New Zealand vs South Africa: Live Scorecard and Match Updates – T20 World Cup 2026
AHMEDABAD, 14 February 2026 – The Narendra Modi Stadium plays host to a pivotal Group D encounter today as New Zealand face South Africa in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. South Africa captain Aiden Markram has won the toss and elected to bowl first under the lights in Ahmedabad, seeking to maintain the Proteas’ historic dominance over the Black Caps in T20 World Cup history.
Match Situation: New Zealand Off to Steady Start
New Zealand’s opening pair, Tim Seifert and Finn Allen, have commenced the innings with intent. Seifert, who has been in scintillating form throughout the tournament following a dominant performance against the UAE and Afghanistan, survived an early scare from Lungi Ngidi’s outswing. South Africa have made one tactical change to their lineup, bringing in Corbin Bosch to bolster their bowling attack.
The Black Caps currently sit at the top of Group D with an impressive Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.919. However, history remains on the side of the Proteas; South Africa holds a perfect 4-0 record against New Zealand in previous Men’s T20 World Cup meetings, with victories spanning from Durban to Chattogram.
Head-to-Head Record: NZ vs SA
| Format | Matches Played | New Zealand Wins | South Africa Wins | Draw/No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Matches | 49 | 7 | 26 | 16 |
| ODI Matches | 74 | 27 | 42 | 5 |
| T20 World Cup | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Key Match Information
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Toss: South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl.
- New Zealand Captain: Mitchell Santner
- South Africa Captain: Aiden Markram
- Weather: Clear skies, approximately 28 Celsius.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the NZ vs SA live stream?
The match is being broadcast live on Sky Sports Cricket in the United Kingdom and via official ICC broadcast partners globally. In France and Europe, fans can follow the live scorecard and digital updates through official tournament platforms.
What is the significance of this match for Group D?
Both teams are currently in strong positions. New Zealand remains unbeaten in the group stage so far, while South Africa is looking to secure their spot in the knockout rounds following a narrow victory over Afghanistan and a dominant win against Canada earlier in the tournament.
Who are the key players to watch?
For New Zealand, opening batter Tim Seifert is the man in form, having recently scored 65 against Afghanistan. For South Africa, the pace of Lungi Ngidi and the leadership of Aiden Markram are critical to maintaining their unbeaten T20 World Cup streak against the Kiwis.