
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choice of punt |
Jason Holder and Kagiso Rabada |
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dream11 combination |
2-3-5-1 |
South Africa vs West Indies Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination and the current form of the team, South Africa is expected to win this match.
