Match Details:
The final match of CSA T20 Challenge 2021 will be played between Dolphins and Highveld Lions on 28th February at Kingsmead in Durban.
The match is scheduled to start at 03:00 PM local time (06:30 PM IST) and it will be streamed live on Star Sports Network and also on Disney+ Hotstar.
Preview:
In the final match of the 2021 edition of CSA T20 Challenge, Dolphins would take on Highveld Lions. Both the teams are in exceptional form ad their records have almost been neck and neck. It is expected to have a cracker of a match. Dolphins finished on the top of the table by winning all of their five matches. The performance has been top drawer from them. They have not lost a single match in the tournament and would be high on confidence. It would be very hard to beat them.
On the other hand, Lions also have been a very solid unit as well. The only match they have lost was against Dolphins and they will be desperate to restore parity by winning this game. That being said, they will have to give their best performance if they want to beat Dolphins.
DOL vs HL Weather Report for Final:
We can witness a full match as there are only 5% chances of precipitation and the temperature will be around 19 degree Celsius.
Pitch Condition/Report:
The pitch has been good for the batting side in the tournament so far. The average score is 149 and it is quite defendable. Chasing on this pitch has not been very fruitful. There is some help for the bowlers in the latter half of the match. So, it is expected that whoever wins the toss would like for bat first.
Average first innings score:
149 (Last 5 matches played on this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 2, Lost – 3, Tie – 0 (Based on last 5 matches)
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Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
DOL vs HL Today’s probable XIs:
Dolphins:
Keegan Petersen, Sarel Erwee, Senuran Muthusamy, David Miller, Khaya Zondo, Mangaliso Mosehle (wk), Robbie Frylinck, Keshav Maharaj (c), Prenelan Subrayen, Ottneil Baartman, Kerwin Mungroo
Bench:
Eathan Bosch, Ruan de Swardt, Daryn Dupavillon, Andile Phehlukwayo, Grant Roelofsen
Highveld Lions:
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Wiaan Mulder, Dwaine Pretorius, Bjorn Fortuin, Sisanda Magala, Aaron Phangiso, Kagiso Rabada, Beuran Hendricks
Bench:
Delano Potgieter, Malusi Siboto, Eldred Hawken, Lutho Sipamla, Ruan Haasbroek
DOL vs HL Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match
David Miller is the top run-scorer for Dolphins. He has scored 107 runs in 4 innings with a strike rate and an average of 137.17 and 53.50 respectively. In the last match, he played a brilliant knock of 49 runs, which helped his team to reach a respectable total.
Temba Bavuma has been in tremendous form and he is the second-highest run-scorer in the competition so far. He has scored 194 runs in 6 innings with a strike rate and an average of 119.01 and 48.50 respectively. In the last match, he scored an unbeaten 48 and helped his team earn a comprehensive victory.
Rassie van der Dussen is third in the list of highest run-scorers of the tournament so far. He has scored 164 runs in 6 innings with a strike rate and an average of 123.30 and 54.66 respectively.
Reeza Hendricks has been in ominous touch with the bat in this tournament. He is the top run-scorer of the competition right now and has scored 218 runs in 6 innings at a strike rate of 123.72. In the match against Cape Cobras, he played a magnificent knock of 75 runs.
Dolphins’ Robbie Frylinck has been impressive with both bat and bowl. he has scored 54 runs in 3 innings and has also taken 8 wickets so far.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – David Millar, Reeza Hendricks
Vice-Captain Options – Robbie Frylinck, Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for DOL vs HL Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Ryan Rickelton
Batters – David Miller, Reeza Hendricks (C), Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Sarel Erwee
All-Rounders – Robbie Frylinck (VC)
Bowlers – Keshav Maharaj, Ottneil Baartman, Sisanda Magala, Beuran Hendricks
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for DOL vs HL Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Grant Roelofsen
Batters – David Miller (VC), Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (C), Khaya Zondo
All-Rounders – Robbie Frylinck, Wiaan Mulder, Prenalen Subrayen
Bowlers – Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Bjorn Fortuin
Expert Advice:
It is advisable to pick all the top batsmen in David Miller, Reeza Hendricks and Temba Bavuma in both of your Dream11 Fantasy teams.
DOL vs HL Probable Winner;
Dolphins are expected to win the match.
