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South Africa will face the West Indies in the third T20I of the West Indies tour of South Africa 2026, which will be played at the Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg on Saturday. The African team won the second match by seven wickets and won the series 2-0. The Caribbean team bats first and posted a big total of 221 runs in 20 overs. Shimron Hetmyer scored 75 runs off 42 balls and Sherfane Rutherford scored 57 runs off 24 balls. Keshav Maharaj took two wickets.

In response, the African team comfortably chased down the target in just 17.3 overs. An experienced batter Quinton de Kock smashed an excellent century and Ryan Rickelton scored 77 runs off just 36 balls. 

Also Read: PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today: 2nd T20I, Australia Tour of Pakistan, 2026 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, and Pitch Report

SA vs WI Match Details

  • Match: South Africa vs West Indies, 3rd T20I

  • Date: 31st January 2026

  • Time: 9.30 PM IST

  • Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg 

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

SA vs WI Weather Report

Temperature

29°C

Rain Possibility

56%

Average 1st innings Score

176

Best Suited For

Batting

Pitch Report - The Wanderers Stadium

  • Batting-friendly wicket

  • High-scoring venue 

  • Teams prefer to chase 

Top Batters to Watch – SA vs WI

  • Shimron Hetmyer (WI): 123 runs in this series 

  • Ryan Rickelton (SA): 117 runs in this series 

  • Quinton de Kock (SA): 115 runs in this series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SA vs WI

  • George Linde (SA): 3 wickets in this series 

  • Corbin Bosch (SA): 2 wickets in this series 

  • Keshav Maharaj (SA): 4 wickets in this series 

SA vs WI Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

SA

W, W, L, L, W

WI

L, L, W, L, L

SA vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If WI Bat First

 

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 170-175

  • Match Result: SA to win

Scenario 2: If SA Bat First

 

  • Powerplay Score: 55–70

  • Predicted Total: 185–200

  • Match Result: SA to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

SA

Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis

WI

Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

SA

Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram

WI

Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford 

SA vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa 

Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka.

West Indies 

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

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

According to our SA vs WI today match prediction, South Africa are the favourites to win the 3rd T20I. The likes of Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton and Dewald Brevis will be key players to watch out for.

SA vs WI Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[SA vs WI, 3rd T20I: Head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sa-vs-wi-3rd-t20i-head-to-head-pitch-report-predicted-playing-xis/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sa-vs-wi-3rd-t20i-head-to-head-pitch-report-predicted-playing-xis/ Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:39:12 GMT

South Africa and West Indies meet for the final time in the T20I series at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, on Saturday, January 31. South Africa have already sealed the series and will be aiming for a clean sweep, while West Indies will be desperate to avoid a whitewash.

South Africa have been dominant throughout the series. In the first match at Paarl, they chased down 174 with ease. They were even more impressive in Centurion, where Quinton de Kock’s brilliant century helped them hunt down a huge 222-run target comfortably. The Proteas’ batting has clicked perfectly, and their confidence will be sky-high going into the last game.

West Indies have shown flashes of promise with the bat but have struggled badly with the ball. Their bowlers have not been able to restrict the scoring in both the matches, especially towards the end. To end the tour on a positive note, they will need a much sharper bowling effort and better execution of plans.

SA vs WI Head-to-Head (T20Is)

  • Matches Played: 28
  • South Africa Won: 14
  • West Indies Won: 14
  • No Result: 0

SA vs WI: Pitch Report

The Wanderers is generally a batsman-friendly wicket with a most number of runs. Pace bowlers can bowl a bit of movement off the seam early with the new ball, but once the batters have settled, it gets easier to score runs. Chasing is always the better option in such a venue, as defending can be quite difficult towards the end. 

See Also: PAK vs AUS, 2nd T20I: Head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

SA vs WI: Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa (SA):

Quinton de Kock (WK), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Aiden Markram (C), Jason Smith, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Tristan Stubbs

West Indies (WI):

Roston Chase, Shai Hope (C & WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Brandon King, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Matthew Forde, Jayden Seales

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<![CDATA[SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction 2nd T20I match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa-vs-wi-dream11-prediction-2nd-t20i-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa-vs-wi-dream11-prediction-2nd-t20i-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:43:30 GMT

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 

Avg 1st inn score187
Avg 2nd inn score198
Win% batting 1st39
Win% batting 2nd61

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

WI ( West Indies )
L W L L L
SA ( South Africa )
W L L W L

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

 Matches PlayedSA WonWI WonTieNR
Overall27131400
Last 552300

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, 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

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<![CDATA[SA vs WI, 2nd T20I: Head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sa-vs-wi-2nd-t20i-head-to-head-pitch-report-predicted-playing-xis/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sa-vs-wi-2nd-t20i-head-to-head-pitch-report-predicted-playing-xis/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:45:39 GMT

South Africa will take on the West Indies in the second T20I of the three-match series at SuperSport Park, Centurion, on Thursday, January 29. After winning the opening game, the hosts will be aiming to seal the series, while the visitors will look to bounce back and stay alive.

