The South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal in the T20 World Cup 2026 will be underway at 7 PM IST at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Although weather interruptions aren’t expected on February 4, what if the match gets abandoned? Who’ll win and qualify for the final? InsideSport will answer that question for you.
Is there a reserve day for SA vs NZ semifinal?
Yes, there is a reserve day for the South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal. To ensure the match gets finished, the ICC has provided an additional 90 minutes to complete the game on the match day and 120 minutes on the reserve day.
Who’ll qualify for T20 World Cup 2026 final if SA vs NZ semifinal is abandoned?
If the South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal can’t be completed, the team that finished higher in the Super 8 will win and move to the final. That means South Africa, who topped Group 1, will reach back-to-back finals over New Zealand, who finished 2nd in Group 2.
SA vs NZ semifinal: Live streaming details for India
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will enjoy one of the widest broadcasts ever, with India remaining the epicentre of coverage through JioStar. All matches will be televised on Star Sports, while JioHotstar will handle digital streaming, offering coverage in multiple Indian languages, vertical live feeds for mobile users, and immersive viewing options like 360-degree view and multi-cam angles. JioHotstar will also provide additional regional language feeds and Indian Sign Language coverage for the South Africa vs New Zealand semifinal.
