By Tim Douglas 
Cricket fans will be treated to an explosive T20 contest as South Africa head to New Zealand for a five-match T20I series from March 15 to March 25, 2026. The series will see matches played across some of New Zealand’s most iconic cricket venues — from the scenic Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui to the lively Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
The action begins under lights in Mount Maunganui, followed by stops in Hamilton, Auckland, and Wellington, before concluding in Christchurch. Both sides boast powerhouse batting line-ups and varied bowling attacks, making this series a perfect build-up for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.
With stars like Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, and Trent Boult likely to lead the Kiwi charge, and Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock, and Kagiso Rabada set to feature for the Proteas, fans can expect high-octane cricket under the lights.
South Africa Tour of New Zealand 2026 – T20I Series Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time | GMT Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Mar 2026 | 1st T20I (N) | Mount Maunganui | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 17 Mar 2026 | 2nd T20I (N) | Hamilton | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 20 Mar 2026 | 3rd T20I (N) | Auckland | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 22 Mar 2026 | 4th T20I (N) | Wellington | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
| 25 Mar 2026 | 5th T20I (N) | Christchurch | 7:15 PM | 6:15 AM |
Anas Ahmed 
Victoria Hamilton