South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first against West Indies in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s match at Narendra Modi Stadium. West Indies made one change, bringing in Roston Chase for spinner Akeal Hosein. Both teams are unbeaten, with West Indies coming off a 107-run victory over Zimbabwe and South Africa defeating India by 76 runs in their previous matches.
South Africa’s captain, Aiden Markram, expressed confidence in their decision to bowl first, citing the favorable pitch conditions. West Indies’ captain, Shai Hope, emphasized the importance of setting a competitive target after losing the toss. Chase’s inclusion was described as a tactical move, with Hope praising the team’s performance leading up to the game.
The playing XIs for the match are set, with West Indies fielding Brandon King, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, and others. South Africa’s lineup includes Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock, and Kagiso Rabada among others. Both teams are geared up for a crucial encounter in their quest for a spot in the semi-finals.
