A repeat of the 2024 final. Two unbeaten giants. And a packed house in Ahmedabad.
India and South Africa collide in what promises to be the marquee contest of the Super 8 stage at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, February 22.
Both teams topped their respective groups with four wins in four matches. India stormed through Group A with the tournament’s best net run rate (+2.500), including a commanding victory over Pakistan. South Africa were equally ruthless in Group D, finishing unbeaten with an NRR of +1.943.
This isn’t just another Super 8 fixture. It’s a statement game.
India want to extend their dominance at home. South Africa want to shed their “big match” tag and prove they can outplay the tournament favourites when it matters most.
IND vs SA Match Details
- Match: India vs South Africa, Super 8
- Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium
- Start Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Toss Time: 6:30 PM IST
Points Table Snapshot
| Team | Matches | Wins | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 4 | 4 | 8 | +2.500 |
| South Africa | 4 | 4 | 8 | +1.943 |
Both sides are unbeaten — but only one can carry that momentum forward.
IND vs SA Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
Ahmedabad is known for its true bounce and fast outfield under lights. Evening games here often favour chasing sides, with dew playing a crucial role.
Recent matches suggest:
- Powerplay wickets are key.
- Spinners get assistance in the middle overs.
- 180+ is a par score on a good batting night.
India are familiar with these conditions. South Africa, however, have already played three group games here — including a double Super Over thriller against Afghanistan — giving them valuable experience.
Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
| Matches | India Won | South Africa Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 21 | 13 | 1 |
India hold the historical edge, though South Africa defeated them by 51 runs in December 2025 — a result that still lingers.
Recent Form
India
- Beat Netherlands by 17 runs
- Beat Pakistan by 61 runs
- Beat Namibia by 93 runs
- Beat USA by 29 runs
South Africa
- Beat UAE by 6 wickets
- Beat Afghanistan (Super Over)
- Beat Canada by 57 runs
- Beat New Zealand comfortably
Key Players To Watch
India
- Suryakumar Yadav – 409 runs in last 10 matches, strike rate 164+.
- Ishan Kishan – Explosive Powerplay enforcer.
- Varun Chakravarthy – 17 wickets in last 8 matches.
- Jasprit Bumrah – Big-game specialist.
South Africa
- Quinton de Kock – 417 runs in last 9 innings.
- Aiden Markram – Calm leader with consistency.
- Kagiso Rabada – Early breakthroughs crucial.
- Marco Jansen – Bounce + swing combo threat.
Probable 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, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje
IND vs SA Live Streaming Details
Where to watch in India?
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app & website
Where to watch internationally?
- UK & Ireland: Sky Sports
- Australia: Prime Video
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- Pakistan: PTV, Myco (Streaming: Tamasha, ARY Zapp, Tapmad)
- MENA Region: CricLife Max (Streaming: StarzPlay)
- Caribbean: ESPN
- Global Streaming: ICC.tv
Tactical Battle
- India must counter South Africa’s early pace burst.
- South Africa need to disrupt India’s spin rhythm in middle overs.
- Dew factor could tilt the match toward the chasing team.
- Death bowling discipline may decide the contest.
Match Prediction
On paper, India hold a slight edge — home conditions, crowd support and batting depth.
But South Africa have the pace arsenal and the recent head-to-head confidence to push this into a last-over thriller.
Expect fireworks.
When will the India vs South Africa T20 World Cup 2026 match take place?
The match will be played on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
Where will the IND vs SA Super 8 match be played?
The match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
What time will the IND vs SA match start?
The match will begin at 7:00 PM IST.
What time will the toss take place?
The toss will be held at 6:30 PM IST.
Where to watch India vs South Africa live telecast in India?
The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network.
Where to watch India vs South Africa live streaming?
Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website.
What is the head-to-head record between India and South Africa in T20Is?
India lead 21-13 in 35 T20Is, with one match ending in no result.
