SA vs WI Head to Head Records- 3rd T20I, West Indies tour of South Africa 2026

South Africa vs West Indies [Source: AFP]

South Africa are ready to host West Indies in the third and final match of the three-match T20I series. The SA vs WI 3rd T20I game will be played at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday, January 31. 

Although South Africa have already secured the series, this match is still important for both teams as they prepare for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Therefore, both sides will be keen to test combinations and improve their overall performance.

South Africa, led by Aiden Markram, have been impressive throughout the series. In the first T20I, they comfortably chased a target of 174 runs in just 17.5 overs at Boland Park, Paarl. Then, they raised the bar even higher in the second match at SuperSport Park, Centurion. 

Thanks to Quinton de Kock’s brilliant century, the Proteas chased down a huge 222-run target with ease.

On the other hand, West Indies have shown promise with the bat and performed better in the last game. However, their bowling has been a major concern in both matches. As a result, they will need stronger plans and better execution if they hope to finish the series on a positive note.

On that note, let’s have a look at the South Africa and West Indies's head-to-head record in T20Is.

SA vs WI Head to Head Records (Overall)

SA vs WI head to head record in T20Is

South Africa vs West Indies Highest Team Total In T20Is

South Africa hold the record for the highest team total in T20I matches against West Indies. They chased a huge target of 259 runs in Centurion during the second T20I of the 2023 series. 

South Africa vs West Indies Lowest Team Total in T20Is

The lowest team score in South Africa vs West Indies T20I matches came from West Indies. They managed only 119 runs for 7 wickets in North Sound in May 2010. West Indies could not chase the target of 121 and lost the match.

South Africa vs West Indies Highest Individual Score in T20Is

Faf du Plessis holds the record for the highest individual score in South Africa vs West Indies T20Is. He smashed 119 runs off just 56 balls, hitting 11 fours and 5 sixes in Johannesburg during the second T20I in 2015.

South Africa vs West Indies Best Bowling Figures in T20Is

Ryan McLaren has the best bowling figures in South Africa vs West Indies T20I matches. He took 5 wickets for just 19 runs in 3.5 overs during the 2010 series. 

Most runs in South Africa vs West Indies T20Is

South Africa opener Reeza Hendricks has scored the most runs in T20I matches between these two teams. He has made 527 runs in 17 innings against West Indies, scoring at a quick rate and hitting three half-centuries.

Most wickets in South Africa vs West Indies T20Is

Former West Indies captain Dwayne Bravo has taken the most wickets in T20Is against South Africa. He picked up 15 wickets in 15 matches.

Top Run Scorer of the last SA vs WI T20I series

Tristan Stubbs scored the most runs in the last South Africa vs West Indies T20I series. He made 144 runs in three matches and scored at a very fast pace.

Top Wicket Taker of the last SA vs WI T20I series

Romario Shepherd was the highest wicket-taker in the same series played in 2024. He picked up six wickets across three matches. 

SA vs WI T20I form (Last 5 T20Is)

Conclusion

In conclusion, South Africa appear to have the advantage going into this T20I match. Even though the head-to-head record is evenly balanced at 14 wins each, current form and home conditions favour South Africa. 

On the other hand, West Indies do have some players in good form, but their bowling has been inconsistent, and they will be eager to recover after their last defeat.