Last Update on: February 2nd, 2021 at 11:19 am
In the second Semi-Final of South Africa ODD 2021, Highveld Lions will be squaring off against Knights. The winner of this match will play against the Dolphins in the final.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Details:
The 2nd Semi-Final match of Momentum One Day cup will be played between Lions and Warriors on 2nd of February at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom.
The game is scheduled to begin at 01:30 PM IST and can be viewed live on FanCode in India.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Preview:
Highveld Lions topped the pool B with 3 wins and 1 loss in 4 matches, they last played against Cape Cobras in which they lost by 76 runs, Bjorn Fortuin was their best player as he scored 39 runs and also took 2 wickets.
Knights, on the other hand, finished 2nd on the pool A table, they did not win any match in the group phase, they had 3 rained out matches and one match in which they played was lost.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Weather Report:
The weather forecast for this match is not good, the temperature is predicted to be around 11-18°C on the match day, the sky will be covered with dark clouds, the game might see few rain delays.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Pitch Report:
The pitch at Potchefstroom is a neutral/ balanced wicket, it has something for everyone, batsmen will have to play their smile in order to score runs while fast bowlers will get a bounce on it.
Average 1st innings score:
263
Record of chasing teams:
60% of the matches have been won while batting first here in recent 5 matches.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Injury Update:
(Will be added when there is an update)
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Probable XIs:
Highveld Lions: Ryan Rickelton, Wesley Marshall, Reza Hendricks, Dominic Hendricks, Van den Bergh, Delano Potgieter, Bjorn Fortuin, Malusi Siboto, Sisanda Mangala, Aaron Phangiso, Eldred Hawken.
Bench: Nono Pongolo, Kagiso Rapulana, Tladi Bokako
Knights: Shaun von Berg, Matthew Kleinveldt, Migael Pretorius, Gerald Coetzee, Mbulelo Budaza, Jonathan Vandiar, Raynard van Tonder, Patrick Botha, Farhaan Behardien, Grant Mokoena, Wandile Makwetu
HL vs KTS Top Picks for Dream11 Prediction And Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Ryan Rickelton is the top-order batsman for Lions, he scored a century in the group stage match against the Warriors, he will be their key player in the knockout match as well.
Van den Bergh is the wicketkeeper-batsman for the Lions, he has 2 half-centuries in two matches and will also provide fantasy points with his gloves work.
Andries Gous is the wicketkeeper-batsman for the Knights, he scored a half-century in the last match against Dolphins and had three 25+ scores in last 3 matches.
Mbulelo Budaza is the main bowler for the Knights, he has 11 wickets in last 5 matches, including a 4 wicket haul.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain – Van den Bergh, Ryan Rickelton.
Vice-Captain – Andries Gous, Mbulelo Budaza.
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for HL vs KTS Dream11 Team:
Keeper – Ryan Rickelton (C), Andries Gous
Batsmen – Farhan Behardein, Dominic Hendricks, Jacques Synman
All-rounders – Delano Potgieter, Patrick Gruger
Bowlers – Mbulelo Budaza (VC), Eldred Hawken, Aaron Phangiso, Sisanda Magala
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for HL vs KTS Dream11 Team:
Keeper – Ryan Rickelton, Andries Gous
Batsmen – Farhan Behardein, Dominic Hendricks (C), Jacques Synman
All-rounders – Delano Potgieter, Patrick Gruger
Bowlers – Mbulelo Budaza, Eldred Hawken (VC), Aaron Phangiso, Sisanda Magala
HL vs KTS Semi-final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Expert Advice:
The pitch is a bowling friendly one and that means you should stack your fantasy teams with all-rounders and bowlers, and players that can contribute with multiple roles will be ideal picks for these conditions.
HL vs KTS Semi-Final 2, South Africa ODD 2021 Probable Winners:
Highveld Lions is high on confidence and is a relatively stronger team and has balance in their team, they are hence favourites to win this match.
