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Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, Pitch Report, Weather Report for SA vs CAN- Match 9, T20 World Cup 2026



Ahmedabad to host SA vs CAN T20 WC match [Source: X]Ahmedabad to host SA vs CAN T20 WC match [Source: X]

On Monday, South Africa will kick off their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a riveting face-off against Canada. This clash marks the ninth group-stage fixture of the tournament and will take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. 

Led by Aiden Markram, South Africa recently suffered a disastrous series defeat against India. However, they followed it up with a convincing win over the West Indies in their backyard. Although the Proteas were swatted aside by India in their warm-up clash, they are the firm favourites to steamroll Canada, a team that is still searching for its identity in international cricket. 

Besides captain Aiden Markram, the likes of Marco Jansen, Ryan Rickelton and Kagiso Rabada will play crucial roles for the South African team. The eyes will also be on Quinton de Kock, who has amassed 143 runs, including a ton, in two T20Is at a strike rate of 226.98. 

Meanwhile, Canada's bowling unit will likely be led by Kaleem Sana, who possess vast experience in T20 cricket. On the other hand, Ravinderpal Singh, Nicholas Kirton and Navneet Dhaliwal are expected to emerge as Canada's go-to men with the bat. 

As the Proteas get ready to face Canada, we explain how the playing conditions at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will influence the outcome of this contest. 

Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report for SA vs CAN- Match 9, T20 World Cup 2026

Criterion
Details
Matches played8
Won by the team batting first5
Won by the team bowling first3
NR/Tied0/0
Average score batting 1st188.75
Average score batting 2nd158.37
Average run rate9.14
% of wickets by pacers74.71
% of wickets by spinners25.28

(Narendra Modi Stadium T20I records)

The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has hosted eight matches in the T20I format. While teams batting first have won five, the chasing sides have emerged victorious on three occasions. 

The average run rate at Narendra Modi Stadium reads 9.14, suggesting the pitch has mostly been batting-friendly. However, given that the ICC will supervise the pitch preparations, we shouldn't be surprised if a balanced track is dished out for the South Africa vs Canada encounter. 

Considering it's an evening game, the track might offer a hint of seam movement early on to the new-ball bowlers. However, as the game progresses, batters will likely dominate and score brisk runs, capitalising on the pace and bounce of the surface. 

The spinners might get some turn in the middle overs; however, it won't likely be prodigious. As a fresh pitch is likely to be used, the toss-winning team might opt to field first. 

Ahmedabad Weather Report for SA vs CAN- Match 9, T20 World Cup 2026

Criterion
Details
Temperature33°C
WindWNW 9 km/h
Probability of Precipitation0%
Cloud Cover0%

A clear weather is expected during South Africa's T20 World Cup match against Canada. The temperature in Ahmedabad will remain around 33 degrees Celsius, while the window will blow from West/North-West direction at 9km/hr. According to AccuWeather, the skies in Ahmedabad will likely remain clear, with rain staying away from the contest. 

Conclusion

A sporting deck and clear weather promises an enthralling clash on day three of the T20 World Cup. With South Africa aiming to get a winning start and Canada eyeing a surprise win, fans can expect a riveting face-off at Narendra Modi Stadium.