The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 continues with a fascinating Group D encounter as South Africa take on Canada in Match 9 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Monday, February 9.
Last edition’s runners-up South Africa will be eager to start their campaign on a winning note after their heartbreaking loss to India in the 2024 final. However, the Proteas have struggled for consistency, winning only 12 of their last 32 matches since that defeat.
Led by captain Aiden Markram, South Africa will rely on big-match players like Quinton de Kock, David Miller, Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj to reverse their recent form.
Canada, meanwhile, enter their second consecutive T20 World Cup with a new captain Dilpreet Bajwa. Despite limited match practice, Canada have looked solid through qualification and will aim to make a strong impression against one of the tournament favourites.
South Africa vs Canada Match Details (SA vs CAN)
- Match: South Africa vs Canada, Match 9 – Group D
- Date: Monday, February 9, 2026
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Start Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Toss Time: 6:30 PM IST
SA vs CAN Match Preview
South Africa come into the tournament with the confidence of ending their ICC trophy drought by winning the World Test Championship last year. But in the shortest format, their results have been mixed.
The inclusion of Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs adds depth after injuries to Tony de Zorzi and Donovan Ferreira.
Canada, on the other hand, have been unbeaten in qualifiers and will depend on experienced names like Saad Bin Zafar, Navneet Dhaliwal and Nicholas Kirton to challenge the Proteas.
With both sides aiming for a strong start, this match could provide an exciting contest in Ahmedabad.
Predicted Playing XI
South Africa (Probable XI)
Quinton de Kock (wk), Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs/Jason Smith, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi
Canada (Probable XI)
Dilpreet Bajwa (c), Yuvraj Samra, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Shreyas Movva, Kanwarpal Tathgur (wk), Jaskaran Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Dilon Heyliger, Kaleem Sanaz
Full Squads
Canada Squad
Dilpreet Bajwa (c), Ajayveer Hundal, Ansh Patel, Dilon Heyliger, Harsh Thaker, Jaskarandeep Singh, Kaleem Sana, Kanwarpal Tathgur, Navneet Dhaliwal, Nicholas Kirton, Ravinderpal Singh, Saad Bin Zafar, Shivam Sharma, Shreyas Movva, Yuvraj Samra.
South Africa Squad
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, Tristan Stubbs.
South Africa vs Canada Live Streaming and Telecast Details
When is South Africa vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match no 9 going to take place?
The South Africa vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match no 9 will take place on Monday, February 9.
Where is South Africa vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match no 9 going to take place?
The match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
What time will South Africa vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match no 9 start?
The match will begin at 7:00 PM IST. The toss will take place at 6:30 PM IST.
Where can I watch South Africa vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match no 9 LIVE on TV in India?
The match will be available LIVE on TV on the Star Sports Network in India.
How can I watch livestreaming of South Africa vs Canada ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match no 9 in India?
The match will be available for livestreaming on the JioHotstar app and website in India.
FAQs – SA vs CAN Live Streaming
1. Where can I watch South Africa vs Canada live in India?
Fans can watch the match live on Star Sports Network and stream it online on JioHotstar.
2. What time does the SA vs CAN match start?
The match starts at 7:00 PM IST on Monday, February 9, 2026.
3. What is the toss time for South Africa vs Canada?
The toss will take place at 6:30 PM IST.
4. Where is the South Africa vs Canada match being played?
The match will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
5. Is SA vs CAN live streaming available for free?
No, streaming is available on JioHotstar with a subscription.
