Match Details:
The 15th match of the CSA T20 Challenge 2021 will be played between Dolphins and Titans on 26th February at Kingsmead in Durban.
The match is scheduled to start at 02:30 AM local time (06:00 PM IST) and it will be streamed live on Star Sports Network and also on Disney+ Hotstar.
Preview:
In the 15th match of the 2021 edition of CSA T20 Challenge, Dolphins would take on the Titans. Dolphins have been magnificent throughout the tournament so far. They have won all of their matches and are a very strong contender for the title. They will go as favourites in the match.
On the other hand, the Titans have had a decent campaign so far in the tournament. They have won 2 out of 4 matches. This game would be very crucial for them because if they win, they can go to the second spot on the points table and would get a golden opportunity to advance to the next rounds. However, it will be very difficult to beat Dolphins because they have been the strongest team in the tournament so far and will be high on confidence.
DOL vs TIT Weather Report form Match 15:
It is expected to drizzle. but a full match can be expected. There would be 61% of precipitation and the temperature will be between 22-23-degree Celsius.
Pitch Condition/Report:
The pitch is looking balanced. Fast bowlers might get little more help in the latter half of the match. The record of chasing teams has not been good in last five matches. Hence, Hoss will be very crucial and the winning team would go for bat first. A score of around 150 would be a good total to defend.
Average first innings score:
134 (Last 5 matches played on this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 1, Lost – 4, 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 TIT 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
Titans:
Aiden Markram, Henry Davids, Dean Elgar, Sibonelo Makhanya, Heinrich Klaasen (c &wk), Chris Morris, Simon Harmer, Junior Dala, Lizaad Willlams, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lungi Ngidi
Bench:
Okuhle Cele, Gregory Mahlokwana, Theunis de Bruyn, Dayyaan Galiem
DOL vs TIT Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match
David Miller is the top run-getter for Dolphins. He has scored 107 runs in 4 innings with strike rate and average of 137.17 and 53.50 respectively.
Keegan Petersen has played only two matches, but he performed brilliantly in those games. He has scored 93 runs with a strike rate of 103+. His highest score is 58 not out.
Chris Morris has performed just decent so far. He just scored 40 runs with bat and scalped 6 wickets with an economy rate of 4.5 runs per over. As this is a crucial game for Titans, Morris would do everything to get a win for his team.
Lungi Ngidi has been leading the bowling attack of Titans with Williams. He has taken 7 wickets with an economy of 6 runs per over only.
Dolphins’ Robbie Frylinck has been impressive with bat and bowl. He hasn’t got enough chances with the bat, but he has scored 41 runs in two matches. He has also taken 6 wickets so far.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – David Millar, Chriss Morris
Vice-Captain Options – Robbie Frylinck, Keegan Petersen
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for DOL vs TIT Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Heinrich Klaasen
Batters – Keegan Petersen (VC), David Miller (C), Aiden Markram, Dean Elgar
All-Rounders – Robbie Frylinck, Chris Morris, Lizaad Willlams
Bowlers – Ottneil Baartman, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for DOL vs TIT Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Heinrich Klaasen, Mangaliso Mosehle
Batters – Dean Elgar, David Miller, Khaya Zondo
All-Rounders – Robbie Frylinck (VC), Chris Morris (C), Prenelan Subrayen
Bowlers – Tabraiz Shamsi, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj
Expert Advice:
Keegan Petersen is looking in great touch. He can be made the captain or vice-captain of any one of your Dream11 Fantasy teams.
DOL vs TIT Probable Winner:
Dolphins are expected to win the match.