In the first T20I at Paarl, South Africa delivered a strong all-round performance. After choosing to field, they reduced the West Indies to 173/7, with only a few late contributions helping the visitors reach a competitive total. The Proteas bowlers kept things tight through the middle overs and never allowed the West Indies to fully build momentum.

Chasing the target, South Africa made it look comfortable. The openers attacked from the start and set the tone early. Even after one wicket fell, Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton kept the scoring steady and finished the chase with ease, giving South Africa a 1-0 lead in the series. However, West Indies will hope to respond strongly in Centurion with their captain, Shai Hope, returningA better batting effort and sharper bowling will be key if they are to challenge the hosts.

SA vs WI: Head-to-Head in T20Is

  • Matches Played: 27
  • South Africa Won: 13
  • West Indies Won: 14
  • Tied / No Result: 0

SA vs WI: Pitch Report

The pitch at SuperSport Park usually offers good bounce and carry. Batters who spend time at the crease can score freely, while fast bowlers can get some help with the new ball. Overall, it is a fairly balanced surface.

See Also: Australia tour to Pakistan, 1st T20I: PAK vs AUS, Probable Playing 11, Where To Watch, Live Streaming Details

SA vs WI: Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa (SA):

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

West Indies (WI):

Johnson Charles, Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford, Shai Hope (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Matthew Forde, Jayden Seales

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<![CDATA[SA vs WI Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win the 2nd T20I?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/sa-vs-wi-today-match-prediction-who-will-win-the-2nd-t20i/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/sa-vs-wi-today-match-prediction-who-will-win-the-2nd-t20i/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:16:33 GMT

South Africa will face West Indies in the second T20I of the West Indies tour of South Africa 2026, which will be played at the SuperSport Park, Centurion on Thursday. The home team won the first match by nine wickets and leads the series 1-0. The Caribbean team bats first and posted 173 runs in 20 overs. Shimron Hetmyer scored 48 runs off 32 balls and Rovman Powell scored 29 runs off 25 balls. George Linde took three wickets, while Keshav Maharaj and Corbin Bosch each took two wickets.

In response, the African team comfortably chased down the target in just 17.5 overs. Captain Aiden Markram smashed an excellent half-century and young talented batsman Lhuan-dre Pretorius scored 44 runs off just 28 balls. 

Also Read: PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Playing XI: 1st T20I, Australia Tour of Pakistan, 2026 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, and Pitch Report

SA vs WI Match Details

  • Match: South Africa vs West Indies, 2nd T20I

  • Date: 29th January 2026

  • Time: 9.30 PM IST

  • Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion

  • Live Streaming: FanCode

SA vs WI Weather Report

Temperature

20°C

Rain Possibility

60%

Average 1st innings Score

180

Best Suited For

Batting

Pitch Report - SuperSport Park

  • Batting-friendly wicket

  • High-scoring venue 

  • Teams prefer to bowl first 

Top Batters to Watch – SA vs WI

  • Aiden Markram (SA): 86 runs in this series 

  • Lhuan-dre Pretorius (SA): 44 runs in this series 

  • Shimron Hetmyer (WI): 48 runs in this series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – SA vs WI

  • George Linde (SA): 3 wickets in this series 

  • Corbin Bosch (SA): 2 wickets in this series 

  • Keshav Maharaj (SA): 2 wickets in this series 

SA vs WI Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

SA

W, L, L, W, L

WI

L, W, L, L, L

SA vs WI Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If WI Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 160-175

  • Match Result: SA to win

Scenario 2: If SA Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 55–70

  • Predicted Total: 180–200

  • Match Result: SA to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

SA

Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis

WI

Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

SA

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Aiden Markram

WI

Brandon King, Johnson Charles 

SA vs WI Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa 

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

West Indies 

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

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

According to our SA vs WI today match prediction, South Africa are the favourites to win the 2nd T20I. The likes of Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton and Dewald Brevis will be key players to watch out for.

SA vs WI Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[SA vs WI 1st T20I Jumbo App Match Analysis & Fantasy Team]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa-vs-wi-1st-t20i-jumbo-app-match-analysis-fantasy-team/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa-vs-wi-1st-t20i-jumbo-app-match-analysis-fantasy-team/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:35:44 GMT

SA vs WI 1st T20I Match Preview

South Africa will host the West Indies in the three-match T20I series. They will kick-start the series at Boland Park, Paarl, South Africa, on Tuesday, 27th January. South Africa head into this game after losing the recent T20I series against India. South Africa will be led by Aiden Markram, along with Kagiso Rabada and Quinton de Kock.

