SA vs WI Fantasy 11 Prediction | 3rd T20, Playing XI

SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Injury Updates, Pitch Report for West Indies tour of South Africa 2026

South Africa is set to face the West Indies in the 3rd T20 match of the West Indies tour of South Africa 2026 at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday, January 31.

Preview

In the 3rd T20 match of the West Indies tour of South Africa 2026, South Africa (SA) is set to face the West Indies (WI). South Africa performed well in the last game, chasing down a target of 222 runs in just 17.3 overs and winning the game by 7 wickets. Quinton de Kock played well and scored 115 runs in just 49 balls, while Ryan Rickelton also batted well, scoring 77 runs. While bowling, Keshav Maharaj did a good job in bowling as he took two wickets.

On the other hand, the West Indies performed well coming to bat first as they scored 221 runs. Shimron Hetmyer scored 75 runs off 52 balls while Brandon King also performed well and scored 49. Their bowlers showed a disappointing performance in the last game; Akeal Hosein took two wickets while the other bowlers performed poorly.

Match Information- SA vs WI Fantasy 11 Prediction

South Africa vs West Indies, 3rd T20I

West Indies tour of South Africa, 31 Jan 2026, Sat, 9:30 PM IST ,Johannesburg

Probable PlayingXI

South Africa

Q de Kock, A Nortje, AK Markram(C), Dewald Brevis, JF Smith, M Jansen, RD Rickelton, C Bosch, KA Maharaj, K Rabada, L Ngidi

Bench: T Stubbs, GF Linde, Kwena Maphaka, RA Herman

West Indies

Shai Hope(C), Roston Chase, Jason Holder, AJ Hosein, Brandon King, Quentin Sampson, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, SK Springer, Jayden Seales

Bench: Johnson Charles, Amir Jangoo, Keacy Carty, Evin Lewis, Matthew Forde, JP Greaves, A Athanaze, Romario Shepherd, Khary Pierre, Ramon Simmonds, Shamar Joseph, G Moti-Kanhai

Injury News- (Will be added when there is an update)

Weather Report- Clear

Win Prediction- South Africa

Pitch Condition- Average

Avg 1st Inning Score- 168

Pitch Report- SA vs WI Fantasy 11 Prediction

The pitch at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg ‌generally offers a batting-friendly surface. The bounce and pace of the pitch remain consistent, making it easy to score runs, especially for the top-order batters. However, bowlers also get help from the surface as the game progresses.

Captains- 8.5

Quinton de Kock SA | WICKETKEEPER

Quinton de Kock has performed well in the recent past. De Kock has scored 115 runs in the last game. Fans will be expecting a brilliant innings from him in this match.- 7.5

Brandon King WI | bat

Brandon King is an excellent batter who played many outstanding innings for his team. Moreover, he has scored 49 runs in the last game with a strike rate of over 163.

Avoid Player Message- 7

Jason Smith- SA | BAT- 8.5

Quentin Sampson- WI | BAT

Mega League

Players- 11/11

Team 1- 6 : 5

CreditsLeft- 7.5/100

WicketKeeper

Ryan Rickelton- 8.5

Batter

Aiden Markram- 9

Shimron Hetmyer- 9

Sherfane Rutherford- 7.5

AllRounder

Marco Jansen- 9

Bowler

Corbin Bosch- 8.5

Keshav Maharaj- 8

Head To Head

Players- 11/11

Team 1- 7 : 4

CreditsLeft- 8.5/100

WicketKeeper

Ryan Rickelton- 8.5

Batter

Dewald Brevis- 8

Aiden Markram- 9

Shimron Hetmyer- 9

Brandon King- 7.5

Sherfane Rutherford- 7.5

AllRounder

Marco Jansen- 9

Bowler

Corbin Bosch- 8.5

Keshav Maharaj- 8

FAQs – SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction (3rd T20I)

1. When and where will South Africa vs West Indies, 3rd T20I be played?

The 3rd T20I between South Africa and West Indies will be played on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg. The match is scheduled to start at 9:30 PM IST.

2. What is the pitch report for the Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg?

The pitch at the Wanderers Stadium is generally batting-friendly with good pace and bounce. Top-order batters can score freely, but bowlers also get assistance as the match progresses. The average first-innings score at this venue is around 168 runs.

3. How did both teams perform in the previous match?

South Africa chased down a massive target of 222 runs in just 17.3 overs, winning by 7 wickets. Quinton de Kock scored a stunning 115, while Ryan Rickelton added 77. For West Indies, Shimron Hetmyer scored 75 and Brandon King made 49, but their bowling unit struggled despite two wickets from Akeal Hosein.

4. Who are the best captain and vice-captain choices for Dream11?

Quinton de Kock is a top captaincy option after his match-winning century. Ryan Rickelton and Shimron Hetmyer are strong vice-captain choices due to their recent form and batting positions.

5. Which team has a better chance of winning the match?

South Africa are favorites to win the 3rd T20I based on their dominant chase in the previous match and strong batting depth at home conditions.

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