T2O World Cup Schedule:
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup/schedule
Despite mixed results in T20Is since mid-2024, South Africa boast a settled and formidable core. Quinton de Kock has rediscovered his rhythm at the top, while Aiden Markram continues to lead with calm authority. Dewald Brevis, now playing with renewed freedom, is expected to be a key figure in the middle order after an outstanding SA20 2026, where he finished as the second-highest run-scorer and struck a century in the final. The fast-bowling quartet of Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Marco Jansen and Lungi Ngidi gives South Africa genuine firepower, even if they opt to go with a single specialist spinner in Keshav Maharaj.
T20 World Cup Points Table
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-mens-t20-world-cup/points-table
Canada, though, are not simply here to make up numbers. Under new captain Dilpreet Bajwa, they are aiming to test stronger opponents whenever the opportunity arises. While warm-up losses to Italy and Nepal exposed areas for improvement, Canada possess enough power and belief to compete. Yuvraj Samra’s aggressive approach at the top, Navneet Dhaliwal’s experience and the all-round value of Saad Bin Zafar and Jaskaran Singh provide a solid framework.
With three of South Africa’s four group games scheduled in Ahmedabad, adapting quickly to the surface will be crucial. For Canada, this match represents a chance to challenge perceptions. For South Africa, it is about starting strongly and laying down a marker in their quest to finally lift the trophy.
