Published on: Feb 21, 2026 7:05 pm IST | Updated on: Feb 20, 2026 4:10 pm IST
The first game from Group 1 of the Super 8s stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is upon us. Group A toppers and defending champions India will be taking on the finalists of the last edition and Group D toppers South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This will be a rerun of last edition’s final in Barbados that witnessed Team India winning the coveted title for the second time in their cricketing history. A cracker of a game is surely on the cards with both teams eyeing a win to kick-start their Super 8 campaign. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the 43rd match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Both teams are in top form, as they are yet to lose a game in this tournament. However, in recent times, India has had the wood over the Proteas. India defeated South Africa in a 5-match T20I series at home ahead of this World Cup 3-1 and also managed to beat them in the World Cup warm-up game. Therefore, India’s recent success over South Africa makes them the favorites in this game, and the win probability meter should also lean in their favor. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 43rd match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
SA: 46% win chance IND: 54% win chance
Ishan Kishan is probably in the form of his life. In just 4 innings he has amassed 176 runs, including 2 fifties at a blistering strike rate of 202.29, which is the most for any batter who has scored above 50 runs in this tournament.
The Indian skipper has been among the runs in this World Cup so far. In 4 innings he has 162 runs to his name, striking at a rate of 136.13.
The Proteas wicket-keeper batter loves playing against India, irrespective of the format. So far, he has a fifty in the tournament and has amassed 118 runs from 4 innings.
Rickleton has relished batting at no 3 in this tournament. So far, he has scored 145 runs in the 4 innings he has played so far striking magnificently at 190.78.
Check out our prediction for the IND vs SA 43rd match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
India head into match 43 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s against South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad with momentum firmly on their side. The Men in Blue have enjoyed the upper hand in recent encounters, winning three of the last five T20Is between the two teams.
India’s confidence stems not only from their head-to-head record but also from their comprehensive 3–1 series win at home against South Africa earlier this year. Adding to that, India also defeated the Proteas in a World Cup warm-up game, further reinforcing their dominance. Their batting depth, led by explosive top-order performers in Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma, and a versatile bowling attack led by Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah, have consistently troubled South Africa.
Playing at home in front of a packed Ahmedabad crowd, India will look to capitalize on familiar conditions and extend their winning streak. With recent success as a psychological boost, India enters this clash as favorites, aiming to strengthen their Super 8 campaign and underline their credentials to defend their title.
South Africa face a stern test in match 43 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s as they take on India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, in what would be a rerun of the 2024 edition final of the T20 World Cup. The Proteas enter this contest knowing they must rethink their approach, having struggled against India in recent encounters.
In the last five meetings, South Africa managed just one win, while India claimed three victories, and one game ended without a result. Earlier this year, India also defeated South Africa 3–1 in a bilateral T20I series and followed it up with a win in the World Cup warm-up game. These results underline India’s dominance and highlight the need for South Africa to devise fresh strategies.
For the Proteas, success will depend on their ability to counter India’s explosive batting and versatile bowling attack. Their pace unit must strike early to unsettle India’s top order, while the middle order needs to show resilience against spin. Tactical flexibility and disciplined execution will be key if South Africa are to break India’s momentum and keep their Super 8 campaign alive. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 31 IND won: 18 SA won: 12 No Result: 1 Tied: 0 RECENT form INDIA: W W W W W RECENT form SOUTH AFRICA: L W W W W
India and South Africa have collided 31 times in T20I cricket. Team India has had the upper hand with 18 wins, whereas South Africa has registered 12 wins. One game between the two sides ended without a result.
How will the two teams, i.e., South Africa and India, fare in the 43rd match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026? Let’s take a look.
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
Aiden Markram (C), Quinton de Kock (WK), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungisani Ngidi
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 43rd match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 between South Africa and India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad:
With Ahmedabad’s surface offering bounce and pace early before slowing down, the captain winning the toss is likely to bat first. A total above 170 could prove decisive. Dew in the second innings may favor batting, but spinners will play a key role in defending totals.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the 43rd Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this World Cup will take place on Star Sports Network channels.
Both teams are undefeated so far, making this an intriguing contest. Playing at home, Team India will have the upper hand heading into this contest. India has the wood over South Africa in recent times as well. They won a 5-match T20I series against South Africa at home 3-1 ahead of this World Cup and have the momentum backing them. India should start as the favorites. Therefore, as per our prediction, India is expected to win the IND vs SA, 43rd match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
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