In a high-octane rematch of the 2024 Super 8 classic, the West Indies and South Africa collide once again in Match 7 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8s. Taking place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, this fixture is a clash of titans with Group 1 supremacy on the line. Both sides have arrived in the Super 8s with dominant group-stage performances, and given their recent bilateral history in January, this encounter promises to be a tactical masterclass. You can catch the action live on [[/channel/willow-sports-live-cricket-tv/:Willow by Cricbuzz]]. Head-to-Head: A Dead Heat The rivalry between the Proteas and the Windies has reached a fever pitch in 2026. After a three-match series in South Africa last month, the historical record remains perfectly balanced, setting the stage for this tie-breaker on neutral soil. Overall T20Is: 29 matches (South Africa 15, West Indies 14). Jan 29, 2026: South Africa won by 7 wickets ([[/fighter/quinton-de-kock-quinny/40382/:Quinton de Kock]] 115 off 49 balls). Jan 27, 2026: South Africa won by 9 wickets ([[/fighter/aiden-markram/40381/:Aiden Markram]] 86*). 2024 T20 World Cup: South Africa won by 3 wickets (DLS) in a rain-curtailed Super 8 thriller. Team Form & Recent Results West Indies (W-W-W-W-W) The "Men in Maroon" are the undisputed power-hitters of the tournament. After steamrolling through Group C, they are looking to avenge their recent bilateral series loss in South Africa. Their ability to post 200+ totals has been the hallmark of their 2026 campaign. Group Stage: Qualified 1st from Group C (Undefeated). Match 37: Facing Italy (Feb 19) to maintain their perfect streak. Key Stat: [[/fighter/romario-shepherd/40416/:Romario Shepherd]] and Alzarri Joseph have been the most successful pace duo in the tournament's first round. South Africa (W-W-W-W-L) The Proteas are peaking at the perfect time. Under [[/fighter/aiden-markram/40381/:Aiden Markram]], they have found a winning formula that blends aggressive opening partnerships with a disciplined spin-and-pace attack. They became the first team in the tournament to win a bilateral series in 2026, giving them a psychological edge. Group Stage: Qualified 1st from Group D (Undefeated). Super 8 Match 3: Facing India (Feb 22) in an Ahmedabad blockbuster. News: [[/fighter/quinton-de-kock-quinny/40382/:Quinton de Kock]] enters the Super 8s in legendary form, having recently smashed a 49-ball century against the Windies in Centurion. Players in Focus [[/fighter/quinton-de-kock-quinny/40382/:Quinton de Kock]] (South Africa): The "Windies Specialist." His 115 off 49 balls in January proved he can dismantle this specific bowling attack. On the true bounce of the Ahmedabad track, he is the Proteas' primary weapon. [[/fighter/nicholas-pooran/40418/:Nicholas Pooran]] (West Indies): The engine of the Windies' middle order. After a quiet series in South Africa, he has found his range in the World Cup and will be the key to navigating Keshav Maharaj's spin. [[/fighter/kagiso-rabada/40384/:Kagiso Rabada]] (South Africa): The leader of the attack. His battle against the aggressive Brandon King and [[/fighter/shai-hope/40417/:Shai Hope]] in the powerplay will determine if South Africa can restrict the West Indies' explosive starts. Andre Russell (West Indies): The ultimate "X-Factor." With the large boundaries in Ahmedabad, his dual role as a death-overs specialist and a lower-order finisher makes him the most valuable player on the field.