WI vs SA Match Prediction - Who Will Win Match 47, Super 8 Group 1? | T20 World Cup 2026
Published - 25 Feb 2026, 06:00 PM
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A thrilling match is awaiting the cricket fans in Ahmedabad. A flurry of 4s and 6s can be easily expected when South Africa and the West Indies collide on February 26.
This article provides a detailed prediction for the West Indies vs South Africa T20 World Cup match for the Round of Eight. It also consists of the pitch report, key match statistics, and best probable performers, which also include probable playing XIs and match-winning probabilities.
WI vs SA Match Prediction: Who Will Win the 47th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details: West Indies vs South Africa, Round of Eight, T20 World Cup 2026.
Match: T20 World Cup 2026, Match Number 47
Date: Wednesday, February 26
Time: 3.00 PM IST
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
WI vs SA Head-to-Head Record:
According to ESPNcricinfo, West Indies and South Africa played together in 29 T20Is. West Indies managed to win 15, and South Africa 14.
WI vs SA Pitch Report & Conditions:
The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad often offers a batting-friendly wicket. In this match, a high-scoring contest is possible as both teams have multiple swashbuckling batters who can single-handedly change the colour of the game.
WI vs SA Weather Report:
According to weather predictions for now, there will be no chance of rain. A blue, sunny sky can be seen on February 26. During the match time, the temperature can be over 30 degrees Celsius.
WI vs SA T20 World Cup 2026 probable XIs:
West Indies Playing 11: Brandon King, Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, and Shamar Joseph.
South Africa playing 11: Quinton de Kock (w), Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj, and Kagiso Rabada.
Toss Impact:
The toss may not influence the result of the match, as the contest will be held under clear weather, during the afternoon, and probably on a batting-friendly deck.
Form and Fitness:
There is no confirmation about any injury or fitness-related issues either from the West Indian camp or from the South African camp.
WI vs SA score Prediction:
Both of the teams have some highly talented batters, and the pitch can be a batting-friendly surface. So a score over 200 is not impossible. A total of 210 will be challenging for the contest.
WI vs SA Players to Perform Prediction:
West Indies Key Players: Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein.
South Africa Key Players: Quinton de Kock (w), Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, David Miller, Marco Jansen, and Lungi Ngidi.
WI vs SA Best Batter Prediction:
West Indies: Shimron Hetmyer or Sherfane Rutherford.
South Africa: Quinton de Kock or Ryan Rickelton.
WI vs SA Best Bowler Prediction:
West Indies: Jason Holder or Akeal Hosein.
South Africa: Marco Jansen or Lungi Ngidi.
Conclusion: Who Will Win the WI vs SA T20 World Cup Match?
In most of the cases, the T20Is involving these two teams proved to be pure thrillers. In Ahmedabad, the same can happen again. The West Indies can win the match in the upcoming fixture, the stats suggest.
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