Match Details:
The 3rd match of Pool A of the Momentum One Day Cup 2021 will be played between Titans and Knights 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:
While the start that both Knights and Titans got was disappointing, it was not totally unexpected. They both faced Dolphins in their respective first games. The formidable Dolphins not only were the most consistent team of last season’s Momentum One Day Cup, but they also have some renowned players in their team.
While a defeat against them is understandable, both Knights and Titans would like to avoid two defeats in a row. That, coupled with the fact that the teams are evenly balanced on paper and the game is balanced on a knife’s edge, makes this a must-watch.
KTS vs TIT Weather Report for Match 3:
Showers are expected from 5 to 9 AM, which might delay the start of the game. But the positive news is that there are no predictions of rain post 9 AM. The temperature is expected to be around 22°C.
Pitch Report:
The pitch at Potchefstroom, as many would have expected, has been favoring the batsmen. The team batting first should have a target of at least 280 in mind.
Average first innings score:
281 (2 Momentum One Day Cup 2021 matches played on this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 0, Lost – 2, Tie – 0
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Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
KTS vs TIT Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Knights:
Pite van Biljon (c), Wandile Makwetu (wk), Andries Gous, Farhaan Behardien, Mbulelo Budaza, Ferisco Adams, Patrick Botha, Shaun von Berg, Patrick Kruger, Jacques Synman, Kagiso Mohale.
Bench:
Raynard van Tonder, Grant Mokoena, Alfred Mothoa, Duan Jansen, Pheko Moletsane, Matthew Kleinveldt, Jonathan Vandiar, Migael Pretorius, Sean Whitehead.
Titans:
Grant Thomson (C), Dayyaan Galiem, Neil Brand, Rubin Hermann, Tabraiz Shamsi, Theunis de Bruyn, Junior Dala, Thando Ntini, Kyle Abbott, Sibonela Makhanya, Diego Rosier.
Bench:
Okuhle Cele, Lizaad Williams, Matthew Arnold, Imran Manack, Henry Davids, Gregory Mahlokwana.
KTS vs TIT Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:
Jacques Snyman is the ideal pick for Dream11 Fantasy teams, as he is both an opener and is also very likely to bowl 10 overs. While he couldn’t impress with the bat yesterday, he picked up 2 wickets.
Farhaan Behardien tried to script what would have been a heroic run chase. Though it ultimately wasn’t to be, his 41-ball 45 is a strong enough reason to make him either the captain or the vice-captain.
Thando Ntini had a brilliant first game with both the bat and the ball. He picked up a couple of wickets and also scored 32 runs, batting at number 10.
Titans’ skipper Grant Thomson did not bowl in the last game, but he scored 27 runs with the bat. Thomson is also a very clever bowler and his 52 List A wickets testify that.
Besides Thomson, Theunis de Bruyn was the other Titans batsman who could see the Dolphins’ bowlers in the eye. He scored 36 runs from 52 deliveries.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – David Miller, Grant Roelofsen
Vice-Captain Options – Andile Phehlukwayo, Robert Frylinck
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for KTS vs TIT Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Andries Gous
Batters – Theunis de Bruyn, Farhaan Behardien (VC), Jacques Snyman (C), Diego Rosier
All-Rounders – Patrick Kruger, Ferisco Adams, Grant Thomson
Bowlers – Thando Ntini, Mbulelo Budaza, Junior Dala
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for KTS vs TIT Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Andries Gous
Batters – Theunis de Bruyn, Farhaan Behardien, Jacques Snyman, Pite van Biljon
All-Rounders – Patrick Kruger, Dayyaan Galiem, Grant Thomson (C)
Bowlers – Thando Ntini (VC), Tabraiz Shamsi, Kyle Abbott
Expert Advice:
You can afford to go batting-heavy in both of your Dream11 Fantasy teams, as the pitch has favored the batsmen in the first two games. However, be careful with captain and vice-captain picks, as you would ideally want to avoid pouring all eggs in one basket.
Today’s KTS vs TIT Probable Winners:
Knights are expected to win this match.
