A battle of titans in the group stage of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2026. New Zealand will take on South Africa for Match No. 24 of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both of the teams are hot favourites to qualify for the next round. The match will be a test of nerves, strengths, and temperament ahead of the round of eight.
This article provides a detailed prediction for the New Zealand vs. South Africa (NZ vs. SA) T20 World Cup match. It also consists of the pitch report, key match statistics, and best probable performers, which also include probable playing XIs and match-winning probabilities.
NZ vs SA Match Prediction: Who Will Win the 24th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details: NZ vs SA, T20 World Cup 2026.
Match: T20 World Cup 2026, Match Number 24
Date: Friday, February 14
Time: 7.00 PM IST
Venue: Narendra Modi International, Ahmedabad
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
NZ vs SA Head-to-Head Record:
According to head-to-head stats, New Zealand secured an advantage over the South Africans in the last 5 matches. In the previous five encounters, New Zealand claimed wins in 3 games, while South Africa emerged victorious on the other two occasions.
NZ vs SA Pitch Report & Conditions:
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is well known for multiple high-scoring matches. Both of the teams have multiple big hitters, so another high-scoring match is possible. For Match Number 24, the conditions of the pitch can remain in favour of the batters.
NZ vs SA Weather Report:
A clear sky is expected during the match time, which is scheduled to start at 7.00 PM IST. During the match hours, the temperature is expected to be around 25 to 26 degrees Celsius.
NZ vs SA T20 World Cup probable XIs:
NZ Probable Playing XI: Tim Seifert, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi, and Matt Henry.
SA Probable Playing XI: Aiden Markram (capt), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, and Lungi Ngidi.
Toss Impact:
Because of the dew factor, teams may want to bat second. Chasing a target will be a better option after winning the toss.
Form and Fitness:
No injury updates from the South African camp, but New Zealand sustained a major blow. Their key all-rounder, Michael Bracewell, has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup 2026. The New Zealand cricket board confirmed the exclusion of Bracewell ahead of the crucial match.
NZ vs SA Score Prediction:
When multiple swashbuckling batters gathered for a single match on a batting-friendly surface, a high-scoring encounter was highly possible. Batting first, the team can edge past the 200-run mark. In total, the match can produce more than 400 runs.
NZ vs SA: Players to Perform Prediction:
New Zealand Key Players: Tim Seifert, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner.
South Africa Key Players: Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, and Marco Jansen.
NZ vs SA: Best Batter Prediction:
New Zealand: Tim Seifert or Glenn Phillips
South Africa: Quinton de Kock or Ryan Rickelton.
NZ vs SA: Best Bowler Prediction:
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner or Lockie Ferguson
South Africa: Kagiso Rabada or Marco Jansen.
Conclusion: Who Will Win the NZ vs SA T20 World Cup Match?
If we take a look at the recent match results and the performances in the recent past, as well as their approach on the field, South Africa can outclass the Blackcaps in the match.
