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WI vs SA: Semi-final berth on the line today!
26 Feb
Summary
- South Africa can secure semi-final spot with a win against West Indies.
- West Indies lead Group 1 with a superior net run rate over South Africa.
- India's semi-final hopes depend on favorable results and strong performances.

South Africa can become the second team to qualify for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a victory over West Indies. The crucial match is scheduled for today at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Both South Africa and West Indies currently have two points in Super 8 Group 1.
West Indies currently leads the group with a superior net run rate of +5.035. India, in third place, will play Zimbabwe. The outcome of the South Africa versus West Indies match will significantly influence India's qualification scenario.
If South Africa wins against West Indies and India secures a dominant victory over Zimbabwe, then India's subsequent match against Zimbabwe on Sunday will effectively be a semi-final. However, if Zimbabwe unexpectedly defeats the West Indies, India could be close to elimination.
The Super 8 Group 1 table shows West Indies with a 5.350 NRR and South Africa with 3.80. India and Zimbabwe have 0 points, with negative NRR values.




