South Africa beat India by 76 runs in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight Group 1 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on Sunday 22 February 2026, with play starting at 19:00 IST (UTC+5:30). Narendra Modi Stadium is the world’s largest cricket ground, with a capacity of 132,000.

South Africa’s 76-run victory over the tournament hosts was one of the most significant results of the Super Eight stage. Defeating India at home, in front of a packed Ahmedabad crowd, required exceptional execution with both bat and ball. The result repositioned South Africa as serious title contenders and left India needing strong performances in their remaining Super Eight matches to secure a semifinal place.

The Super Eight brought together eight teams across two groups, with each match carrying direct knockout implications. India had entered as tournament favorites, but South Africa’s bowling attack dismantled their batting lineup in a performance that drew comparisons with Proteas’ most clinical T20 displays. A 76-run margin is emphatic; it reflected dominance across all three phases of the game.

Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is the largest cricket venue on the planet, with a capacity of 132,000. Opened in 2020, the stadium sits within a complex that includes four practice grounds. Its scale creates a uniquely immersive atmosphere, and hosting a high-stakes match between India and South Africa meant the crowd’s noise never relented for 40 overs.

Timezone conversions for the 19:00 IST (UTC+5:30) start: 13:30 GMT for viewers in the United Kingdom, 08:30 EST for the US East Coast, 00:30 AEDT (next day) for viewers in Sydney, and 15:30 SAST for cricket fans in South Africa. Check Ahmedabad time and India time for exact local conversions.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the 10th edition, was co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka across 55 matches from 7 February to 8 March 2026. India went on to win the tournament, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at this same Narendra Modi Stadium. Their path to the final included recovering from this Super Eight loss.

For timezone conversions, check Ahmedabad time, India time, and South Africa time.