SA vs NZ Semi Final LIVE: South Africa vs New Zealand Head To Head Record, Team News

Published: Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:45 [IST]

SA vs NZ LIVE: South Africa and New Zealand are set to meet in the first T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Wednesday, March 4. The night match starts at 7:00 PM, bringing together two teams with strong histories and big names, in one of world cricket’s most famous stadiums.

South Africa enters this knockout after finishing first in Group 1 of the Super 8s, showing consistent form across the round. New Zealand secured a semifinal place by ending second in Group 2. In previous T20 internationals between the sides, South Africa has won more games than New Zealand.

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South Africa will face New Zealand in the first T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on March 4 at 7:00 PM, with South Africa holding a 12-7 head-to-head record in T20 internationals.

T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal head-to-head and match context

The teams have met 19 times in T20 internationals. South Africa has 12 wins, while New Zealand has won 7 matches. This record gives South Africa a historic edge, but knockout games often bring different pressure. Eden Gardens, known for big crowds and spin support, could influence team combinations and bowling choices.

Teams	Matches	South Africa wins	New Zealand wins
South Africa vs New Zealand	19	12	7

T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal venue, timing and live coverage

The semifinal will be played under lights at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, with the first ball scheduled for 7:00 PM on March 4. Fans in India can watch the game live on the Star Sports Network. The match will also be available via livestream on JioHotstar for digital viewers.

South Africa’s squad includes Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller and Tristan Stubbs for batting depth. The all-round and bowling group features George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj and Jason Smith.

New Zealand has named Tim Seifert and Finn Allen at the top, with Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell and Mark Chapman in the middle order. The squad also includes Mitchell Santner, Cole McConchie, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson, James Neesham, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson and Devon Conway, giving several pace and spin options for the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal.

Published On March 4, 2026