Match Preview – New Zealand vs South Africa( NZ vs SA ), Dream11 Prediction, 4th T20I Match. Who Will Win, On March 22, 2026

Match Details:

• Match: New Zealand vs South Africa( NZ vs SA ), 4th T20I Match, South Africa tour of New Zealand, 2026
• Date and Time: March 22,  06:15 am GMT / 11:45 am IST / 07:15 pm local time
• Venue: Sky Stadium, Wellington

NZ vs SA Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – South Africa

Who will win the match? – New Zealand

New Zealand vs South Africa Preview:

New Zealand( NZ ) is set to face South Africa( SA ) in their 4th T20I match during the South Africa tour of New Zealand, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Sky Stadium on Sunday, March 22.

New Zealand cruised to an 8-wicket win in the second game, finishing with 22 balls to spare. However, they will miss their captain, Mitch Santner, for the final two matches. Devon Conway and Tom Latham are set to open the innings. Conway has been in good form, scoring 60 in the second game and 39 in the third, sharing a 96-run opening partnership with Latham. Latham, meanwhile, made 63 off 55 in the last match and has accumulated 81 runs in three games this series. Tim Robinson will bat at number three; he has an impressive T20 record with 585 runs in 27 innings at a strike rate of 136.67, including a century and two half-centuries, though he has managed just 7 runs in the two games so far.

In the middle order, Nick Kelly will join James Neesham and Cole McConchie. Kelly scored 21 off 12 in the previous game. Neesham, who made 26 in the first match but just 8 in the next, has a strong record at Wellington, scoring 59 runs in four games at a strike rate of 173 and taking five wickets. McConchie hasn’t had a chance to bat yet but claimed a wicket in the last game.

The bowling attack will be spearheaded by Lockie Ferguson and Ben Sears, supported by Kyle Jamieson and McConchie. Ferguson was outstanding in the last game, conceding just 9 runs in 4 overs and taking a wicket to earn the player of the match award. He has four wickets in the last two games and will be one to watch. Jamieson and Sears each took two wickets in the previous game, bolstering a strong bowling lineup.

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South Africa, on the other hand, has struggled against the home side. Consecutive losses have highlighted their inexperience, and this will be their last chance to keep the series alive. Wiaan Mulder and Tony de Zorzi will open the innings. Mulder has scored 16 runs from 24 balls in the series, while de Zorzi managed 15 in the last game. Connor Esterhuizen will bat at number three, having scored 68 runs in three games at a strike rate of 100.

Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, Rubin Hermann, and George Linde will anchor the middle order. Smith scored 32 runs, and Forrester contributed 43 across three games. Linde has been explosive, hitting 33 off 12 balls in the second game and 23 off 19 in the last. With 389 runs in 25 innings at a strike rate of 150 and 34 wickets at an economy of 7.45, he is the batter to watch.

Keshav Maharaj will lead the bowling attack for South Africa, supported by Lutho Sipamla, Nqobani Mokoena, and Gerald Coetzee. Maharaj has taken 4 wickets in three games, Sipamla claimed a wicket in the last match, and both Mokoena and Coetzee have three wickets each in the series. Ottneil Baartman, the leading wicket-taker in the recent SA20, missed the last game.

NZ vs SA Possible Playing XI:

New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tom Latham(w), Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly, Bevon Jacobs, Mitchell Santner(c), James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Sears, Lockie Fergusonars.

South Africa: Wiaan Mulder, Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen(w), Rubin Hermann, Jason Smith, Dian Forrester, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj(c), Nqobani Mokoena, Lutho Sipamla.

NZ vs SA Recent 5 Match Performance:

NZ vs SA Head-To-Head Records:

NZ vs SA Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

NZ vs SA Pitch Report:

The pitch at Sky Stadium is generally balanced, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Early in the innings, fast bowlers can benefit from swing and seam movement, often aided by Wellington’s windy conditions, making the new ball phase crucial. As the match progresses, the surface tends to settle, allowing batters to play their shots more freely with the help of consistent bounce. In T20 matches, scores around 170 are usually competitive, although conditions can vary. Spinners may find some assistance in the middle overs, but overall, pace bowlers have a greater impact. Teams often prefer batting first, as chasing can become slightly challenging if the pitch slows down later in the game.

NZ vs SA Weather Report:

The weather at Sky Stadium on March 22 at 07:15 PM local time is expected to be ideal for cricket, with mild temperatures around 17–19°C and mostly clear to partly cloudy skies. There is a very low chance of rain, so interruptions are unlikely, and moderate humidity ensures comfortable conditions for players and spectators. A moderate breeze may assist fast bowlers with some swing in the early overs, but dew formation is expected to be minimal, meaning batting conditions should remain consistent throughout the match. Overall, it promises a smooth and enjoyable evening for cricket.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 165 – 180 runs

2nd Innings Expected Score: 155 – 175 runs

Key Notes:

Balanced pitch → favors both batters and bowlers

Early swing for pacers due to Wellington wind

Batting gets easier after initial overs with consistent bounce

Spinners can be effective in middle overs but less dominant

Dew formation expected to be minimal

Chasing slightly tricky if 1st innings score is above 175

170+ usually a competitive total in T20s at this venue

Wind and conditions may influence shot selection and bowling strategies

New Zealand vs South Africa Full Squad:

New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Katene Clarke, Josh Clarkson, Dane Cleaver (wk), Devon Conway (wk), Lockie Ferguson, Zak Foulkes, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Nick Kelly, Tom Latham (wk), Jayden Lennox, Cole McConchie, Jimmy Neesham, Tim Robinson, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi.

South Africa: Keshav Maharaj (c), Ottneil Baartman, Eathan Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Connor Esterhuizen, Dian Forrester, Jordan Hermann, Rubin Hermann, George Linde, Nqobani Mokoena, Andile Simelane, Lutho Sipamla, Prenelan Subrayen, and Jason Smith.