South Africa vs West Indies, 3rd T20I – West Indies in South Africa 2025/26 The third T20I between South Africa and West Indies wraps up a shortened three-match series at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on January 31, 2026, starting at 18:00 local time (that’s 20:30 IST). It’s a dead rubber after South Africa’s dominant 2-0 lead, but both teams eye a final tune-up before the T20 World Cup.
South Africa lead 2-0, having chased down targets comfortably in Paarl and Centurion, including a blazing effort sparked by Quinton de Kock’s century in the second game. For the Proteas, securing their first T20I series win in six attempts under new coach Shukri Conrad adds momentum heading into the World Cup. West Indies, meanwhile, desperately need a morale boost after sloppy fielding and poor bowling handed South Africa easy wins; only four wickets in two games tells the story.
The Wanderers pitch promises fireworks, with recent SA20 games seeing totals over 200 and even 410 runs in one thriller—expect true pace, carry from altitude, and batsmen-friendly bounce early on. Toss favors batting first, as teams defending have won most recent T20Is here. Weather looks clear by match time after possible afternoon showers, with temps around 26-28°C dropping to 17-18°C at night.
WI vs SA Match Details
- Match: 3rd T20 Match
- Teams: South Africa vs West Indies 3rd T20
- Date: 31 January 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM 11:00 AM GMT / 4:00 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore
SA vs WI Live Streaming Info
South Africa vs West Indies 3rd T20I Live Streaming
Catch the series decider live from Johannesburg today, starting at 18:00 local time (20:30 IST). In India, tune into Star Sports for TV coverage or stream on JioHotstar app/website.
Pakistan Options
Tapmad offers ad-free live streams of the full West Indies tour of South Africa series, perfect for local fans.
Willow.tv also covers globally where available. Live scores on Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo, or official ICC site.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
SABC Plus offers free live streams of the match for viewers in South Africa—download the app or visit their site, no subscription needed. In Pakistan, PTV Sports might carry free TV coverage via satellite (check Apstar 7 at 76.5°E), though streaming could require local verification.
Live Streaming Info:
The 3rd T20 will be live on A Sports
Live Score Info:
South Africa vs West Indies live score on ESPN and Cricbuzz Live Score update ball by ball.
Head-to-Head Record
In 29 T20Is overall, South Africa hold a slight edge with 16 wins to West Indies’ 12, and one tie. The last five meetings have been split: South Africa won the 1st and 2nd of this series, West Indies took the one before convincingly, but SA’s home form tips recent momentum their way.
Probable Playing XI
South Africa: Aiden Markram (capt), Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickleton (wk), Dewald Brevis, Jason Smith, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj/George Linde, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi
West Indies: Brandon King, Shai Hope (capt, wk), Roston Chase, Quentin Sampson, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales
South Africa Analysis
South Africa’s batting depth has been ruthless, with de Kock (blazing ton in game 2) and Ryan Rickleton (77* in the chase) piling on partnerships that crushed WI attacks. Their bowling mixed it up effectively—George Linde grabbed three in the opener—while pace trio Rabada, Nortje, and Jansen exploit bounce. Weakness? Middle-order finishing untested, but Jason Smith could shine if needed pre-World Cup. Form: WWLLW.
West Indies Analysis
West Indies’ batting showed glimpses—Rovman Powell and Shimron Hetmyer rebuilt in the first—but fielding lapses (drops of Markram and Rickleton) proved costly. Bowling lacks bite, with just four scalps; Jason Holder nears 100 T20I wickets but needs support from spin like Akeal Hosein. Strengths lie in chasing (record 236 here in 2015), but sloppiness everywhere hurts. Form: LLWLL.
Match Prediction
South Africa’s firepower and home advantage at a high-scoring Wanderers should seal a 3-0 series whitewash, even if WI chase well—expect another batting clinic from the hosts by 10-15 runs or 5-7 wickets.