South Africa vs West indies cricket statistics
Historically, South Africa has asserted considerable dominance in its rivalry across the majority of sporting formats. This consistent performance has cemented their superior position, making them a formidable opponent and often leading to them dominating the competitive landscape in various disciplines.
South Africa vs West indies head to head
South Africa vs. West Indies men’s cricket: Head-to-head and key statistics across all international formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is).
South Africa vs West indies – Test Matches
📊 Head-to-Head Stats (Tests)
- Matches played: ~30–34
- South Africa wins: ~20–23
- West Indies wins: 3
- Drawn: 7–8
Key Notes:
- South Africa has a strong win rate in Tests against the West Indies.
- The West Indies highest team total vs SA was 747 (Antigua, 2005). South Africa’s highest was 658/9d (Durban, 2003).
South Africa vs West indies – ODI (One-Day Internationals)
📊 Head-to-Head Stats (ODIs)
- Matches played: ~62–64
- South Africa wins: ~45
- West Indies wins: ~15–16
- No results: ~2–3
- Ties: 1 (varies by record source)
Example recent ODI:
- West Indies beat South Africa by 48 runs (Buffalo Park, Mar 18, 2023).
Summary:
South Africa has won the majority of ODIs, though the West Indies have picked up notable victories.
T20 Internationals
Head-to-Head Stats (T20Is)
- Matches played: ~26
- South Africa wins: ~12
- West Indies wins: ~14
- Ties / No results: few or none depending on source
Note:
In T20Is, the West Indies have a slight edge in total wins overall, though results vary by series and venue.
World Cup / Major Tournaments
ICC T20 World Cup (Men)
- Played a handful of matches (around 5).
- South Africa has generally won more of these (around 4 out of 5) with a few Windies wins.
Quick Comparison Summary
| Format | SA Wins | WI Wins | Draw/No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | ~20–23 | 3 | 7–8 Draws |
| ODIs | ~45 | ~15 | ~2–3 N/R + 1 Tie |
| T20Is | ~12 | ~14 | ~0 |