The SA20 League, 2024 continues its fervor as Joburg Super Kings (JSK) gear up to face MI Cape Town (MICT) in the highly anticipated Match 4 at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg on 13th January, 2024, scheduled to commence at 05:00 PM IST.
JSK vs MICT (Joburg Super Kings vs MI Cape Town), Match 4 – Match Information:
- Date: 13th January, 2024
- Time: 05:00 PM IST
- Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Preview: MI Cape Town has already seen action in one match, currently securing the sixth position on the points table. On the other hand, Joburg Super Kings are entering the season with a stellar record, winning three out of their last four games. In their last encounter in the SA20 League, 2023, Leus du Plooy stood out for Joburg Super Kings with an impressive 110 match fantasy points, while Jofra Archer led the fantasy points chart for MI Cape Town with 72 match fantasy points.
Recent Performances: In their last match, MI Cape Town faced a defeat against Durban’s Super Giants by 11 runs (D/L method). The standout performer for MI Cape Town was Ryan Rickelton, amassing an impressive 123 fantasy points.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg: The Wanderers Stadium is known for its balanced pitch, with an average 1st innings score of 163 runs in the last 20 matches. The weather forecast indicates a temperature of around 28°C with 34% humidity. The pacers have historically dominated at this venue, claiming 67% of the total wickets, suggesting that selecting pacers in your fantasy team could be a strategic move.
Head to Head: In the two matches played between JSK and MICT, the bowlers from both teams have been significant fantasy point earners.
Dream11 Prediction – Top Picks:
Top Batsmen and Wicket-Keepers:
- Leus du Plooy: The left-handed top-order batter is known for his explosive batting and averages 27 match fantasy points in the last 10 games. He is a high-risk, high-returns pick.
- Reeza Hendricks: A consistent performer, Hendricks has an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, making him a reliable choice.
- Ronan Hermann (WK): The wicket-keeper for JSK is a safe bet for your Dream11 Fantasy Team.
Top Bowlers:
- Gerald Coetzee: With an average of 49 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, Coetzee is a safe pick with a good track record against MICT.
- Rashid Khan: The leg-break googly bowler has an average of 46 match fantasy points and is a valuable asset for your team.
- Lizaad Williams: The right-arm medium-fast bowler has been consistent with an average of 53 match fantasy points in the last 10 games.
Top All-Rounders:
- Sam Curran: With an average of 43 match fantasy points, Curran is a reliable left-arm medium-fast bowler and a valuable all-rounder.
- George Linde: A slow left-arm orthodox bowler, Linde has an average of 26 match fantasy points and can be a good addition to your fantasy team.
- Romario Shepherd: An all-rounder averaging 43 match fantasy points, Shepherd adds depth to the team.
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks:
- Lizaad Williams (C): The right-arm medium-fast bowler has a stellar record and is expected to deliver.
- Rashid Khan (VC): Known for his leg-break googlies, Rashid Khan is a reliable choice for vice-captain.
JSK vs MICT Squad Information: Joburg Super Kings (JSK) Squad: Reeza Hendricks, Moeen Ali, Imran Tahir, Aaron Phangiso, Wayne Madsen, Donovan Ferreira, Faf du Plessis, David Wiese, Lizaad Williams, Dayyaan Galiem, Kyle Simmonds, Sibonelo Makhanya, Leus du Plooy, Zahir Khan, Nandre Burger, Romario Shepherd, Sam Cook, Gerald Coetzee, Ronan Hermann.
MI Cape Town (MICT) Squad: Kieron Pollard, Rassie van der Dussen, Thomas Kaber, Beuran Hendricks, George Linde, Olly Stone, Kagiso Rabada, Liam Livingstone, Jofra Archer, Ryan Rickelton, Grant Roelofsen, Sam Curran, Rashid Khan, Delano Potgieter, Nuwan Thushara, Tom Banton, Nealan van Heerden, Duan Jansen, Chris Benjamin, Dewald Brevis, Connor Esterhuizen.
JSK vs MICT Dream11 Team Today:
- Wicket-Keeper: Ronan Hermann
- Batters: Leus du Plooy, Reeza Hendricks, Wayne Madsen
- All-Rounders: Romario Shepherd, George Linde, Dayyaan Galiem
- Bowlers: Gerald Coetzee, Rashid Khan, Lizaad Williams, Nandre Burger
Captain: Lizaad Williams Vice-Captain: Rashid Khan
As the cricketing enthusiasts gear up for this clash at The Wanderers, fantasy team managers have an array of top-performing players to consider for their Dream11 teams. The battle promises to be intense, and the outcome will have a significant impact on the teams’ standings in the SA20 League, 2024.