New Zealand and South Africa lock horns in the 24th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Scheduled for 14 February at 7:00 PM local time, this clash could very well decide who tops Group D, and more importantly, who carries momentum into the Super 8.
Both sides arrive unbeaten. Both sides have looked sharp. And both know that in tournament cricket, rhythm is everything.
New Zealand has been clinical, structured, disciplined, and ruthless in the middle overs. South Africa, meanwhile, has played with power and pace, leaning on their explosive batting core and a fast-bowling unit capable of dismantling any lineup.
New Zealand vs South Africa 24th Match Odds
With both teams undefeated, bookmakers are keeping the margins tight. There’s no overwhelming favorite, and rightly so.
| Platform | NZ Win Odds | SA Win Odds | Toss Odds (NZ) | Toss Odds (SA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.85 | 1.95 | 1.85 | 1.95 |
| Stake | 1.88 | 1.92 | 1.87 | 1.93 |
| 4RABET | 1.82 | 1.98 | 1.83 | 1.97 |
| BetVibe | 1.86 | 1.94 | 1.84 | 1.96 |
New Zealand holds a slight edge with bookmakers, but South Africa’s firepower ensures this remains a near 50–50 matchup.
Venue Guide – Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The pitch generally offers good bounce and carry early, making stroke play easier in the powerplay. As the match progresses, spinners can extract some grip, but overall, it remains a batting-friendly surface capable of producing 200+ totals.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium | Narendra Modi Stadium |
| City | Ahmedabad, India |
| Capacity | 132,000 |
| Ends | Adani Pavilion End, GMDC End |
| Hosts To | Gujarat, Gujarat Titans |
| Average 1st Innings Score (T20) | ~195–205 runs |
New Zealand vs South Africa Head-to-Head Records (T20Is)
History slightly favors the Proteas. South Africa has traditionally had the edge in T20Is, often overpowering New Zealand with pace and late-order hitting. But World Cups rewrite scripts, and the Black Caps have made a habit of peaking when it matters most.
| Total Matches | 18 |
| New Zealand Won | 7 |
| South Africa Won | 11 |
New Zealand vs South Africa Squads
Here is the comeplete Squad of New Zealand vs South Africa for T20 world cup match:
New Zealand Squad:
Finn Allen, Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (c), James Neesham, Michael Bracewell, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Seifert, Mark Chapman, Jacob Duffy
Key Players to Watch
- Finn Allen (NZ) – Explosive starts can tilt the match early.
- Mitchell Santner (NZ) – Crucial with both bat and ball.
South Africa Squad:
Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock, David Miller, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj, George Linde, Ryan Rickelton, Corbin Bosch, Kwena Maphaka, Jason Smith
Key Players to Watch
- Kagiso Rabada (SA) – Big-match bowler who thrives under pressure.
- David Miller (SA) – Dangerous finisher in the death overs.
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New Zealand vs South Africa Match Prediction
This promises to be one of the most evenly matched games of the group stage. New Zealand’s structure and discipline give them a slight advantage, but South Africa’s pace attack and middle-order power could prove decisive.
Expect a high-scoring encounter, with the team handling pressure better in the final overs likely to emerge victorious. On paper, New Zealand holds a narrow edge, but don’t rule out a Proteas statement win.
