South Africa face New Zealand in the first semi-final of the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Kolkata, with the Proteas aiming to reach their second consecutive final. The match represents a crucial opportunity for South Africa to overcome their historical semi-final struggles and secure a place in Saturday's championship match. This semi-final clash follows South Africa's impressive tournament run, while New Zealand seeks to continue their strong performance in major tournaments.

England will take on India in Thursday's second semi-final at 1:30pm UK time, setting up the potential for an all-India final or a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final. The winner of the South Africa-New Zealand encounter will face either England or India in the final, with both teams eager to claim their first T20 World Cup title. The Proteas' quest for their maiden World Cup victory adds extra significance to this knockout match.

Fans can watch every T20 World Cup fixture live on Sky Sports, with comprehensive coverage including live scores, updates, video highlights, and expert pundit analysis. The semi-final stage represents the culmination of weeks of intense competition, with only four teams remaining in contention for cricket's most prestigious T20 trophy.