SA vs WI Match Preview

South Africa will face the West Indies in the second T20 match of the West Indies 2026 tour of South Africa on Thursday, January 29, at SuperSport Park in Centurion. South Africa easily defeated the West Indies in the first match thanks to their explosive batting, and they will look to win the series in this match. On the flip side, the West Indies have been performing poorly for a while now, and only excellent results can save them from a defeat in this match.

SA vs WI Match Details

South Africa vs West Indies – 2nd T20I Match, West Indies of South Africa tour 2025

Venue: SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium, Centurion 

Date & Time: 29th November 2025 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SA vs WI Venue Stats 

SA vs WI Pitch Report

The pitch has always favoured fast bowlers. The average first innings score at the stadium is 187 runs, and any team batting first on this wicket will be satisfied with a score of around 210 runs.

SA vs WI Weather Report

The sky over Paarl is expected to be clear. The climate will be moist, making batting difficult.

SA vs WI Last Five Matches

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SA vs WI Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Matthew Forde, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Jayden Seales, Akeal Hosein 

South Africa Probable Playing XIs

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka

Topmost Picks for SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa

• Aiden Markram – Aiden Markram was in excellent form with the bat during the just-concluded SA20 tournament, and he carried that into the world stage. He smashed an unbeaten 86 off 47 balls in the first T20I, smashing nine fours and three sixes.
• Anrich Nortje – Anrich Nortje had a great SA20 campaign, finishing second in wickets. He took 18 wickets in 11 matches at 15.78.

Top Picks – West Indies

• Shimron Hetmyer – Shimron Hetmyer is the West Indies' leading run scorer in the T20I Series with 48 runs.
• Roston Chase – Roston Chase is the West Indies' top wicket-taker in the T20I Series, with one scalp under his belt.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA vs WI Dream11 Team:

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram(C), Brandon King(VC), Shimron Hetmyer, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Jason Holder, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Keshav Maharaj

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aiden Markram, Johnson Charles

Vice-captain – Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King

Wicketkeeper – Ryan Rickelton

SA vs WI Probable Winners:

South Africa has consistently performed well and poses a significant threat for any team in their own environment. South Africa prevailed in the first match and is hoping to take this one as well to complete the three-match series. As a result, the hosts are the clear favourites to win this game. Meanwhile, the West Indies did not perform particularly well, but they have a strong batting line that might turn out to be the ideal team for this venue. With a strong batting lineup, they've got the ability to defeat South Africa. Additionally, if the West Indies improve their bowling, they may win this match. Considering the team combination, South Africa is expected to win this match.

SA vs WI FAQ

SA vs WI Match Preview

We are in the first match of a three-match series. South Africa will look to take an early lead against the West Indies. The South Africans lost their last series against India and are hoping to improve at home. The West Indies will also try to recoup their series loss to Afghanistan. As both squads prepare for the coming T20 World Cup, we anticipate a close match. The West Indies prevailed over South Africa in the recent series. They have won six of the last 7 matches between these two teams. They've done well in the past year and have a solid batting lineup.

SA vs WI Match Details

South Africa vs West Indies – 1st T20I Match, West Indies of South Africa tour 2025

Venue: Eurolux Boland Park, Paarl 

Date & Time: 27th November 2025 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

SA vs WI Venue Stats 

SA vs WI Pitch Report

The pitch has always favoured fast bowlers. The average first innings score at the stadium is 187 runs, and any team batting first on this wicket will be satisfied with a score of around 210 runs.

SA vs WI Weather Report

The sky over Paarl is expected to be clear. The climate will be moist, making batting difficult.

SA vs WI Last Five Matches

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: WPL 2026: RCB-W vs MI-W Dream11 Prediction 16th Match

SA vs WI Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Brandon King (c), Shai Hope (wk), Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Gudakesh Motie, Khary Pierre, Ramon Simmonds 

South Africa Probable Playing XIs

Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Corbin Bosch

Topmost Picks for SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa

• Dewald Brevis – Dewald Brevis is in peak physical condition. He did exceptionally well in the recently completed SA20 tournament. He is expected to score many runs in the upcoming matches.
• Keshav Maharaj – Keshav Maharaj is a genuine wicket-taker who has a knack for providing breaks when the cards are down.

