Match Details
Match: West Indies vs South Africa – 47th Match, Super 8 Group 1
Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2026
Time: 3:00 PM Local / 9:30 AM GMT
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
Live Streaming: JioHotstar / ICC.tv
Probable Playing XI
West Indies Probable XI:
Shai Hope (c), Brandon King (wk), Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford
South Africa Probable XI:
Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Corbin Bosch, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton
(Final XI confirmed at toss)
Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium surface in Ahmedabad typically favours batters but offers value to bowlers under lights. The venue has seen high-scoring games, and totals above 170+ are often competitive. Good bounce and even pace allow strokeplay early, while variations from spinners in middle overs can create opportunities.
Weather Report
Ahmedabad in late February is generally hot and dry with clear skies expected. Temperatures during the match are likely to be near 30–33 °C with minimal rain risk, ensuring a full game. Dew later in the evening could assist chasing teams under lights.
Key Players to Watch
West Indies:
- Shai Hope – Top-order run scorer
- Shimron Hetmyer – Power-hitting threat
- Shamar Joseph – Strike bowler with pace
South Africa:
- Aiden Markram – Captain and run-getter
- Quinton de Kock – Consistent opener
- Marco Jansen – Impact bowler
Match Prediction
South Africa’s all-round balance and experienced batting lineup give them a slight edge on paper, especially with their strong recent form in the Super 8 stage. However, West Indies’ firepower and home crowd support make this a compelling and evenly matched contest.
Expect a high-octane Super 8 battle, where powerplay performance and control in the middle overs could decide the winner.