Putting behind the 2024 heartbreak, South Africa will have another shot at the Men’s T20 World Cup in 2026. This time, they will look to emulate their unbeaten 2024 run and cap it off with the trophy.
Here’s South Africa’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule, along with key details.
But before that…
How did South Africa perform in 2024?
The Proteas had a dream run until it all came crashing down in the final. They were unbeaten on their way into the final.
Even in the final, they seemed in control. But India tightened their grip later in the game, denying South Africa their first T20 World Cup title.
How did they qualify for this edition?
South Africa’s appearance in the Super Eight stage was enough for their direct qualification in the 2026 edition.
So, when does South Africa play their first match?
The Proteas will begin their campaign on February 9, 2026. They will play against Canada in their first Group D match in Ahmedabad at 7:00 PM.
Where will South Africa play their matches?
South Africa will be stationed in Ahmedabad for three of their group-stage fixtures. They will travel to Delhi for their last match.
Here are the venues for South Africa’s matches:
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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What’s South Africa’s full T20 World Cup 2026 schedule?
After the Canada game, the Proteas will take on Afghanistan on February 11. Three days later, they will lock horns against New Zealand.
Then they will fly to Delhi for their last group-stage match against the UAE on February 18.
South Africa’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule (Group Stage):
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 9, 2026 | South Africa vs Canada | Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| February 11, 2026 | South Africa vs Afghanistan | Ahmedabad | 11:00 AM |
| February 14, 2026 | South Africa vs New Zealand | Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| February 18, 2026 | South Africa vs UAE | Delhi | 11:00 AM |
Team-wise T20 WC 2026 Schedule
Team India Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Australia Schedule: Venues, Squad
Team England Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team South Africa Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team New Zealand Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Pakistan Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team West Indies Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Afghanistan Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team USA Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Canada Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Nepal Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Namibia Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Netherlands Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Scotland Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Ireland Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Italy Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
Team Oman Schedule: Dates, Venues, Squad
What are South Africa’s key matches?
South Africa’s fixtures against Afghanistan and New Zealand are crucial. These two matches could perhaps make or break their campaign.
Although they have a clean T20I record against Afghanistan, the Afghans can’t be taken lightly. And the Proteas need to be cautious against New Zealand, as they have a 50-50 record against the Kiwis in ICC tournaments.
What could be South Africa’s Super Eight fixtures if they qualify?
South Africa look certain of a Super Eight spot. And if they manage to seal their spot, here are the teams they could face based on pre-assigned seedings.
If South Africa finish in the top two in Group D, then they will be seeded X4:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2026 | X1 (India) vs X4 (South Africa) | Ahmedabad | 7:00 PM |
| February 26, 2026 | X3 (West Indies) vs X4 (South Africa) | Ahmedabad | 3:00 PM |
| March 1, 2026 | X2 (Australia) vs X4 (South Africa) | Delhi | 3:00 PM |
How does South Africa’s squad stack up?
Aiden Markram will lead the Proteas once again. He will open with Quinton de Kock, who is in superb form of late.
Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, and David Miller will follow in the middle order. Corbin Bosch and George Linde could be handy with bat and ball.
Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, and Marco Jansen form a lethal pace quartet. Keshav Maharaj, meanwhile, will lead the spin attack.
South Africa’s squad for the T20 World Cup 2026?
Aiden Markram (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs
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