Top Picks – West Indies

• Shai Hope – He has had valuable experience playing on South African pitches in the SA20 tournament. Shai Hope is the only real hope the West Indies have of competing with the hosts.
• Gudakesh Motie – Gudakesh Motie bowls tight lines and does not allow batters to get away with easy deliveries. Motie is expected to take wickets in the upcoming matches.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SA vs WI Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Ryan Rickelton, Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Dewald Brevis, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder(VC), Romario Shepherd, Aiden Markram(C), Dewald Brevis, Anrich Nortje

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aiden Markram, Shai Hope

Vice-captain – Jason Holder, Dewald Brevis

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

SA vs WI Probable Winners:

South Africa's recent performance in this format does not inspire much confidence. They've battled with the bat and will need a better performance from their middle order to win. The squad also expects its powerful bowling attack to perform well during this contest. The West Indies have an excellent batting lineup and a more formidable spin attack. It will be a close game, but based on the two teams' past form, the West Indies hold a slight advantage. Considering the team combination, West Indies is expected to win this match.

SA vs WI FAQ

The former West Indies captain and premier all-rounder, Jason Holder, was unhappy with India's decision not to accept the Asia Cup 2025 from Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, as he felt it failed to engage with the sporting arena. He continues to be a rare group of players who continue to be part of both IPL and PSL, continuing a relationship with both nations.

Post the Pahalgam tragedy in 2022, India adopted a strict discipline even in the sporting realm, which casts doubt over the scheduled matches of the Asia Cup. Jason Holder was present in an interaction with the daughter of former Australia opener, Matthew Hayden- Grace- during a show on ‘Game on with Grace.’

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“I don’t like this India-Pakistan beef that goes a long way beyond the cricket field. It is really sad. They are two powerhouses in world cricket, and to see how things have transpired, I saw India win the Asia Cup, and they didn’t go to accept the trophy. I think it’s too much. These things shouldn’t be in our game, especially if we are ambassadors of the world.” Holder expressed in the video.

Jason Holder drops shocking statement on India-Pakistan relationship

Holder calls for a move for a change, which would be needed from the top. Urging both the Asian sides to unite. The arch-rivals are going to meet in the group stage of the event, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka on February 15.

Watch the video here: 

Jason Holder on the India & Pakistan conflict pic.twitter.com/Gq3Ko4eS9k

— Usman (@jamilmusman_) January 7, 2026

“We’re talking of world peace, making the world a better place, then that’s not what you want. I think if it has to change, it has to come from influential people. They are both influential teams on the cricket field. Yes, a lot may be happening off the field, but on the field, India and Pakistan can maybe join forces in the sport. That would be huge for the context of everything.” holder addressed in the interaction.

“If they can do it on the cricket field, the two countries may be like, ‘Look, it’s done on a sporting level, maybe we can do it on an everyday level. Stop this fight, stop this war.” The former West Indies player shed light.

Gujarat Titans (GT), the IPL 2022 champions, had a quiet outing at the IPL 2026 mini-auction. The franchise made only five purchases and did not make many big changes to their squad. The most expensive buy for GT was West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder, whom they signed for ₹7 crore. England batter Tom Banton was their second-costliest pick at ₹2 crore.

GT also added a few budget players to improve squad depth. Indian fast bowler Ashok Sharma was bought for ₹90 lakh, while England pacer Luke Wood joined the team for ₹75 lakh. Young Indian player Prithviraj Yarra was purchased for INR 30 lakhs. In total, GT made minute but calculated moves.

During the last season, Gujarat Titans had a positive run and then lost momentum at the end. They lost the last league games and were beaten out by the Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator. Ahead of the auction, GT released several players, including Mahipal Lomror, Karim Janat, Gerald Coetzee, Dasun Shanaka, and Kulwant Khejroliya. Sherfane Rutherford was also traded to Mumbai Indians. Despite these changes, GT kept their main core intact.

