South Africa and West Indies lock horns in the crucial 2nd T20I at SuperSport Park, Centurion, on January 29, 2026.
After suffering a comprehensive 9-wicket defeat in the opener, the Caribbean side faces a must-win situation to keep the five-match series alive. The Proteas, bolstered by their dominant bowling attack and home advantage, aim to take an unassailable 2-0 lead.
South Africa vs West Indies – 2nd T20I Match Overview
The second encounter of the five-match T20I series takes place at the batting-friendly SuperSport Park, where West Indies must regroup quickly to avoid falling 2-0 behind.
With South Africa’s pace attack thriving in home conditions and the visitors struggling to adapt, this match presents a critical juncture that could define the series outcome.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Fixture | South Africa vs West Indies, 2nd T20I |
| Tournament | West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026 |
| Match Date | Thursday, January 29, 2026 |
| Start Time | 6:00 PM Local / 9:30 PM IST |
| Ground | SuperSport Park, Centurion |
South Africa vs West Indies Betting Odds Comparison
Bookmakers have installed South Africa as clear favorites following their convincing performance in the series opener.
| Bookmaker | SA Victory | WI Victory | SA Toss | WI Toss |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.78 | 2.10 | 1.92 | 1.92 |
| Stake | 1.80 | 2.12 | 1.88 | 1.88 |
| 4RABET | 1.81 | 2.14 | 1.90 | 1.90 |
| BetVibe | 1.83 | 2.16 | 1.91 | 1.91 |
South Africa vs West Indies Team Line-ups
Both teams are expected to retain their winning combinations, with South Africa banking on their pace trio of Rabada, Ngidi, and the Bosch brothers, while West Indies look to their power-hitters like Hetmyer, Powell, and Charles to deliver a turnaround performance.
South Africa Playing XI
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Aiden Markram (captain), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Jason Smith, Rubin Hermann, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Eathan Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
Reserves: Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka
West Indies Playing XI
Shai Hope (captain & wk), Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Shimron Hetmyer, Quentin Sampson, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde
Reserves: Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph
Venue Analysis: SuperSport Park
| Factor | Analysis |
|---|---|
| Surface Type | Fast and true with consistent bounce |
| Batting Conditions | Highly favorable – short boundaries encourage big hitting |
| Bowling Conditions | Early seam movement aids pace bowlers; spinners struggle mid-innings |
| Chase Success Rate | Teams chasing have averaged 180+ in recent fixtures |
| Toss Strategy | Marginal advantage to chasing teams; dew factor minimal |
Weather Forecast
| Element | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Temperature Range | 28°C (afternoon heat may impact fielding intensity) |
| Conditions | Partly cloudy with a rain threat |
| Rain Probability | 65% |
| Humidity Level | 61% |
| Wind Speed | 10 km/h |
South Africa vs West Indies T2OI Historical Record
South Africa and the West Indies have contested 27 T20 Internationals, with the series nearly deadlocked.
| Statistic | Count |
|---|---|
| Total Encounters | 27 |
| West Indies Wins | 14 |
| South Africa Wins | 13 |
| Tied/No Result | 0 |
Source: ESPNcricinfo
South Africa vs West Indies Impact Players
South Africa
| Player | Role | T20I Record |
|---|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton | Wicketkeeper-Batter | 421 runs in 19 matches, avg 23.38 |
| Dewald Brevis | Top-order Batter | 469 runs in 20 matches, avg 27.58 |
| Lungi Ngidi | Fast Bowler | 77 wickets in 56 matches, econ 8.80 |
West Indies
| Player | Role | T20I Record |
|---|---|---|
| Shimron Hetmyer | Middle-order Batter | 1,222 runs in 73 matches, avg 21.06 |
| Romario Shepherd | All-rounder | 809 runs & 75 wickets in 72 matches |
| Gudakesh Motie | Spin Bowler | 36 wickets & 205 runs in 43 matches |
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Match Prediction
South Africa’s formidable pace battery and superior familiarity with home conditions make them strong contenders for a 2-0 series lead. West Indies must significantly improve their batting application against quality seam bowling to stay competitive. Weather interruptions remain the primary wildcard that could level the playing field.
