ZIM vs SA Today Match Prediction & Head to Head Stats: Who Will Win Today’s Zimbabwe vs South Africa Match? | T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Match 51
- Published: February 28, 2026
- Updated: February 28, 2026
- By AllCric Team
South Africa take on Zimbabwe in the 51st match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on 1 March 2026. This ZIM vs SA match prediction comes with South Africa already confirmed for the semi-finals after a dominant nine-wicket win over West Indies. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, are out of the semi-final race following a 72-run loss to India. South Africa have a perfect T20I record against Zimbabwe, winning all seven previous encounters, and start as clear favorites in this clash.
Aiden Markram has been exceptional for South Africa in this World Cup, scoring 264 runs in six games at an average of 66 and a strike rate of 178.37. Marco Jansen leads the bowling attack with 11 wickets at 16.72. For Zimbabwe, Brian Bennett impressed with 97* in the previous match, but the team faces a daunting challenge against a flawless South African lineup.
ZIM vs SA Match Details
- Match: Zimbabwe vs South Africa, Super 8 (Group 1)
- Series: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
- Date: 1 March 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM IST
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India
ZIM vs SA Pitch Report – Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Pitch Condition: Batting
- Batting Conditions: High Scoring
- Pace Bowling: Swing
- Spin Bowling: Minimal Turn
The pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium has favored high-scoring games in the 2026 T20 World Cup. Teams batting first generally score between 150–165 runs. Powerplay overs offer free scoring, but spinners control the middle phase, slowing the run rate. South Africa, if batting first, will aim for 180–190, while Zimbabwe can target 160–170.
ZIM vs SA Weather Report
- Conditions: Warm and predominantly sunny
- Temperature: Low-30s °C
- Rain: None expected
- Wind: Light winds, dry conditions
ZIM vs SA Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Zimbabwe (ZIM) Won | South Africa (SA) Won |
|---|---|---|
|
07 |
00 |
07 |
Latest meeting (20 Jul 2025): South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 7 wickets
ZIM vs SA Predicted Playing XI
Zimbabwe (ZIM) Predicted XI
Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Graeme Cremer/Tinotenda Maposa, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava
South Africa (SA) Predicted XI
Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje/Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka/Lungi Ngidi
Players to Watch – ZIM vs SA
Batters to Watch
- Aiden Markram (SA) – 264 runs in six games at 66.00 average; strike rate 178.37
- David Miller (SA) – 146 runs in tournament; consistent finisher
- Brian Bennett (ZIM) – 97* in previous match; 277 runs in five games
Bowlers to Watch
- Marco Jansen (SA) – 11 wickets at 16.72; economy 9.27
- Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM) – Leading pacer; known for pace and bounce
- Keshav Maharaj (SA) – Spin option; has taken 8 wickets in tournament
ZIM vs SA Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss is expected to bowl first, taking advantage of early swing and conditions that allow chasing. South Africa have been clinical while chasing and may look to repeat that strategy.
ZIM vs SA Today Match Prediction & Analysis
South Africa enter this clash on the back of six consecutive wins and a perfect record against Zimbabwe in T20Is. Zimbabwe face a tall order after conceding over 250 runs in previous outings, and their batting will be tested against South Africa’s in-form attack.
Given current form, superior head-to-head record, and depth in all departments, our ZIM vs SA match prediction backs South Africa to win comfortably.
👉 Those trying to predict today’s outcome more accurately can refer to the IND vs ZIM Super 8 Match prediction and the WI vs SA Super 8 Match prediction.
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❓FAQs
South Africa are favorites and expected to win comfortably.
Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, David Miller for South Africa; Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza for Zimbabwe.
The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first.
Sunny, warm conditions with low chance of rain and light winds.
170+ is competitive, 180–190 is strong.