WI vs SA Match 47 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI

WI vs SA, Match 47 ICC T20 World Cup 2026 prediction, match preview, head-to-head, pitch report, playing XI, players to watch, live streaming details, and cricket tips

WI vs SA Match 47 Prediction, ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Match Preview And Expected Playing XI (Image Source: Google)

WI vs SA, Match 47, Super 8, Cricket Tips: West Indies have been the dark horse in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, and they have outplayed all the opposition they have played so far. The two-time champions will take on South Africa in the next game. This contest will kick off at 3 PM IST on Thursday at Narendra Modi Stadium.

These two teams have not suffered a defeat and are one win away from making it to the semis. West Indies thrashed Zimbabwe by 107 runs and produced a complete all-round performance. South Africa, on the other hand, have been tremendous in all aspects. They ended India's winning streak in the ICC event. They didn't let India settle at any point and showed that India can be beaten as well.

WI vs SA: Match Details

• Date: February 26, 2026 (Thursday)
• Time: 3:00 PM IST
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

WI vs SA Live Streaming Details

Indian fans will be able to watch the WI vs SA clash on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website.

WI vs SA Head-to-Head in T20Is

• Total Matches: 29
• West Indies: 15
• South Africa: 14
• No-Result: 00

WI vs SA: Ground Pitch Report

The wicket in Ahmedabad has been pretty flat, and batters have found it good to score here. It has been a high-scoring venue, and bowlers will have to rely on the variations, like slower ones and cutters. The toss can play its part, as the team that bats second might feel the pressure.

WI vs SA Possible XIs

West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph

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

WI vs SA: Player to Watch Out For

Probable Best Batter

Shimron Hetmyer has been in incredible form, and he is the second-highest scorer in this tournament. For South Africa, Quinton de Kock will be key. He has an excellent record against West Indies, including two T20I centuries.

Probable Best Bowler

Gudakesh Motie is someone who can take wickets in the middle. He had a great last game as well. For South Africa, Marco Jansen has been exceptional with the new ball and is taking wickets in the powerplay.

Today Match Prediction: Both teams have done well this edition. But South Africa have played games at this venue this edition, but West Indies have not. Hence, we predict South Africa to beat West Indies in this game.

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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.