SA vs WI Today Match Prediction, 3rd T20I – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026
SA vs WI Today Match Prediction 3rd T20I: South Africa (SA) and West Indies (WI) are set to lock horns in the 3rd T20I of the West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026. If you are searching for South Africa vs West Indies Today Match Prediction, you’re in the right place.
The high-voltage clash will be played on Saturday, January 31, at Buffalo Park, East London, South Africa.
SA vs WI 3rd T20I Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Winner Prediction | South Africa is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Ryan Rickelton (SA), Shimron Hetmyer(WI) |
| Most Wickets | Keshav Maharaj (SA), Akeal Hosein (WI) |
| Most SIX | South Africa to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | South Africa to hit more 4s |
| Fantasy Tips | SA vs WI 3rd T20I Dream11 Prediction |
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SA vs WI 3rd T20I Cricket Match Prediction – Team Analysis
South Africa (SA) Team Analysis
South Africa has already clinched the series by two consecutive wins; they will take the field to achieve a whitewash. They won the last T20I against West Indies by 7 wickets, with Quinton De Kock playing a blistering inning of 115 off 49, supported by Ryan Rickelton, who added 77 off 36. In the bowling section, Keshav Maharaj took two wickets.
South Africa Team Strength Players:
Quinton De Kock ensured a flurry of runs right from the start, scoring 115 off 49 balls.
Ryan Rickelton, with a total of 117 runs, is the leading run scorer for SA.
Aiden Markram has been scoring 101 runs thus far at an average of 101.00.
Dewald Brevis is likely to come in the middle order and is expected to play a crucial knock.
Keshav Maharaj, with a total of 4 wickets, is the leading wicket-taker for SA.
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West Indies (WI) Team Analysis
West Indies will take the field to salvage their pride as they lost two consecutive matches in a row. Shimron Hetmyer steadied the inning in the middle order and scored 75 off 42 balls, and Sherfane Rutherford added 57 off 24. In the bowling, Akeal Hosein picked up two wickets.
West Indies Team Strength:
Shimron Hetmyer anchored the inning in the middle order, scoring 75 off 42 balls.
Brandon King, in the top order, will be responsible for giving the team a quick start.
Sherfane Rutherford played a crucial knock of 57 runs off 24 balls in the last outing.
Akeal Hosein has delivered an excellent spell and taken 2 wickets for 41.
Roston Chase is the most vital cog in the West Indies squad.
SA vs WI 3rd T20I Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | SA vs WI 3rd T20I |
| Tournament | West Indies Tour of South Africa 2026 |
| Date & Time | Saturday, January 31, 9:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Buffalo Park, East London, South Africa. |
| Live Streaming | Star Sports Network |
South Africa vs West Indies: Probable Playing 11
South Africa Probable XI:
Aiden Markram, Quinton De Kock (WK), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka
West Indies Probable XI:
Brandon King, Shai Hope (WK/C), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales
Also read – SA vs WI 3rd T20I Player Battles Head to Head & Team Stats
South Africa vs West Indies 3rd T20I, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for South Africa today?
Ryan Rickelton is our pick to top-score for South Africa.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Ryan Rickelton | 2 | 2 | 2 | 117 | 77 | – | 68 | 172.06 | – | 1 | 5 | 10 |
| 2. Quinton De Kock | 1 | 1 | – | 115 | 115 | 115.00 | 49 | 234.69 | 1 | – | 10 | 6 |
| 3. Aiden Markram | 2 | 2 | 1 | 101 | 86 | 101.00 | 59 | 171.19 | – | 1 | 4 | 10 |
Who will be the top run scorers for the West Indies today?
Shimron Hetmyer is our pick to top-score for West Indies.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Shimron Hetmyer | 2 | 2 | – | 123 | 75 | 61.50 | 74 | 166.22 | – | 1 | 6 | 12 |
| 2. Brandon King | 2 | 2 | – | 76 | 49 | 38.00 | 46 | 165.22 | – | – | 4 | 10 |
| 3. Sherfane Rutherford | 2 | 2 | 1 | 63 | 57 | 63.00 | 30 | 210.00 | – | 1 | 4 | 6 |
Who will pick the most wickets for South Africa in the match?
Pick: Keshav Maharaj to take the most wickets for South Africa.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Keshav Maharaj | 2 | 2 | 8 | 66 | 4 | 2/22 | 16.50 | 8.25 | 12.00 | – | – | – |
| 2. George Linde | 1 | 1 | 4 | 25 | 3 | 3/25 | 8.33 | 6.25 | 8.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Corbin Bosch | 1 | 1 | 4 | 35 | 2 | 2/35 | 17.50 | 8.75 | 12.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for the West Indies in the match?
Pick: Jacob Duffy to take the most wickets for the West Indies.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Akeal Hosein | 2 | 2 | 7 | 72 | 2 | 2/41 | 36.00 | 10.29 | 21.00 | – | – | – |
| 2. Roston Chase | 2 | 2 | 7 | 71 | 1 | 1/31 | 71.00 | 10.14 | 42.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Matthew Forde | 2 | 2 | 4.3 | 47 | 1 | 1/34 | 47.00 | 10.44 | 27.00 | – | – | – |
South Africa vs West Indies, Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect South Africa to hit more sixes in this match
South Africa vs West Indies, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect South Africa to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s SA vs WI 3rd T20I match?
South Africa has a more experienced and talented squad and also benefits from home conditions, which makes them look like the more balanced side. Additionally, Quinton De Kock and Ryan Rickelton are in fine form, which is a good sign for them.
Prediction: MyFinal11 expert is backing South Africa to win this match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.
