T20 World Cup Super-8: South Africa wins the toss, West Indies will bat first; Both teams eyeing semi-finals

West Indies vs South Africa, Super-8, Match No.7: The 7th match of the Super-8 round of T20 World Cup 2026 is being played between West Indies and South Africa. South Africa won the toss and decided to bowl first. This match is very important for both the teams. The team which wins this match will reach the semi-finals.

In this match being played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, South Africa captain Markram won the toss and decided to bowl first. After winning the toss he said that the wicket looked very good. We have played one or two matches here before also. The pitch is looking a bit sticky in the beginning, but hopefully as the match progresses, the moisture will reduce and the target will be easier to chase later on.

What did Markram say about playing in Narendra Modi Stadium?

As far as the identity of playing here is concerned, we consider ourselves lucky that we got a chance to play some matches on this ground. However, every pitch here has been quite different from each other. For example, the match we played against India was on the other side of the same square and its nature was completely different. Therefore, it is most important for us that whatever the circumstances, we implement our plans properly. The players are doing a great job in this matter. There is no change in the team, we are going with the same combination.

What did Shai Hope say after losing the toss?

After losing the toss, Shai Hope said that this time too we will have to bat first and score good runs on the board. To be honest, we would have liked to bowl first, but the circumstances are such that we have to bat first and we are ready for that. There has been a change in the team. Roston Chase has been included in the team in place of Akil Hussain.

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The last time these two teams met, South Africa had won. But today’s contest is a new opportunity. We have to play our best cricket again. They are in great form at the moment, so it is important for us to maintain our focus and maintain our momentum

Playing-11 of both the teams

South Africa: Aiden Markram (captain), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brewis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jensen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi.

west indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk/captain), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Ford, Gudakesh Moti, Shamar Joseph