**New Zealand** takes on **South Africa** in a crucial **T20** clash at the **Sky Stadium** in Wellington. With **New Zealand** currently leading the series **2-1**, this match is a must win for **South Africa**. Star players like **Devon Conway** and **Mitchell Santner** have been in phenomenal form, while **George Linde** and **Wiaan Mulder** are fighting hard for the visitors. Get ready to build your winning fantasy teams for this thrilling encounter!

### Match Details
* **Match:** **New Zealand** vs **South Africa**
* **Date:** 22 Mar 2026
* **Time:** 11:45 AM IST (19:15 NZDT)
* **Venue:** **Sky Stadium**, Wellington

###  Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
* Catch the live action on **Fancode** (Digital streaming App + Website).
* TV viewers can watch on the **Sony Sports Network** in India.

### Weather Report
The weather in Wellington is expected to be cool and breezy, with temperatures around **15°C to 17°C** and **65% humidity**. There is a **low rain probability**, ensuring a full game. The **dew factor** might come into play during the second innings, making chasing slightly easier under the lights.

### Pitch Report & Venue Stats
The pitch at **Sky Stadium** is known for being an excellent batting surface with a **venue average score of 170 runs**. The **batting vs bowling trend** shows a balanced contest, but batters who settle in can score big. The **pace vs spin dominance** is quite even here, with pacers taking **30 wickets** and spinners grabbing **28 wickets** in the last five games.

**Fantasy Takeaway:** Pick top order batters and all rounders who bowl in the death overs to maximize your points in major leagues.

### Team Form & Head to-Head

**New Zealand**
* Last 5 matches: W W L L W
* **New Zealand** has been dominant at home, currently leading the series **2-1** with strong all round performances.
* Head to-head record: 14 wins against **South Africa**.

**South Africa**
* Last 5 matches: L L W L W
* **South Africa** has struggled with consistency but showed brilliance in patches, making them a dangerous side.
* Head to-head record: 12 wins against **New Zealand**.

###  Injury Updates & Player Availability
* For **South Africa**, Eathan Bosch and Jordan Hermann are **Injured** and unavailable.
* For **New Zealand**, Ish Sodhi is **Injured** and will miss the game.
* The rest of the core squads are **Fully fit** and ready for selection.

###  Probable Playing XI (Both Teams)

**New Zealand**

Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Tim Robinson, Nick Kelly, Bevon Jacobs, Mitchell Santner, James Neesham, Cole McConchie, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Sears, Lockie Ferguson

**South Africa**

Tony de Zorzi, Wiaan Mulder, Connor Esterhuizen, Jason Smith, Rubin Hermann, Dian Forrester, George Linde, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Nqobani Mokoena, Lutho Sipamla

###  Key Players to Watch
* **Devon Conway**: The explosive opener has smashed **100 runs** in the series and boasts a massive **67.3 average fantasy points**. He is a must have for your fantasy contests.
* **Mitchell Santner**: A premium all rounder who has picked up **5 wickets** and scored **35 runs** in the series. His left arm spin is highly effective at this venue.
* **George Linde**: The standout performer for **South Africa**, contributing with both bat and ball. He has scored **56 runs** and taken **1 wicket**, making him a reliable pick.
* **Lockie Ferguson**: With **4 wickets** in the series and a staggering **106.5 average fantasy points**, his raw pace is a major threat in the death overs.

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### Fantasy Picks

**Small League Safe Picks**
* **Devon Conway**
* **Mitchell Santner**
* **Wiaan Mulder**

**Mega League Differential Picks**
* **Connor Esterhuizen**: A high risk, high reward option who has quietly scored **68 runs** in the series.
* **Ben Sears**: Often overlooked, but he has bagged **5 wickets** in the series and can be a game changer in Mega Leagues.

### Match Prediction / Outlook
Given the current form and home advantage, **New Zealand is the clear favorite to win this match** and seal the series. The pitch conditions heavily favor their balanced bowling attack and explosive top order.

### Disclaimer
Always check **Final Playing XI** and **Toss updates** before locking your fantasy team.

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