Exciting action will unfold when West Indies will confront South Africa in the second T20I match at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg on January 31, starting at 9:30 PM IST.
Get the best SA vs WI Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 3rd T20I match of the West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026. Expert analysis and more.
SA vs WI Match Preview:
South Africa and West Indies will play the third and final T20I at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg on Saturday, 31st January 2026, following the first two matches of the series. Moreover, South Africa already lead the series 2-0 after impressive performances in the opening two games.
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In the second T20I at SuperSport Park, Centurion, West Indies posted a competitive 221/4 in 20 overs, with Shimron Hetmyer scoring 75 and Sherfane Rutherford finishing with 57*, while Brandon King made 49. Subsequently, South Africa chased down the total with ease, finishing on 225/3 in 17.3 overs thanks to a brilliant 115 from Quinton de Kock and a strong 77 from Ryan Rickelton, securing a 7-wicket win with 15 balls to spare.
Therefore, South Africa will look to complete a clean sweep and maintain their dominant form ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. Meanwhile, West Indies will be determined to avoid a whitewash and end the series on a high note in Johannesburg.
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SA vs WI Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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South Africa |
47 |
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West Indies |
16 |
SA vs WI Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
16°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Cloudy |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
173 |
Record of chasing teams:
SA vs WI Playing 11s (Predicted):
South Africa Playing 11:
1) Quinton de Kock
2) Aiden Markram
3) Ryan Rickelton
4) Dewald Brevis
5) Tristan Stubbs
6) Jason Smith
7) Marco Jansen
8) Keshav Maharaj
9) Kagiso Rabada
10) Anrich Nortje
11) Kwena Maphaka
West Indies Playing 11:
1) Shai Hope
2) Brandon King
3) Shimron Hetmyer
4) Rovman Powell
5) Sherfane Rutherford
6) Roston Chase
7) Jason Holder
8) Romario Shepherd
9) Matthew Forde
10) Jayden Seales
11) Akeal Hosein
Hot Picks for SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Aiden Markram – Contributing for South Africa as a right-handed batter and right-arm off-break option, he has produced 101 runs in the series so far, offering composed middle-order stability and leadership through measured batting. |
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Quinton de Kock – Featuring for South Africa as a left-handed wicketkeeper-batter, he has enjoyed a productive series so far, accumulating 115 runs with fluent stroke play and assured top-order presence. |
Top Picks:
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Shimron Hetmyer – Operating at the top of the order for the West Indies as a left-handed batter, he has delivered a productive series so far by accumulating 123 runs with confident stroke play and positive intent. |
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Ryan Rickelton – Representing South Africa as a left-handed batter, he has been in strong form during the series so far, compiling 117 runs with confident stroke play and steady top-order contributions. |
Budget Picks:
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Dewald Brevis – Powering South Africa’s middle order as a right-handed aggressive batter, he brings explosive shot-making and the ability to shift momentum rapidly during key phases of the innings. |
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Roston Chase – Representing the West Indies as a right-handed batter and right-arm off-break bowler, he provides dependable all-round balance through steady batting and controlled spin support. |
SA vs WI West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Quinton de Kock & Aiden Markram |
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Vice-Captain |
Ryan Rickelton & Shimron Hetmyer |
SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Quinton de Kock ©, Ryan Rickelton
- Batters – Shimron Hetmyer (vc), Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Matthew Forde
- Bowlers – Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Akeal Hosein
SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton (vc)
- Batters – Shimron Hetmyer, Brandon King, Dewald Brevis
- All-rounders – Aiden Markram ©, Roston Chase, Marco Jansen
- Bowlers – Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Akeal Hosein
SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd T20I West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Jason Smith |
7.0 credits |
NA |
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Gudakesh Motie |
8.0 credits |
DNP |
SA vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 3rd T20I West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Quinton de Kock |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Aiden Markram |
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Punt Picks |
Roston Chase and Dewald Brevis |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-3-3-3 |
SA vs WI Match Winner Prediction:
Based on the team composition and current performance, South Africa is anticipated to secure a victory in this match.