WI vs SA Match Prediction, Super 8- Who Will Win Today? ICC T20 World Cup 2026

West Indies vs South Africa match prediction [Source: X]

West Indies and South Africa are all set to clash in their second Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2026. The WI vs SA match will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad and is scheduled to go live from 3 PM IST. 

Both teams have displayed solid form, winning all five of their matches so far in this World Cup. They began their Super 8 campaign with strong wins against prominent contenders and will now look to secure another victory to strengthen their chances of reaching the semi-finals. 

Currently, West Indies have a net run rate of 5.350, while South Africa boast a net run rate of 3.800. A defeat could deal a heavy blow to their net run rate and also open the door for the other two teams in Group 1, India and Zimbabwe, to revive their hopes. 

Hence, both teams will be eager to secure a win, setting up a high-octane and riveting clash in Ahmedabad that promises a tough battle for a place in the next round of the T20 World Cup 2026.

West Indies vs South Africa current form (last 5 matches)

WI vs SA: Key player battles

Aiden Markram vs Gudakesh Motie 

Markram has been in excellent touch with 352 runs at an average of 44 and a strong strike rate of 163.72 across 10 matches. Motie, a crafty left-arm spinner, has taken 13 wickets in 8 matches. This matchup could be crucial. Markram's aggressive play against spin will be tested by Motie's variations and wicket-taking threat, especially at Ahmedabad.

Aiden Markram vs Gudakesh Motie in T20Is: 12 runs; 7 balls; 0 dismissals

Quinton de Kock vs Matthew Forde

De Kock has smashed 333 runs in 9 matches at a strike rate of 165.67, proving he's an explosive opener in great rhythm. Forde, a pace option, has picked up 10 wickets in 8 matches with a tidy economy of 6.79, often striking early or in the death. 

De Kock's powerplay dominance could face Forde's disciplined lines and ability to swing the new ball or mix pace, making this a high-impact powerplay battle.

Quinton de Kock vs Matthew Forde in T20Is: 16 runs; 9 balls; 1 dismissal

Shimron Hetmyer vs Marco Jansen

Hetmyer has been the standout aggressor with 449 runs in 10 matches at a superb average of 56.13 and strike rate of 189.45, thriving in the middle-to-death overs. Jansen, a tall left-arm pacer, has claimed 13 wickets in 7 matches. 

Hetmyer's six-hitting prowess against Jansen's bounce, yorkers, and slower balls could decide momentum in the death overs, as Jansen looks to exploit any weakness against left-arm pace.

Shimron Hetmyer vs Marco Jansen in T20Is: 13 runs; 8 balls; 0 dismissals

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WI vs SA top performers

Most runs for WI vs SA

Brandon King (295), Johnson Charles (268)

Most wickets for WI vs SA

Gudakesh Motie (12), Akeal Hosein (10)

Most runs for SA vs WI

Quinton De Kock (642), Aiden Markram (425)

Most wickets for SA vs WI

Kagiso Rabada (13), Lungi Ngidi (10)

WI vs SA toss prediction

The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has produced competitive contests between bat and ball in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 so far. While the pitch has been good for stroke play, it has also offered enough assistance for bowlers who hit the right areas. 

The average first-innings score at the venue in this tournament has been around 191, indicating that teams have been able to post strong totals. Here, four out of five completed matches have been won by the team batting first, while chasing sides have struggled with consistency. 

Given the trend and the success rate of teams defending totals, the captain winning the toss is likely to bat first and look to put up a strong score on the board.

West Indies vs South Africa 1st innings score prediction

Powerplay: 60/1

Final score: 190

West Indies vs South Africa 2nd innings score prediction

Powerplay: 55/2

Final score: 155

WI vs SA top players prediction

WI's top players

Probable best batters

Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King

Probable best bowlers

Gudakesh Motie, Matthew Forde

SA’s top players

Probable best batters

Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock

Probable best bowlers

Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch

Who will hit the most sixes in the West Indies vs South Africa Match 47, Super 8?

Shimron Hetmyer

Who will hit the most fours in the West Indies vs South Africa Match 47, Super 8?

Aiden Markram

WI vs SA Match Winner Prediction: Who Will Win Match 47, Super 8?

In head-to-head encounters, both West Indies and South Africa have been dominant, with the former holding a slight edge with 15 wins from 29 matches. With both teams in peak form and on unbeaten streaks, they are expected to give each other a tough fight in Ahmedabad. 

However, with South Africa recently beating top teams like India and showing familiarity with the Ahmedabad pitch, the Proteas appear more likely to win the match against the West Indies.

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