The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 reaches a high point today as India and South Africa face off in the Super 8 stage at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both teams are undefeated, finishing 4-0 in their groups. This match is being called a “Final before the Final,” renewing the excitement of their 2024 World Cup clash.
India vs South Africa Match Preview
Both teams enter the game on four-match winning streaks, but India may have a challenge dealing with spin, which has troubled them in this tournament so far. South Africa, meanwhile, will be cautious but also aware of what happened the last time these teams faced each other in Ahmedabad in December 2025.
South Africa has played three of their four group-stage matches at the Ahmedabad ground, including an exciting double Super Over win over Afghanistan. This familiarity with the pitch and conditions could give them an edge. India, on the other hand, comes into the contest after a narrow win against the Netherlands, so they will be looking to improve their performance on the same pitch. With both teams undefeated and in strong form, fans can expect an intense, closely fought match as the Super 8 stage kicks off in Ahmedabad.
India vs South Africa Weather Report
According to AccuWeather, Saturday will start with a morning temperature of 30°C, with hazy and hot conditions. By the afternoon, the temperature will rise to 36°C before dropping to 26°C in the evening. While it will remain slightly hazy during the day, the skies are expected to clear by match time. There is no chance of rain.
India vs South Africa Pitch Report
The pitch is flat and fast, ideal for batting, with scores above 170 common. Dew in the evening could make bowling difficult, so winning the toss will be important. Captains may prefer to bowl first and chase in easier conditions.
Probable Playing XIs
India: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy. Suryakumar Yadav has backed struggling opener Abhishek Sharma despite his recent poor form. Axar Patel may return, replacing Washington Sundar.
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi. South Africa is expected to field their main pace bowlers, resting some players from their previous game against the UAE.
IND vs SA Predicted Playing XIs
India probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, SuryaKumar Yadav (c), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy.
South Africa probable XI: Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi
IND vs SA Head-To-Head In T20Is
Total Matches: 35
India: 21
South Africa: 13
Tied: 0
No Result: 1
IND vs SA Squads
India Squad: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Rinku Singh.
South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton
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