South Africa’s Squad and Matches for T20I World Cup 2026
South Africa heads into the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a strong combination of experienced international stars and exciting young talents prepared to compete at the highest level.
Captain: Aiden Markram
Vice Captain: Not announced
Coach: Shukri Conrad
South Africa Group Stage Match Schedule – T20 World Cup 2026
South Africa vs Canada
Date: 9 February 2026
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Time: 07:00 pm
South Africa vs Afghanistan
Date: 11 February 2026
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Time: 11:00 am
South Africa vs New Zealand
Date: 14 February 2026
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Time: 07:00 pm
South Africa vs United Arab Emirates
Date: 18 February 2026
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Time: 11:00 am
Squad: Aiden Markram (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock (wk), Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs (wk
1. Aiden Markram (Captain)
Strengths:
- Technically strong and dependable top-order batter
- Calm and tactically smart leader
- Useful part-time spin option
Weaknesses:
- Strike rate can slow under pressure
- Sometimes struggles against quality swing bowling
2. Corbin Bosch
Strengths:
- Seam-bowling all-rounder with strong domestic record
- Capable lower-order hitter
- Good fielding skills
Weaknesses:
- Limited international experience
- Needs consistency in T20 bowling control
3. Dewald Brevis
Strengths:
- Explosive young batting talent
- Wide range of innovative shots
- Strong power-hitting ability
Weaknesses:
- Inconsistency due to aggressive playing style
- Limited big-tournament experience
4. Quinton de Kock
Strengths:
- Match-winning wicketkeeper-opener
- Excellent attacking stroke play
- Vast T20 franchise and international experience
Weaknesses:
- Aggressive style can lead to early dismissals
- Form inconsistency at times
5. Marco Jansen
Strengths:
- Tall left-arm pace-bowling all-rounder
- Bounce and swing create wicket chances
- Handy lower-order hitter
Weaknesses:
- Can be expensive in death overs
- Batting consistency still developing
6. George Linde
Strengths:
- Useful spin-bowling all-rounder
- Economical left-arm spinner
- Reliable lower-order batting
Weaknesses:
- Limited impact against power hitters
- Struggles to maintain place in strong squad competition
7. Keshav Maharaj
Strengths:
- Accurate and economical left-arm spinner
- Experienced and tactically strong bowler
- Strong leadership qualities
Weaknesses:
- Limited batting ability in T20 format
- Less attacking compared to wrist spinners
8. Kwena Maphaka
Strengths:
- Exciting young fast-bowling prospect
- Good pace and aggression
- High wicket-taking potential
Weaknesses:
- Very limited international exposure
- Needs experience in pressure situations
9. David Miller
Strengths:
- World-class finisher
- Extremely dangerous in death overs
- Calm and experienced match-winner
Weaknesses:
- Can struggle if required to anchor innings early
- Performance can fluctuate with form
10. Lungi Ngidi
Strengths:
- Skilled seam bowler with good variations
- Effective in powerplay and middle overs
- Strong wicket-taking ability
Weaknesses:
- Injury and fitness concerns
- Can be inconsistent in line and length
11. Anrich Nortje
Strengths:
- Express pace and aggression
- Dangerous death-over bowler
- Natural wicket-taking ability
Weaknesses:
- Injury concerns
- Sometimes loses control under pressure
12. Kagiso Rabada
Strengths:
- World-class fast bowler
- Effective across all match phases
- Highly experienced and consistent performer
Weaknesses:
- Can concede runs while attacking for wickets
- Heavy workload affects rhythm occasionally
13. Ryan Rickelton
Strengths:
- Technically strong top-order wicketkeeper-batter
- Reliable run scorer
- Good domestic and franchise record
Weaknesses:
- Still establishing consistency at international level
- Needs to improve power-hitting in T20s
14. Jason Smith
Strengths:
- Emerging batting talent
- Strong domestic performances
- Athletic fielding presence
Weaknesses:
- Limited international exposure
- Needs experience in high-pressure games
15. Tristan Stubbs
Strengths:
- Explosive middle-order batting option
- Innovative stroke play and versatility
- Strong power-hitting potential
Weaknesses:
- Shot selection can be risky
- Limited ICC tournament experience