Gujarat Titans entered the mini-auction with a purse of ₹12.90 crore. The team once again showed faith in their core players like captain Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Washington Sundar, Rahul Tewatia, and Mohammed Siraj. Last season, GT depended heavily on their top order of Jos Buttler, Sudharsan, and Gill. However, their middle order struggled at times, which they will look to improve in IPL 2026.

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Gujarat Titans Bought Players at IPL 2026 Auction

Jason Holder (₹7 crore), Tom Banton (₹2 crore), Ashok Sharma (₹90 lakh), Luke Wood (₹75 lakh), Prithviraj Yarra (₹30 lakh).

Gujarat Titans Full Squad for IPL 2026

Shubman Gill (captain), Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, Anuj Rawat, Jos Buttler, Nishant Sindhu, Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Arshad Khan, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Ishant Sharma, Gurnoor Singh Brar, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Sai Kishore, Jayant Yadav, Jason Holder, Tom Banton, Ashok Sharma, Luke Wood, Prithviraj Yarra.

Chennai Super Kings are now in a different period after their significant off-season changes prior to IPL 2026. The team made a significant move by trading their key all-rounders, Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran, for Sanju Samson. This trade surprised the fans a lot, but on the other hand, it benefited the team financially as it released a huge amount of ₹43.40 crore into their budget. CSK also let go of 10 players, which means they can now build a team that would not face the same issue of imbalance as the previous year.

The auction will no doubt attract CSK's eye with a number of foreign players, yet the all-rounder from the West Indies, Jason Holder, is the one who attracts the most attention among other players as a compelling target. His participation in IPL has been sporadic since 2013, but Holder has managed to get into the best T20 cricket form quietly, which makes him a strong candidate for being bought cheaply with high chances of return.

1. Holder Is Having His Best T20I Period

Once regarded as a first-class all-rounder, Holder's white-ball career did not show such remarkable heights until now. In 2025, the 34-year-old player welcomes the T20 format with full commitment and has already played 23 T20Is for West Indies this year.

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His stats are impressive: 31 scalps at an average of 22.61 and an economy of 8.60, along with a drastic increase in the batting department, almost 20 runs per innings, with a 149+ strike rate. In a field where the current form often plays a bigger part than the reputation, this revival makes Holder a very proper option for the changing squad of CSK.

2. Much-Needed Bowling Versatility for CSK

The main problem that CSK faced in the previous season was their pace attack's lack of diversity. While Khaleel Ahmed and Anshul Kamboj did an excellent job as new-ball bowlers, Matheesha Pathirana's main role was to bowl at the death. This often led CSK to use spinners in the non-favourable match-up phases.

With Holder, they step up the game. The West Indian bowler has had a good year in T20Is, bowling in the different phases effectively:

• Powerplay: 34 overs, 12 wickets, avg 25.20
• Middle overs: 18 overs, 3 wickets, econ 8.50
• Death overs: 29.3 overs, 16 wickets, avg 15.40, econ 8.34

This rare efficiency of three phases is exactly what CSK needed.

3. A Non-Negotiable Role After the Exit of Jadeja and Curran

CSK's need is urgent for a reliable lower-order all-rounder after the departures of Jadeja and Curran, with the all-rounder options becoming fewer due to retirements or the non-availability of Andre Russell, Glenn Maxwell, and Moeen Ali. Cameron Green may be the headline name at the auction, but Holder is likely to have exceptional value and experience at a lower price.

The New Zealand vs West Indies T20I series has reached its 4th fixture. It is scheduled to take place on Monday at the Saxton Oval Stadium. The NZ-WI T20I series is currently in the Kiwis' favour with a 2-1 lead. The West Indies started the series with a win, but New Zealand rebounded well and won two consecutive matches in the series.  

West Indies started the series with a win, but their batters struggled in the second T20i. The bowling unit's poor performance resulted in their loss, as their middle order failed to score quick boundaries under pressure.

