Joburg Super Kings will be all set to lock horns against Sunrisers Eastern Cape in this crucial SA T20 semi-final encounter. Welcome to the JOH vs EAC Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Joburg Super Kings have maintained solid composure in the closing stages of the tournament with amazing control in their recent games that could keep them in shape for this challenge.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape on the other hand started off well and have shown amazing potential to reach this ultimate stage which could push them to retain their winning form against this opposition.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Joburg Super Kings could win this match by a close margin.
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch has a good surface for both departments. The winners of the toss should bowl first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a delightful sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Joburg Super Kings
D.Ferreira (wk), M.Wade, F.du Plessis, L.du Plooy, R.Hendricks, S.Makhanya, R.Shepherd, K.Simmonds, G.Coetzee, M.Theekshana, L.Williams
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
A.Rossington (wk), A.Markram, T.Stubbs, J.Hermann, T.Bavuma, M.Jansen, J.Smuts, J.Fuller,R.van der Merwe, S.Magala, B.Carse
Match Details
SA T20 League (Semi-Final)
Match: Joburg Super Kings vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape (2nd Semi-Final)
Date and Time: 9th February – 09:00 pm IST
Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion, South Africa
Telecast: Sports 18, Jio Cinema App and Website
JOH vs EAC Dream11 Team Prediction Today, SA T20 League, Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Donavon Ferreira (7.5 Cr) was able to play a decent role in the last match with 19 runs to keep the scoreboard moving along with 1 wicket to showcase his bowling capabilities.
Adam Rossington (7.5 Cr) played a vital role in the initial stages of the tournament and needs to trigger a similar performance which was missing in the last game but could make its way through to this game.
Batsman
Faf du Plessis (9.0 Cr) was brilliant against this opposition and will be the target man as he managed to score 92 runs at a strike rate of 150.82 which will be tested in this match.
Leus du Plooy (8.5 Cr) scored 81 runs at a strike rate of 168.75 in the last match but was not able to maintain his pace in this game which can keep him consistent.
Aiden Markram (9.0 Cr) was able to score 34 runs at a strike rate of 113.33 but followed up with 2 wickets to bring his team in contention which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
All-rounders
Romario Shepherd (8.5 Cr) has scored 17 runs but leans more towards his bowling skills resulting in 2 wickets in the last 2 matches which can continue to build momentum in this match.
Marco Jansen (9.0 Cr) showcased his bowling abilities to find 1 wicket at an economy rate of 7.75 which should be well backed up by his decent batting form that could be witnessed int his match.
JJ Smuts (8.0 Cr) has not been at his best since his return but his batting abilities have proven evident in the initial stages of the tournament which makes him an important performer.
Bowlers
Gerald Coetzee (7.5 Cr) added another 3 wickets along with the potential to score decent runs to help the tail end of the batting order which was not witnessed in his last game but could make his way back.
Roelof van der Merwe (8.5 Cr) was not at his best in the last match but has shown his ability to add crucial wickets that earned him 9 wickets in the last 3 games which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Sisanda Magala (8.0 Cr) can contain the opposition with his controlled economy rate and constant flow of wickets to keep him focused to give his all in this fixture.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
A.Markram will be our captain and R.van der Merwe will be my vice-captain because of their growth in form and consistent contributions.
DREAM 11 LINEUP
Ferreira, Rossinton, du Plessis, du Plooy, Markram (C), Shepherd, Jansen, Smuts. Coetzee, Magala, van der Merwe (VC)
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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