The T20 World Cup 2026 heats up with a pivotal Group D battle between South Africa and New Zealand, slated for Saturday evening at Ahmedabad’s iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium. Kickoff is at 7 PM, and the winner here is likely to claim top spot in the group after both teams’ perfect starts with two victories apiece.
South Africa holds a perfect 4-0 record against New Zealand in T20 World Cups, a statistic that underscores the Kiwis’ quest for a breakthrough win. Overall in T20Is, the Proteas dominate with 11 triumphs to New Zealand’s 3 across 17 clashes.
Boosting New Zealand’s confidence is their recent dominance, securing victories in the last three T20 encounters with South Africa. Meanwhile, the Proteas are riding high from their edge-of-the-seat super over win against Afghanistan in the previous game.
Expect plenty of runs on the flat Narendra Modi pitch, known for favoring stroke-makers. Ahmedabad’s weather looks ideal—sunny conditions, max 33°C, min 17°C, zero chance of precipitation.
Tune in via Star Sports or Jio Hotstar for every boundary and wicket. This matchup blends historical baggage with current form, setting up an unmissable contest that could redefine rivalries.