Match Details:
The First Semi-Final of the Momentum One Day Cup 2021 will be played between Dolphins and Cape Cobras at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom.
The match is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM IST (10:00 AM local time) and it will be streamed live on Super Sports and CSN channels.
Preview:
Cape Cobras won two consecutive encounters in the group stage which earned them a Semi-Final birth ahead of the Warriors from Pool B. In the rain-affected last game against the Warriors, both the openers of the Cobras made sure that they remained ahead on the DLS method and won by 41 runs. In the previous game, they successfully stopped the Lions from chasing the target who were the only team in the tournament to win batting second.
On the other side, the Dolphins qualified for the Semi-Final with two wins in two games before the rain played spoilsport in the rest of their Pool games. However, they are coming off a big break and will be fresh enough to stop the winning streak of the Cobras and goes through to the Final.
DOL vs CC Weather Report for Semi Final 1:
The weather forecast suggests a passing shower at the Senwes Park just before the game starts on Monday morning. There is no chance of precipitation during the first half of the game followed by a slight rainfall in the afternoon. The temperature will be around 24 Degree Celsius.
Pitch Report:
The pitch here at Senwes Park doesn’t change much throughout the tournament. It has been a perfect pitch for a 50 over game. Team batting second faced some difficulties but can bat long if a player is sensible. Anyway, the team winning the toss will bat first once again. However, another close game awaits us.
Average first innings score:
264 (Last three matches played at this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 2, Lost – 1, Tie – 0
DOL vs CC Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Dolphins:
Grant Roelofsen (wk), Marques Ackerman, Ruan de Swardt, David Miller, Khaya Zondo, Andile Phehlukwayo, Senuran Muthusamy, Robbie Frylink, Prenelan Subrayen (c), Kerwin Mungroo, Ottniel Baartman.
Bench:
Mangaliso Mosehle, Sarel Erwee, Keegan Petersen, Andile Mogakane, Michael Erlank, Keshav Maharaj, Daryn Dupavillon, Eathan Bosch, Lifa Ntanzi, Keith Dudgeon, Andile Simelane.
Cape Cobras:
Janneman Malan, Pieter Malan (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza (c), Jonathan Bird, Christiaan Jonker, Imran Manack, Onke Nyaku, Nandre Burger, Siyabonga Mahima, Ziyaad Abrahams.
Bench:
Calvin Savage, Akhona Mnyaka, Tshepo Moreki, Ismaeel Gafieldien, Jason Smith, Corbin Bosch, Benjamin Ward, Aviwe Mgijima.
DOL vs CC Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:
Janneman Malan and Pieter Malan continued their hot form in the previous game as well. Both of them remained unbeaten in the rain-affected game. Janneman Malan is currently the highest run-scorer of the season with 232 in just 4 innings at an average of 77.33 with three half-centuries already. Pieter Malan scored two consecutive half-centuries in his first two games of the season.
Grant Roelofsen has 157 runs in just two innings this season with two consecutive half-centuries. He will open the innings for Dolphins once again.
Onke Nyaku continued to take wickets for Cape Cobras and is currently leading the wicket-taking charts for them. He has 7 wickets at an average of 20 in just 3 matches.
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Ruan de Swardt has 5 wickets in just 2 matches in the group stage. His all-round abilities make him a good pick for your XI.
Senuran Muthusamy is a top all-rounder who has 3 wickets and an innings of 70 in the group stage.
Ziyaad Abrahams took a 3 wicket haul in the last game against the Warriors.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Janneman Malan, Grant Roelofsen
Vice-Captain Options – Pieter Malan, Ruan de Swardt
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for DOL vs CC Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Grant Roelofsen
Batters – Janneman Malan (C), Pieter Malan (VC), Marques Ackerman, Zubayr Hamza
All-Rounders – Ruan de Swardt, Robbie Frylinck
Bowlers – Kerwin Mungroo, Onke Nyaku, Nandre Burger, Ziyaad Abrahams
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for DOL vs CC Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Grant Roelofsen (C)
Batters – Janneman Malan, Pieter Malan, Khaya Zondo
All-Rounders – Ruan de Swardt (VC), Senuran Muthusamy, Jonathan Bird, Robbie Frylinck
Bowlers – Kerwin Mungroo, Onke Nyaku, Imran Manack
Expert Advice:
Cape Cobras are coming off two consecutive century opening partnerships in the last two games. It is advisable to pick their openers as your captains in your XI.
Today’s DOL vs CC Probable Winners:
Cape Cobras are expected to win this match.
