West Indies vs South Africa (WI vs SA) is the 50th match of T20 World Cup 2024. The two teams are part of the same Super 8 Group, and England and the USA are also present in this group. Even though South Africa has won both its matches in the Super 8, the West Indies have a better run rate with only one win in two games. This match is a virtual qualifier for the semi-finals. The team that wins is most likely going to play in one of the semi-finals of the tournament.
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Match Details
- Match: West Indies vs South Africa
- Date: 24 June 2024
- Timing: 6:00 AM IST
- Venue: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua
- Live Stream: Disney+ Hotstar Online and Star Sports TV Channel
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Sir Vivian Richards Stadium Pitch Report
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium has hosted a few matches in the tournament, and all of them have turned out to be on the surface that is quite difficult to bat on. A score of 160 or above is a winning total on this ground. Spinners are highly effective in the middle overs as the ball stops and batters struggle to time the ball. On the other hand, pacers are equally effective in the first few overs. There is some swing and grip in the pitches for the fast bowlers. Only set batters can really put pressure on bowlers.
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Weather Forecast
There is a slight chance of thunderstorms and rain during the West Indies vs South Africa match. If the match gets abandoned, then South Africa will qualify for the semi-finals as they have two wins compared to one win of West Indies in the Super 8. However, abandoning the match seems unlikely. But we may see a shortened match due to the rain. The team which wins the toss would definitely look to bat second.
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Squads
West Indies: Rovman Powell (c), Alzarri Joseph, Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Kyle Myers, Gudakesh Motie, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd
South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Ottniel Baartman, Gerald Coetzee, Quinton de Kock, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, David Miller, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Probable Playing XI
West Indies: Johnson Charles, Shai Hope, Nicholas Pooran (WK), Roston Chase, Rovman Powell (C), Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Obed McCoy
South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock (WK), Aiden Markram (C), Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje
Also Read: T20 World Cup Stats: Most Runs, Most Wickets, Highest Score, Lowest Score & More
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Top Players to Watch Out For
- Nicholas Pooran: The West Indian wicketkeeper batter is one of the highest run-getters in the tournament. He recently played a blazing-fast knock against Afghanistan and is looking in dangerous form. Pooran could change the match on his own, and therefore, he is certainly among the players to watch out for.
- David Miller: The South African southpaw is undoubtedly one of the best finishers in T20 cricket. He has saved South Africa in a couple of matches and is expected to deliver in a big-stakes match like this.
- Heinrich Klaasen: Hailed as one of the best T20 batters of this generation, Heinrich Klaasen is yet to play a T20 World Cup knock that justifies his talent. He is expected to play a major role in this match.
Also Read: South Africa Cricket Team T20 Stats: Most Runs, Most Wickets, Highest Score and More
WI vs SA: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8- Who Will Win the Match?
South Africa is expected to get the better of West Indies in this match. The Proteas have not lost a single match in this World Cup and they look a better all-round team than the West Indies.
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