The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad braces for the most anticipated clash of the Super 8 stage; a heavyweight showdown between two unbeaten titans, a potential preview of the final itself. India has been flawless. Four wins from four in Group A, including a demolition of Pakistan, have established them as the team to beat. Their net run rate of +2.500 is the tournament’s best, a statistical reflection of their dominance. Suryakumar Yadav is in the form of his life, Ishan Kishan is striking at an astronomical 217, and the bowling attack, led by Varun Chakravarthy‘s 17 wickets, is suffocating. South Africa, too, is perfect. Four wins from four in Group D, a nerve-shredding Super Over victory over Afghanistan, and a confidence-boosting 51-run win over India in December 2025. Quinton de Kock is in sublime touch, Aiden Markram is leading from the front, and Lungi Ngidi’s 12 wickets have given the pace attack teeth. This is more than a Super 8 match. This is a statement game, a psychological battle between two sides who believe they can go all the way. The winner takes a giant stride toward the semifinals and sends a message to every other contender.
India vs South Africa Win Probability
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IND vs RSA, Super 8 T20 World Cup 2026 43rd Match Details
| Match | ICC T20 World Cup 2026, 43rd Match, Super 8, Group 1 |
| Date | Sunday, February 22, 2026 |
| Time | 07:00 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | JioHotstar |
IND vs RSA Team Form – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
India
India are in imperious touch, with four consecutive tournament wins. They beat the Netherlands (by 17 runs), Pakistan (by 61 runs), Namibia (by 93 runs), and the USA (by 29 runs). Their only recent setback was a 51-run loss to South Africa in December 2025. Their key strength is a batting lineup firing in unison. Suryakumar Yadav leads with 409 runs in his last 10 matches (strike rate 164). Ishan Kishan has been explosive (391 runs, strike rate 217). The bowling attack is spin-dominant and lethal, with Varun Chakravarthy taking 17 wickets in 8 matches (economy 7.96). The psychological edge is home advantage and the tournament’s best net run rate.
South Africa
South Africa are equally impressive, with four tournament wins. They beat the UAE (by 6 wickets), New Zealand (by 7 wickets), Afghanistan (in a Super Over), and Canada (by 57 runs). Their biggest boost is the 51-run win over India in December 2025. Their key strength is an explosive top order. Quinton de Kock leads with 417 runs in 9 matches (strike rate 174). Aiden Markram has contributed 377 runs (strike rate 161). The bowling attack is pace-led and potent, with Lungi Ngidi taking 12 wickets (economy 7.78) and Marco Jansen claiming 11 (strike rate 14.72). The psychological edge is knowing they can beat India.
IND vs RSA Probable Playing XI
India Probable XI-
Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma / Sanju Samson, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav / Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah.
South Africa Probable XI-
Quinton de Kock (WK), Aiden Markram (C), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje.
IND vs RSA Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)
| Total Match Played | 05 |
| IND Won | 03 |
| RSA Won | 01 |
| Draw/No Result | 01 |
IND vs RSA Pitch Report
The Narendra Modi Stadium is a high-scoring batting paradise that has produced first-innings totals of 213-4, 187-6, and 175-7 in this World Cup. Batters find good value, particularly under lights, and conditions improve when chasing. Fast bowlers can extract something early, but spinners become more effective as the game progresses. A total of 200+ is par for India batting first; South Africa would target a similar score.
IND vs RSA Weather Report
Conditions will be clear and warm with temperatures in the low 30s °C during the day, cooling to the mid-20s by match time. There is little chance of rain, and humidity will be moderate. Perfect conditions for a high-scoring contest.
IND vs RSA Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bowl first. The most recent 7 PM game at this venue saw South Africa chase 178 with ease against New Zealand. Both captains will remember this outcome, and chasing under lights is the clear preference.
IND vs RSA Match Prediction
This is the most anticipated game of the Super 8s, a genuine 50-50 contest between two unbeaten giants. The margins will be razor-thin.
India’s case: They have home advantage and supreme familiarity with the Narendra Modi Stadium. Their batting lineup is deeper and more versatile, with multiple players capable of countering quality pace and spin. Suryakumar Yadav is in the form of his life. Varun Chakravarthy’s 17 wickets in 8 matches make him the tournament’s most dangerous spinner. They have the confidence of four consecutive wins and the tournament’s best net run rate.
South Africa’s case: They have the psychological boost of having beaten India by 51 runs in December 2025. Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram are in career-best form. Their pace attack; Ngidi, Jansen, Rabada, Nortje is arguably the tournament’s most fearsome. They have the power hitters to explode in the death overs.
The deciding factor will be how South Africa handles Varun Chakravarthy in the middle overs. If they can neutralize him, their power hitters can target the death overs. If Chakravarthy takes wickets, India’s spinners will strangle the innings. Additionally, India’s familiarity with these conditions gives them a subtle but significant edge.
Expect a high-scoring, tense contest that could be decided in the final over. India’s depth and home advantage should see them edge a thriller, but South Africa have the weapons to cause an upset. This is a potential final preview, and the winner will carry immense psychological momentum into the knockout stages.
IND vs RSA Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper: Quinton de Kock, Ishan Kishan
- Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Aiden Markram, David Miller
- All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Marco Jansen, Axar Patel
- Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy, Lungi Ngidi, Jasprit Bumrah
Captain (C) Pick: Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan.
Vice-Captain (VC) Pick: Quinton de Kock, Varun Chakravarthy.