Similarly, the West Indies is also going through a rough patch. They recently lost a T20I series against Afghanistan. Before that, they had lost a T20I series against New Zealand. Shai Hope will captain the West Indies team in this series. This is a golden opportunity for both teams to prepare before the T20 World Cup, which will be held next month.

Pitch Condition:

Boland Park Stadium pitch is on the slower side; spinners get help on this surface. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.  

Win Bat First33%
Win Bowl First50%
Avg Score160
Best Suited ForSpin

Weather Outlook:

The weather during this match time is expected to remain mostly sunny with 60% humidity. The temperature is expected to reach around 24.5°C. 

SA vs WI 1st T20I Probable PlayingXI: 

South Africa (SA) Probable 11:

South Africa Playing XI: Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Jason Smith/Rubin Hermann, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi.

West Indies (WI) Probable 11:

Brandon King, Johnson Charles (wk), Shai Hope (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie.

Jumbo App fantasy Team Insights:

  • Dewald Brevis (SA) is likely to come in at number three and is expected to deliver a brilliant knock. He smashed a century in the SA20 2026 finals.
  • Aiden Markram (SA) has scored 199 runs in the last 3 T20 matches and is capable of providing valuable support in bowling.
  • Brandon King (WI) is expected to open the inning for WI. He is the highest run scorer against Afghanistan and will be hoping to come up with yet another impressive knock. 
  • Jason Holder (WI) remains the most vital cog in the West Indies’ squad. He could be a real game-changer.

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain Choices:

  • Quinton de Kock
  • Dewald Brevis

Vice-Captain Choices:

  • Aiden Markram
  • Jason Holder

SA vs WI Jumbo App Fantasy Team:

SA vs WI

SA vs WI 1st T20I Probable Winner:

South Africa is expected to win this match. They are familiar with the conditions here, and their key players have been in good form throughout the SA20 League.

FAQ

What kind of pitch is expected for SA vs WI 1st T20I?

The pitch is expected to assist Spinners, while batters can score freely once set.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

West Indies

Who are the top fantasy picks for the SA vs WI Jumbo team?

Jason Holder, Aiden Markram, Dewald Brevis, and Keshav Maharaj 

Disclaimer: This analysis and prediction is based on team form, pitch conditions, and available data. It is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any result.

 
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<![CDATA[SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction 1st T20I match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa-vs-wi-dream11-prediction-1st-t20i-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/sa-vs-wi-dream11-prediction-1st-t20i-match-fantasy-cricket-tips-probable-playing-xi/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:54:25 GMT

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 

Avg 1st inn score187
Avg 2nd inn score198
Win% batting 1st39
Win% batting 2nd61

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

WI ( West Indies )
W L L L L
SA ( South Africa )
L L W L L

SA vs WI Head-to-Head Stats

 Matches PlayedSA WonWI WonTieNR
Overall26121400
Last 551400

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

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<![CDATA[SA vs WI, 1st T20I: Head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sa-vs-wi-1st-t20i-head-to-head-pitch-report-predicted-playing-xis/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/sa-vs-wi-1st-t20i-head-to-head-pitch-report-predicted-playing-xis/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:30:13 GMT

South Africa and West Indies will kick off their three-match T20I series with the first match at Boland Park in Paarl on Tuesday, January 27. Both sides will hope to get their series off to a positive start as they gear up for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Coming into this series, South Africa had a challenging outing against India, losing the five-match T20I series 1-3, with one match being washed out. Despite the outcome, the team led by Aiden Markram displayed moments of quality and will feel confident playing at home. With the T20 World Cup on the horizon, the Proteas will be looking to fine-tune their combination and get some momentum going in this series.

West Indies recently lost a T20I series 1-2 to Afghanistan in Dubai. They were without a few key players during that series due to SA20 commitments, and their return adds more balance to the squad. The Caribbean side will be eager to improve their consistency, especially with both bat and ball, and challenge South Africa on their home turf.

SA vs WI: Head-to-Head in T20Is

  • Matches Played: 26
  • South Africa Won: 12
  • West Indies Won: 14
  • Tied: 0
  • No Result: 0

SA vs WI: Pitch Report

The Boland Park pitch has tended to favor the batsmen, with first innings totals around 170. While teams have had more success batting first, the pitch will slow down towards the latter stages of the match, allowing the bowlers to come into play. The toss could be a crucial factor.

See Also: U19 World Cup 2026, Super 6, Match 6: ZIM U19 vs IND U19 head-to-head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

SA vs WI: Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa (SA):

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

West Indies (WI):

Johnson Charles, Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford, Shai Hope (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Springer

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<![CDATA[South Africa likely to reduce T20I series against West Indies to prepare for 2026 World Cup]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/south-africa-likely-to-reduce-t20i-series-against-west-indies-to-prepare-for-2026-world-cup/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/south-africa-likely-to-reduce-t20i-series-against-west-indies-to-prepare-for-2026-world-cup/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:33:53 GMT

Cricket South Africa (CSA) might have to shorten their only men’s home series this summer against West Indies to ensure both teams can reach the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka on time. The Proteas are scheduled to host the West Indies for five T20Is between January 27 and February 6. However, the T20 World Cup is set to begin on February 7, with the ICC’s support period, when teams arrive and play optional warm-up matches, starting January 31, earlier than the initially planned February 3.

