New Zealand and South Africa are set to face off on Saturday, February 14, in a crucial Group D fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad. With both sides winning their first two matches, the contest could play a decisive role in determining the group leaders.
South Africa might enjoy a slight advantage, having played both their previous games at the same venue and gained valuable insight into the pitch conditions. New Zealand’s opening pair will be tested by the pace duo of Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, while the Black Caps will rely on Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson to make early inroads into South Africa’s top order.
Although both teams are strong contenders to progress to the Super 8 stage, this high-stakes encounter could ultimately decide who tops Group D.
What is the schedule for New zealand vs South Africa game?
The T20 World Cup 2026 match between New zealand vs South Africa match will be played on Saturday , February 14, at the Eden Gardens Stadium, Kolkata. The match will start at 7:00 PM IST.
How to watch live broadcast of New zealand vs South Africa game?
The match between New zealand vs South Africa will be live on Star Sports Network.
How to watch live streaming of New zealand vs South Africa game?
The New zealand vs South Africa match will be live stream on JioHotStar.
What is the toss time for New zealand vs South Africa?
The toss for the New zealand vs South Africa match will take place at 6:30 PM IST.
Squads
NZ vs SA, T20 World Cup 2026 – Squads
South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Jason Smith and Tristan Stubbs
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Cole McConchie, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Kyle Jamieson, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert and Ish Sodhi
