SA vs ZIM Match 51 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI

SA vs ZIM, Match 51 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 prediction, match preview, head-to-head, pitch report, playing XI, players to watch, live streaming details, and cricket tips

SA vs ZIM Match 51 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI (Image Source: Google)

SA vs ZIM, Match 51, Super 8, Cricket Tips: The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is just a couple of games away from the semifinals. South Africa have been undefeated in this tournament, and they have a chance to head into the knockout without losing a game. The Proteas will take on Zimbabwe on Sunday. The live action begins at 3 PM IST at Arun Jaitley Stadium.

South Africa have been the best side of the tournament so far. They have beaten the top favorites India in a one-sided game. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, have been struggling on Indian pitches. They have conceded 250+ totals in both Super 8 games. So, South Africa will be looking to prepare for the tough games ahead.

SA vs ZIM: Match Details

• Date: March 01, 2026 (Sunday)
• Time: 3:00 PM IST
• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

SA vs ZIM Live Streaming Details

The SA vs ZIM game will be live from the Star Sports networks on the cable TV networks. Fans can watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website.

SA vs ZIM Head-to-Head in T20Is

• Total Matches: 08
• South Africa: 07
• Zimbabwe: 00
• No-Result: 01

SA vs ZIM: Ground Pitch Report

Arun Jaitley Stadium has been one of the best batting wickets in India. This wicket has good bounce, and boundaries are shorter here. Generally, this venue is good for six-hitting, and it is a high-scoring venue. The outfield here is pretty quick, making it tough for the bowling sides.

SA vs ZIM Possible XIs

South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi

Zimbabwe: T. Marumani (wk), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Brad Evans, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tinotenda Maposa, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

SA vs ZIM: Player to Watch Out For

Probable Best Batter

Aiden Markram is in the form of his life and is among the top scorers in the tournament. So, his form will be crucial for South Africa. Brian Bennett has been scoring runs in almost every game and is coming off an unbeaten 97 in the previous match.

Probable Best Bowler

Lungi Ngidi has mastered the art of slower ones or cutters, and he has troubled every batter in this tournament. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani is the key, because he will get good bounce from the wicket.

Today Match Prediction: South Africa are too good for Zimbabwe at this moment. Considering all the aspects, we predict South Africa to win this game in Delhi.

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Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.