The T20 World Cup 2026 starts on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. South Africa’s cricket team, the Proteas, wants to win the trophy this year. In 2024, they made history by reaching their first final but lost a close game to India. They are now ready to try again.
Aiden Markram will lead the team as captain. The squad includes famous stars like Quinton de Kock, David Miller, and Kagiso Rabada. The Proteas are in Group D. They will play against Canada, Afghanistan, New Zealand, and the UAE in the first round.
Their first match is against Canada on February 9. This game is scheduled to take place at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Their next match is against Afghanistan on February 11 at the same venue. On February 14, they face New Zealand in a big group game. They finish the group stage against the UAE on February 18 in Delhi.
Where To Watch T20 World Cup In South Africa?
Fans in South Africa can watch every match live. SuperSport is the official broadcaster for the tournament. You can watch the games on SuperSport’s TV channels. If you want to watch on your phone or computer, you can use the SuperSport website or app.
You will need a DStv subscription to access these channels. Most matches will be on the SuperSport Cricket and Grandstand channels. Fans can also choose to listen to commentary in English, Afrikaans, or isiXhosa.
Proteas Group Stage Schedule:
- February 9: vs Canada (Ahmedabad)
- February 11: vs Afghanistan (Ahmedabad)
- February 14: vs New Zealand (Ahmedabad)
- February 18: vs UAE (Delhi)
The top two teams from the group will move to the Super 8 stage. The final match of the tournament will take place on March 8.
