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 |
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