CSA had originally planned their home fixtures assuming there would be enough time for South Africa to travel to the World Cup hosts. While it’s not mandatory for teams to use the entire support period at the venues, the ICC asks nations to specify how many warm-up matches they want, ranging from zero to two. Only if a team opts for two warm-up matches does the support period extend to one week before the tournament.

CSA is currently discussing with Cricket West Indies when the visitors want to arrive in the subcontinent and how many warm-up games they plan to play. If no warm-up matches are requested, the support period would start February 3, giving South Africa limited time to complete the series.

Impact on the SA vs WI Series

Even if West Indies feel the series in South Africa is enough preparation for the World Cup, the Proteas may have to cancel at least the last two T20Is, scheduled for February 4 and 6. Preponing the series isn’t possible since the SA20 league ends on January 25.

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South Africa also have a relatively light home schedule this summer as venues are being prepared for the 2027 ODI World Cup, with drop-in pitches being developed. CSA's calendar will be busier next season, as it will draw on ten home Tests (eight men’s, two women’s), including a series against Australia and England. This careful planning shows CSA is trying to maintain its home series while preparing for a World Cup.

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SA-W vs WI-W Match Preview

It is time for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup! South Africa Women will face the West Indies Women in the third match of the highly anticipated tournament on Friday evening at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams are in good form heading into the tournament. South Africa has won two and lost two of its last five Twenty20 Internationals, with one game abandoned. Meanwhile, West Indies has won three and lost two of its last five T20Is.

SA-W vs WI-W Match Details

South Africa-W vs West Indies-W – 3rd Match, Women's World Cup 2024

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date & Time: 04th October 2024 at 03:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SA-W vs WI-W Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score137
Avg 2nd inn score129
Win% batting 1st57
Win% batting 2nd43

SA-W vs WI-W Pitch Report

The pitch is small, and the outfield is extremely fast. There isn't much for bowlers to work with, and both quick bowlers and spinners have struggled on this track.

SA-W vs WI-W Weather Report

It is going to be a warm evening, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

SA-W vs WI-W Last Five Matches

WI-W ( West Indies-W )L L W W L
SA-W ( South Africa-W )L L W L L

SA-W vs WI-W Head-to-Head Stats

 Matches PlayedSA-W WonWI-W WonTieNR
Overall138500
Last 553200

Injury News

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

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SA-W vs WI-W Probable Playing XIs:

West Indies-W Probable Playing XIs

Hayley Matthews (c), Stafanie Taylor, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Chedean Nation, Aaliyah Alleyne, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Afy Fletcher, Qiana Joseph, Cherry Ann Fraser, Karishma Ramharack

South Africa-W Probable Playing XIs

Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Seshnie Naidu, Nadine de Klerk/Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune

Topmost Picks for SA-W vs WI-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – South Africa-W

  • Laura Wolvaardt – The talented right-handed player has the potential to propel her team into the knockout rounds with her impressive batting performances.
  • Marizanne Kapp – She is a seasoned match-winner, took 9 wickets in the last tournament, and at 34, she's looking to make her mark on opposing batters again.

Top Picks – West Indies-W

  • Hayley Matthews – She has smashed 313 runs in 8 innings at a strike rate of 120, while also picking up 8 wickets at 5.59.
  • Karishma Ramharack – Having an in-form wrist spinner is a crucial aspect of any WT20I team's campaign. 

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

Shemaine Campbelle, Laura Wolvaardt(VC), Tazmin Brits, Stafanie Taylor, Hayley Matthews(C), Deandra Dottin, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Afy Fletcher, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SA-W vs WI-W Dream11 Team:

Shemaine Campbelle, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Stafanie Taylor, Hayley Matthews, Deandra Dottin(VC), Marizanne Kapp(C), Chloe Tryon, Afy Fletcher, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Hayley Matthews, Marizanne Kapp

Vice-captain – Laura Wolvaardt, Deandra Dottin

Wicketkeeper – Shemaine Campbelle

SA-W vs WI-W Probable Winners:

South Africa Women have beaten the West Indies Women in three of their last four T20Is. Both squads are at full strength and, on their best day, can defeat any team in the league. The West Indies have plenty of all-rounders but rely too heavily on their captain. South Africa appears to be much more balanced and strong. As a result, we believe they will be dominant in this contest. Considering the team combination, South Africa-W is expected to win this match.

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