South Africa and West Indies gear up for the 2nd T20I, starting January 29. The match will be held at SuperSport Park in Centurion. The 1st T20I which was held at Boland Park, Paarl, saw the hosts claim a massive 9-wicket win. This helped them take a 1-0 lead in the series.

Aiden Markram led the way for his side in the chase, scoring a knock of an unbeaten 86. Ryan Rickelton also chipped in. For the Windies, they need to pull their socks up and show character.

Shai Hope, who missed the 1st clash due to a niggle, is expected to return alongside Shamar Joseph. For the SA side, several senior players rested for the 1st clash will make a return. All eyes will be on Quinton de Kock and Lungi Ngidi.

South Africa T20I squad

Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Dewald Brevis, Aiden Markram (c), Jason Smith, Rubin Hermann, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Eathan Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka.

West Indies T20I squad

Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (wk) (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Quentin Sampson, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph.

What is the H2H record between South Africa and West Indies?

South Africa and West Indies have faced each other 27 times in T20I cricket. The Proteas have claimed 13 wins with West Indies managing 14 wins. 

As per ESPNcricinfoon South African soil, the two sides have clashed 10 times. Both sides have won 5 games each.

In Centurion, they have clashed two times to date. Both teams have picked one win each.

Probable XI of both teams

South Africa probable XI for the 2nd T20I

Aiden Markram (captain), Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Dewald Brevis, Jason Smith, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi.

West Indies probable XI for the 2nd T20I

Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (captain & wk), Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales.

SuperSport Park, Centurion & Key Details of the Stadium

The SuperSport Park is located in Centurion. The stadium hosted its first ODI in 1992 and the first Test in 1995. It has a capacity of 22,000 people. The stadium hosted its first T20I in 2009. The stadium is host to the Pretoria Capitals in SA20.

What is the Pitch like at the SuperSport Park, Centurion?

The SuperSport Park in Centurion is expected to provide a good pitch to bat on. During the SA20 2025-26 season, the surfaces played in here were quite balanced, providing help for the seamers while the batters willing to spend time in the middle scored runs with relative ease. The match in Centurion can be a high-scoring game. Pacers can expect good bounce on this surface. Moisture could aid swing bowlers given there is a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon which will get clear by evening.

Key Stats & Records at the SuperSport Park, Centurion

A total of 16 T20I matches have been played here. South Africa own a 7-9 win-loss record. 

SA hold the highest team total record here, scoring 259/4 in 18.5 overs versus WI in 2023. WI own the 2nd-highest T20I team total, scoring 258/5 against in the same match. 

Reeza Hendricks owns the most runs (323) at 46.14. For WI, Johnson Charles owns 146 runs here from two matches.

Former SA pacer Chris Morris owns 7 scalps here. Among present players, Marco Jansen has four wickets.

SA vs WI: Weather Forecast – Will Rain Play a Role?

The weather in Centurion on Thursday is expected to be cloudy, with temperatures around 27°C. There are chances of passing thunderstorms in the afternoon.

SA vs WI: Pitch Advantage for Which Side?

All things considered, both sides will be up for it on a surface that will help pace with swing assisting fast bowlers. Both teams are expected to go in with heavy pace options. With the series to be decided, one can expect a cracking contest. 

FAQs – Pitch Report for SuperSport Park, Centurion

What is the pitch report for SuperSport Park, Centurion

The match in Centurion can be a high-scoring game. In five SA20 matches this season, there were three instances of first-innings scores in excess of 175 and two of those were won by the team batting first. Pacers can expect good bounce on this surface. Moisture could aid swing bowlers given there is a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon which will get clear by evening.

What is SA and WI’s record at the SuperSport Park, Centurion?

In Centurion, they have clashed two times to date. Both teams have picked one win each.

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