The NZ vs RSA clash in the 24th Match, Group D of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises to be one of the most high-quality contests of the group stage. Both New Zealand and South Africa arrive with strong recent form, explosive top orders, and bowling units capable of shifting momentum quickly.
New Zealand remain unbeaten in Group D so far, while South Africa pulled off a dramatic Super Over win against Afghanistan and dominated Canada convincingly. With semifinal implications already building, this encounter at the massive Narendra Modi Stadium could define Group D standings.
Match Overview – NZ vs RSA
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | New Zealand vs South Africa (Group D) |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Date | 14 February 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM Local / 1:30 PM GMT |
| Capacity | 132,000 |
| Ends | Adani Pavilion End, GMDC End |
NZ vs RSA – Team Form (Most Recent First)
| Team | Last Five Matches |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | W, W, L, W, L |
| South Africa | W, W, L, W, W |
New Zealand Recent Performance
- Dominated UAE by 10 wickets
- Chased comfortably against Afghanistan
- Competitive series vs India
The Black Caps are showing balance in both chase and defense. Their powerplay efficiency has been impressive, particularly with aggressive starts from Tim Seifert.
South Africa Recent Performance
- Super Over win vs Afghanistan
- Big 57-run win over Canada
- Close DLS loss vs West Indies
South Africa’s bowling unit looks sharper, especially in the death overs, with Lungi Ngidi leading the charge.
NZ vs RSA – Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
| Date | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | New Zealand | 3 runs |
| Jul 2025 | New Zealand | 7 wickets |
| Jul 2025 | New Zealand | 21 runs |
| Feb 2017 | South Africa | 78 runs |
| Aug 2015 | New Zealand | 32 runs |
Trend: New Zealand have dominated recent meetings, winning 4 of the last 5 encounters.
Venue & Pitch Report – Narendra Modi Stadium
Ahmedabad’s black soil surface often offers early seam movement under lights before flattening out. The large outfield dimensions test power hitters, but clean strikers can still clear boundaries comfortably.
Weather Report (14 February 2026)
| Factor | Condition |
|---|---|
| Day High | 31°C |
| Night Low | 15°C |
| Humidity | 32% (Dry) |
| Wind | 11 km/hr (NNW) |
| Rain | 0% |
| Cloud Cover | 5% (Clear night) |
Recent Match Performance – NZ vs RSA
| Statistic | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 17 (T20Is) |
| 1st Batting Team Won | 10 |
| 2nd Batting Team Won | 7 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Average Batting Score | ~165 (Across recent T20 formats) |
| Highest Score | 214/7 (NZ) |
| Lowest Score | 86/10 (SA) |
| Pitch Report | Bowling Pitch (Pace-friendly with significant movement under lights) |
Players To Watch: NZ vs RSA
| Key Batters | Key Bowlers |
|---|---|
| Tim Seifert (NZ) | Jacob Duffy (NZ) |
| Glenn Phillips (NZ) | Ish Sodhi (NZ) |
| Quinton de Kock (SA) | Lungi Ngidi (SA) |
| Aiden Markram (SA) | Corbin Bosch (SA) |
Full Squad: New Zealand (NZ) vs. South Africa (SA)
| No. | New Zealand (NZ) | Role | South Africa (SA) | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mitchell Santner (c) | Bowling Allrounder | Aiden Markram (C) | Middle-order Batter |
| 2 | Finn Allen | Top-order Batter | Corbin Bosch | Allrounder |
| 3 | Mark Chapman | Allrounder | Dewald Brevis | Middle-order Batter |
| 4 | Devon Conway † | Wicketkeeper Batter | Quinton de Kock † | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 5 | Jacob Duffy | Bowler | Marco Jansen | Bowling Allrounder |
| 6 | Lockie Ferguson | Bowler | George Linde | Allrounder |
| 7 | Matt Henry | Bowler | Keshav Maharaj | Bowler |
| 8 | Kyle Jamieson | Bowler | Kwena Maphaka | Bowler |
| 9 | Daryl Mitchell | Batting Allrounder | David Miller | Middle-order Batter |
| 10 | James Neesham | Batting Allrounder | Lungi Ngidi | Bowler |
| 11 | Glenn Phillips | Allrounder | Anrich Nortje | Bowler |
| 12 | Rachin Ravindra | Batting Allrounder | Kagiso Rabada | Bowler |
| 13 | Tim Seifert † | Wicketkeeper Batter | Ryan Rickelton † | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| 14 | Ish Sodhi | Bowler | Jason Smith | Top-order Batter |
| 15 | — | — | Tristan Stubbs | Middle-order Batter |
NZ vs RSA – Betting Tips (Clear & Practical)
| Tip Category | Pick |
|---|---|
| Who Will Win Toss | New Zealand |
| Match Winner | New Zealand |
| Total Boundaries | 34+ |
| Player of the Match | Finn Allen / Quinton de Kock |
| 1st Innings Total | 175+ |
| Most Wickets | Ish Sodhi / Kagiso Rabada |
Final Prediction
The NZ vs RSA encounter is finely balanced, but New Zealand’s recent dominance in head-to-head clashes and unbeaten Group D momentum give them a slight edge. Their spin depth and composed finishing ability make them marginal favorites.
South Africa possess explosive power and world-class pace options, but they must control the powerplay and avoid middle-over slowdowns.
Prediction: New Zealand to win
- A close contest by 8–15 runs or 4–6 wickets.
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FAQs
1.Who is favorite to win NZ vs RSA?
New Zealand hold a slight edge due to recent form and head-to-head dominance.
2.What is a competitive total in Ahmedabad?
Anything above 170–175 is competitive under lights.
3.Best fantasy picks?
Quinton de Kock, Finn Allen, Glenn Phillips, Kagiso Rabada.
4.Can South Africa win?
Yes, especially if their pace attack strikes early and de Kock fires in the powerplay.
5.Is dew a major factor?
Unlikely, as humidity is low and conditions are expected to stay dry.