West Indies vs South Africa Match Highlights, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Match 47 | Feb 26: Proteas Chase 177 and Seal 9-Wicket Win To Strengthen Group 1 Lead

WI vs SA 47th T20 World Cup Match Highlights saw South Africa secure a commanding nine-wicket win with 23 balls remaining at the Narendra Modi Stadium on February 26, 2026. Chasing 177, South Africa surged to the top of the Group 1 points table, while West Indies remained second after the Super Eights clash.

Asked to bat first after losing the toss, West Indies endured a turbulent powerplay. Reduced to 43/4 inside four overs and 52/4 at the end of the mandatory phase, the innings never fully stabilised. Early strikes from Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi dismantled the top order, with Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer and Brandon King all dismissed within the first four overs.

The middle overs offered limited resistance as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. By 10.2 overs, West Indies were 83/7, struggling to rebuild momentum. Jason Holder attempted consolidation with a measured 49 off 31 balls, stitching a crucial eighth-wicket stand with Romario Shepherd. Shepherd’s unbeaten 52 from 37 deliveries, including four sixes, lifted the total to 176/8, a competitive recovery considering the early collapse.

South Africa’s chase was assertive from the outset. They powered to 69/0 in the powerplay, neutralising any scoreboard pressure. Aiden Markram dictated tempo with crisp boundary hitting, reaching his half-century off just 27 balls. Quinton de Kock complemented him with 47 off 24 before falling at 95/1 in the eighth over.

From there, Markram and Ryan Rickelton ensured there were no further setbacks. The pair added an unbroken 82-run stand, pacing the innings efficiently through the middle overs. South Africa crossed 150 inside 14 overs and sealed victory in 16.1 overs at a run rate of 10.94, underscoring their batting depth and tactical control.

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Toss Winner

Winning the toss, South Africa elected to take the field first.

Key Moment

South Africa’s 69-run powerplay without loss decisively shifted the match, erasing the target pressure early and contrasting sharply with West Indies’ 52/4 start.

Star Performer / MVP

Aiden Markram was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 82 off 46 balls, anchoring and accelerating the chase with a strike rate of 178.26.

West Indies vs South Africa Match Summary

WI vs SA Playing XI

West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (c)†, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph

South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock †, Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

FAQs – Yesterday’s West Indies vs South Africa 47th Match (Feb 26, 2026)

Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s West Indies vs South Africa match?
A1: Yesterday (February 26, 2026): 47th Match, Super Eights, Group 1.
South Africa (177/1 in 16.1 overs) beat West Indies (176/8 in 20 overs) by 9 wickets.
West Indies: Romario Shepherd scored 52* and Jason Holder made 49.
South Africa: Aiden Markram remained unbeaten on 82.
Result: South Africa moved to first place in Group 1, while West Indies stayed second.

Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Aiden Markram was named the Player of the Match for his unbeaten 82 off 46 balls, guiding South Africa’s successful chase of 177.

Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. South Africa won the toss and elected to field first.

Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For West Indies, Romario Shepherd top-scored with 52 not out. For South Africa, Aiden Markram was the leading run-scorer with 82 not out.

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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