What Happened In a highly anticipated clash at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, South Africa defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in Ahmedabad. South Africa chased down New Zealand’s score of 175, finishing at 178 for 3 in just 17.1 overs. Captain Aiden Markram led the charge with an unbeaten 86 runs off 44 balls, marking his highest score in T20 Internationals. Marco Jansen’s impressive four-wicket haul played a crucial role in dismantling New Zealand’s batting lineup. Why It Matters This victory solidifies South Africa’s position at the top of Group D, maintaining an unbeaten record against New Zealand in T20 World Cups, now standing at 5-0. With six points from three matches, South Africa is well-positioned to advance to the Super Eights. New Zealand, despite the loss, remains in second place with four points from three games, highlighting the competitive nature of the group. What’s Next Looking ahead, South Africa will face the United Arab Emirates in their next match, while New Zealand is set to compete against Canada. Both teams will aim to secure their spots in the next round of the tournament. Post navigation What We Know: Ireland Cricket Team Dominates Oman in Group B Match West Indies Triumph Over Nepal in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026