New Delhi is gearing up for a high-stakes T20 World Cup 2026 showdown between South Africa and Zimbabwe at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Kickoff is set for 3:00 PM, with the match wrapping up around 8:00 PM. But fans and commuters beware: special traffic arrangements will be in place from noon until 10:00 PM to manage the massive influx of spectators.
Police have announced diversions and restrictions around the stadium to ensure safety and smooth flow. Expect changes on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and JLN Marg as needed. Heavy vehicles will be barred from Daryaganj to Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and from Guru Nanak Chowk to Asaf Ali Road. Authorities urge everyone to avoid these routes during peak hours.
Key areas like JLN Marg from Rajghat to Kamla Market Roundabout, Asaf Ali Road from Turkman Gate to Delhi Gate, and Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg from Delhi Gate to Ramcharan Agarwal Chowk will see heavy congestion. Travelers heading to New Delhi Railway Station should plan ahead, factoring in snarls at ITO Chowk and Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg.
On the pitch, South Africa’s Proteas are flying high, already securing a semifinal spot with dominant wins over India by 76 runs and West Indies by 9 wickets in the Super-8 stage. Zimbabwe, out of semifinal contention, aims to bow out with pride but carries a winless record against South Africa in T20s.
As the city pulses with cricket fever, staying updated on traffic advisories will be key to avoiding delays. Delhi Police promises minimal disruption, but with thousands converging, patience is advised.