South Africa, India eye T20 World Cup rematch as semi-finals begin

Published March 3, 2026 Updated March 3, 2026 06:00pm

Unbeaten South Africa continue their quest for a maiden World Cup title in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup against New Zealand in Kolkata on Wednesday, with a potential repeat of the 2024 final against India awaiting.

Should Aiden Markram’s side inflict their second defeat of the tournament on New Zealand — they beat them comfortably in the group stage — then a rematch against India for the trophy could be on the cards.

Suryakumar Yadav’s defending champions will first have to get past Harry Brook’s England in Mumbai on Thursday — a blockbuster clash that is being talked about excitedly across the cricket-mad city.

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