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NZ vs WI Match Details

• Match: New Zealand vs West Indies, 4th T20I 

• Date: 10th November 2025

• Time: 5.45 AM IST

• Venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs WI Weather Report

NZ vs WI Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – NZ vs WI

• Romario Shepherd (WI): 92 runs in this Series 

• Tim Robinson (NZ): 8) runs in this Series 

• Devon Conway (NZ): 85 runs in this Series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NZ vs WI

• Jacob Duffy (NZ): 6 wickets in this Series 

• Roston Chase (WI): 5 wickets in this Series 

• Ish Sodhi (NZ): 6 wickets in this Series 

NZ vs WI Recent Form

NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 180–190

• Match Result: NZ to win

Scenario 2: If WI Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–55

• Predicted Total: 160–175

• Match Result: NZ to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NZ vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies 

Brandon King, Ackeem Auguste, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales, Matthew Forde.

New Zealand 

Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy.

NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that New Zealand will win the 4th T20I match. The likes of Mitchell Santner, Tim Robinson and Jacob Duffy will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs WI Match FAQs

The NZ vs WI 2nd T20I match is scheduled to take place on Thursday at Eden Park Stadium. West Indies is ahead in the series by 1-0, and New Zealand will be hoping to level the series with a win.

The T20i series between New Zealand and the West Indies has started on a positive note for the visitors. West Indies' thrilling win in the 1st T20I match gave them momentum for the rest of the series. They successfully defended the target of 165 runs. Jayden Seales was the standout performer for the West Indies, taking three wickets.

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NZ vs WI Match Details

• Match: New Zealand vs West Indies, 2nd T20I 

• Date: 6th November 2025

• Time: 11.45 AM IST

• Venue: Eden Park, Auckland 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs WI Weather Report

NZ vs WI Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – NZ vs WI

• Mitchell Santner (NZ): 55 runs in this Series 

• Shai Hope (WI): 53 runs in this Series 

• Rovman Powell (WI): 33 runs in this Series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NZ vs WI

• Jayden Seales (WI): 3 wickets in this Series 

• Roston Chase (WI): 3 wickets in this Series 

• Jacob Duffy (NZ): 2 wickets in this Series 

NZ vs WI Recent Form

NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 170–190

• Match Result: NZ to win

Scenario 2: If WI Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–55

• Predicted Total: 160–180

• Match Result: NZ to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NZ vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies 

Brandon King, Ackeem Auguste, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales, Matthew Forde.

New Zealand 

Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy.

NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that New Zealand will win the 2nd T20I match. The likes of Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra and Jacob Duffy will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs WI Match FAQs

New Zealand is preparing for this series after a mixed T20 international season last month, where defeats to Australia and England disrupted their rhythm. Despite this, they are still a strong team in their homeland and will back themselves to take on the West Indies with great strength.

On the other hand, West Indies are entering this T20 series led by Shai Hope, who is backed by experienced names such as Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, and Rovman Powell. After sweeping Bangladesh 3-0 away from home, the team is in high spirits, which has given them strong momentum for this clash.

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NZ vs WI Match Details

• Match: New Zealand vs West Indies, 1st T20I 

• Date: 5th November 2025

• Time: 11.45 AM IST

• Venue: Eden Park, Auckland 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ vs WI Weather Report

NZ vs WI Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – NZ vs WI

• Rovman Powell (WI): 1977 runs in T20I

• Brandon King (WI): 1701 runs in T20I 

• Devon Conway (NZ): 1543 runs in T20I 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NZ vs WI

• Ish Sodhi (NZ): 150 wickets in T20I 

• Mitch Santner (NZ): 125 wickets in T20I 

• Jason Holder (WI): 94 wickets in T20I 

NZ vs WI Recent Form

NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 180–200

• Match Result: NZ to win

Scenario 2: If WI Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–55

• Predicted Total: 165–180

• Match Result: NZ to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NZ vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies 

Brandon King, Ackeem Auguste, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales, Matthew Forde.

New Zealand 

Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy.

NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that New Zealand will win the 1st T20I match. The likes of Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra and Jacob Duffy will be key players to watch out for.

NZ vs WI Match FAQs