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T20 WC: SA's Previous Ahmedabad Experience Will Play Massive Role Against India, Says Peterson

By IANS News February 22, 2026 • 09:24 AM View: 218

Former South Africa: Former South Africa all-rounder Robin Peterson believes the Proteas' previous deep familiarity with Ahmedabad will play a massive role when they face defending champions India in a blockbuster Super Eights clash in Men’s T20 World Cup, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday evening.

In what is also a rematch of the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup final, both India and South Africa come as unbeaten teams after cruising through their respective groups with four wins each. South Africa have played three Group D matches in Ahmedabad and at different times of the day, which means that the Proteas are taking on India in familiar climes.

“South Africa have been in Ahmedabad for a while and there's a familiarity with the venue and psychologically that plays a massive role. Staying in the same hotel, having a similar routine, and going back to those things will play a massive role in the comfort levels of the group.