WI vs SA Live, T20 World Cup: Rabada-Ngidi hurt West Indies with four wickets

WI vs SA, T20 World Cup: Despite starting the innings well, West Indies went from 29/0 to 43/4 in a space of a few deliveries. Rabada and Ngidi struck twice in their overs.

Two unbeaten teams at the T20 World Cup 2026. The West Indies and South Africa go head-to-head against each other and one team will stumble to lose their first game of the tournament, albeit this late. South Africa’s win will help India big time as they eye a semi-final spot, which seemed a guarantee before the tournament. However, if Shai Hope and his men continue to dominate, India could be in big trouble. Although India are preparing for Zimbabwe in Chennai tonight, the nation’s eye will be at the world’s largest stadium.

South Africa are playing their fifth game at this venue. They have mastered the playing conditions here, using pacers and spinners to a great effect. The West Indies, however, will need to adapt quickly, especially coming from venues with shorter boundaries (Mumbai and Kolkata). The winner of this match is most likely to top the Super 8 Group 1.

Match Details: WI vs SA

Match: West Indies vs South Africa, Match 47, Super 8 Group 1
Tournament: ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Date: February 26, 2026
Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India
Time: Start at 3:00 PM IST, toss at 2:30 PM IST
Captains: Shai Hope (West Indies), Aiden Markram (South Africa)

WI vs SA Playing XI

West Indies Playing XI

Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph

South Africa Playing XI

Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

WI vs SA Live Streaming Details

In India: TV broadcast on Star Sports Network; live streaming on JioHotstar app and website.
In Pakistan: Typically available on PTV Sports or A Sports for TV; streaming via Daraz app, Tapmad, or official ICC platforms (check local broadcasters like Ten Sports or Geo Super for updates).
In England: TV on Sky Sports Cricket; streaming via Sky Go or NOW TV app. Global free options may include ICC.tv in select regions.

Live

WI vs SA Live score: West Indies falling quick

26/02/2026 15:37

Corbin Bosch comes and gets a wicket straight up. This time it is Sherfane Rutherford who makes his way back. He is caught well by the keeper. It is 60/5 in 7 overs.

WI vs SA Live score: Powerplay done

26/02/2026 15:33

This is South Africa's game at present, after the powerplay. West Indies have scored runs, but lost four wickets in the process. It is 52/4 in 6 overs.

WI vs SA Live score: What a match

26/02/2026 15:20

There have been boundaries, there have been drops, and there have been wickets. Ngidi comes into the attack now and is hit for a couple of fours by King. But soon, he edges one and is the third man tro depart. Now, Chase is bowled. Excellent bolwing. WI 43/3 in 4 overs

WI vs SA Live score: Hope ends for WI

26/02/2026 15:10

A change in bowling does the trick for West Indies. Rabada moves the ball away from Shai Hope as he tries to guide the ball through point. But he edges it and is caught behind. Oh and one wicket brings two. In the same over, dangerman Hetmer is caught out too. WI 32/2 in 3 overs.

WI vs SA Live score: Proteas need wickets

26/02/2026 15:07

Marco Jansen starts the proceedings from the far end. Brandon King responds in style and gets three boundaries in the over. WI 29/0 in 2 overs.

WI vs SA Live score: Maharaj starts

26/02/2026 15:04

It is Keshav Maharaj who starts the proceedings for SA, and it is an excellent one for West Indies. A six to end the over. Shai Hope gets two sixes. WI 17/0 in 1 over.

WI vs SA Live score: Markram to start?

26/02/2026 14:51

Aiden Markram is the one who started the proceedings against India, and he could look to target the batters once again.

WI vs SA Live score: safe score?

26/02/2026 14:45

What should be a safe total here? Spinners will come into play, but WI have been in sensational form. So let us look at 180-190.

WI vs SA Live: Playing XIs

26/02/2026 14:38

South Africa (Playing XI): Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

WI vs SA Live: Playing XIs

26/02/2026 14:37

West Indies (Playing XI): Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph

WI vs SA Live: Toss Update🚨

26/02/2026 14:34

In a crucial update under the scorching heat of Ahmedabad, South Africa have won the toss and they have elected to bowl first!

Markram says that the wicket might be tacky and they hope to restrict WI to under a low total. South Africa are going with the same team that won against India at the same stadium.

WI vs SA Live: How India are dependent on SA's win vs WI

26/02/2026 14:26

If South Africa beat West Indies, India can qualify by simply winning both their remaining matches — NRR won’t matter in most scenarios.
If the West Indies beat South Africa and SA then beat Zimbabwe, three teams (India, SA, WI) could finish on 4 points — and Net Run Rate will decide qualification.
Because of India’s heavy defeat to South Africa, their NRR is significantly weaker, meaning they may need a big-margin win over West Indies, not just a victory.
In short, India would prefer South Africa to defeat West Indies — otherwise, qualification could come down to complex NRR math and large winning margins.