ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- South Africa One-Day Cup 2026, Match 26
Published - 21 Mar 2026, 12:42 PM | Updated - 21 Mar 2026, 12:44 PM
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Fans will witness Rocks battling Lions in the twenty-sixth match of the South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 at Boland Park, Paarl on 21st March at 4:30 PM IST.
Get the best ROC vs LIO Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 26th match of the South Africa One-Day Cup 2026. Expert analysis and more.
ROC vs LIO Match Preview:
The intensity of the CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge Division One reaches a fever pitch as the Gbets Rocks prepare to host the DP World Lions in Match 26. This vital high-stakes encounter is scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2026, at 4:30 PM IST at Boland Park in Paarl. While the hosts fight desperately to escape the lower half of the standings, the visitors aim to solidify their status as the competition’s most dominant force.
The Gbets Rocks currently occupy the fifth position on the points table with 12 points, having recorded an even split of three wins and three losses. They arrive in Paarl with mixed momentum, relying heavily on the explosive batting of Janneman Malan and the middle-order stability of Clyde Fortuin. Furthermore, the squad features the tactical leadership of Akhona Mnyaka and the elite spin variety of Imran Manack, who both remain critical on the Boland Park track. Additionally, the team intends to leverage their recent narrow victory over the Dolphins to ignite a late-season surge toward the top four.
However, the DP World Lions sit at the summit of the standings with 20 points and a staggering net run rate of +1.503. They remain undefeated after six matches, securing four clinical wins alongside two no-results. The squad is currently powered by the exceptional form of Mitchell van Buuren and the tactical brilliance of captain Bjorn Fortuin. Moreover, the bowling department looks formidable, featuring the raw pace of Kwena Maphaka and the disciplined line of Codi Yusuf. Furthermore, the visitors seek to maintain their perfect record to ensure they head into the knockout stage with maximum psychological advantage.
Therefore, both powerhouse squads will fight with high intensity to dictate the tempo of the competition. The Rocks aim to utilize their local knowledge and spin-heavy attack to stifle the Lions’ heavy hitters. Additionally, the Lions intend to leverage their superior all-round depth and winning rhythm to secure another away victory and clinch the minor premiership.
ROC vs LIO Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Rocks | 0 |
Lions | 0 |
ROC vs LIO Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 26°C |
Weather Forecast | Clear Sky |
Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 248 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Neutral |
Winning % | 50% |
ROC vs LIO Playing 11s (Predicted):
Rocks Playing 11:
1) Blayde Capell
2) Grant Roelofsen
3) Gavin Kaplan
4) Jhedli van Briesies
5) Ethan John Cunningham
6) Clyde Fortuin (c & wk)
7) Nathan Jacobs
8) Jevano Baron
9) Imran Manack
10) Akhona Mnyaka
11) Yuves Kamanzi
Lions Playing 11:
1) Zubayr Hamza
2) Reeza Hendricks
3) Rassie van der Dussen
4) Temba Bavuma
5) Mitchell van Buuren
6) Delano Potgieter
7) Richard Seletswane
8) Beyers Swanepoel
9) Bjorn Fortuin ©
10) Codi Yusuf
11) Nqabayomzi Peter
Hot Picks for ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Reeza Hendricks – The right-handed opener from Lions also bowls off-break and has scored 201 runs while picking up 3 wickets. |
Zubayr Hamza – Lions rely on this right-handed batter who has piled up 369 runs in the tournament, including a strong knock of 75. |
Top Picks:
Imran Manack – Northern Cape Heat depend on this right-arm off-break bowler who has grabbed 9 wickets and contributed with the bat as well. |
Farhaan Adams – A right-handed batter from Garden Route Badgers who has contributed 142 runs, highlighted by a top score of 58. |
Budget Picks:
Jhedli van Briesies – Garden Route Badgers count on this right-handed wicketkeeper batter who has hammered 165 runs, including a match-winning fifty. |
Codi Yusuf – The right-arm fast-medium pacer from Lions has strengthened the bowling attack by taking 5 wickets in the tournament. |
ROC vs LIO South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Zubayr Hamza & Reeza Hendricks |
Vice-Captain | Farhaan Adams & Imran Manack |
ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Clyde Fortuin
- Batters – Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Zubayr Hamza ©, Blayde Capell, Gavin Kaplan
- All-rounders – Farhaan Adams (vc), Delano Potgieter, Beyers Swanepoel
- Bowlers – Imran Manack, Nqabayomzi Peter

ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Clyde Fortuin, Jhedli van Briesies
- Batters – Reeza Hendricks ©, Rassie van der Dussen, Zubayr Hamza, Gavin Kaplan
- All-rounders – Farhaan Adams, Delano Potgieter, Beyers Swanepoel, Codi Yusuf
- Bowlers – Imran Manack (vc)

ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Today Match 26 South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
E Cunningham | 6.0 credits | NA |
J Richards | 6.5 credits | NA |
ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Today Match 26 South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Zubayr Hamza |
GL Captaincy Choice | Reeza Hendricks |
Punt Picks | Codi Yusuf and Jhedli van Briesies |
Dream11 Combination | 1-5-3-2 |
ROC vs LIO Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the performance of both teams, Lions is expected to win this match.
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