JSKS vs DSG Match Preview
Leus du Plooy has been in exceptional form this season and is expected to play a crucial role as the key batsman for the Super Kings in this match. He has also been their leading run-scorer, accumulating an impressive total of 242 runs. On the other hand, the performances of Faf du Plessis and Reeza Hendricks have been quite disappointing thus far.
Despite playing 8 matches, the duo has only managed to score one half-century each, indicating a need for them to step up their game in this particular match. Similarly, the performances of Donovan Ferreira, Moeen Ali, and Wayne Madsen have been rather lackluster.
Shifting focus to the bowling department, Lizaad Williams has been in scintillating form, having picked up an impressive tally of 12 wickets. He ranks among the top 3 wicket-takers for the season. Nandre Burger will partner with him in opening the bowling, although he has only managed to secure 5 wickets so far. Imran Tahir, who has taken 7 wickets, will lead the spin department.
Matthew Breetzke and Heinrich Klaasen have been in exceptional form with the bat for the Super Giants, establishing themselves as two of the top 3 run-getters this season. Joining them in the batting line-up will be Quinton de Kock and Tony de Zorzi. Although both are talented batsmen, they have struggled to find their rhythm and will be eager to build some momentum as they enter the knockout stage.
In addition to their strong batting lineup, the Super Giants also boast a talented group of all-rounders including JJ Smuts, Wiaan Mulder, and Keemo Paul. Furthermore, the team possesses one of the most well-balanced bowling line-ups in the league. Reece Topley and Keshav Maharaj have each taken 11 wickets, while Noor Ahmad and Marcus Stoinis have 10 wickets to their name.
Weather Report
The weather is likely to be clear with temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius.
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Wanderers Stadium is well-balanced. The quicker bowlers will get some help early on in the match as the new ball moves around. However, batting will get easier as the match progresses. The team batting first will look to score at least 180 runs to give the bowlers a fair chance at defending.
Notable stats
Lizaad Williams: Exceptional With the Ball
Lizaad Williams has been a consistent performer with the ball in SA20. He has picked up 17 wickets in his last 9 outings at a strike rate of 9.88. His economy rate is 8.86 runs per over.
Team News
There are no updates regarding injuries from either side.
JSKS vs DSG Probable 11
JSKS Playing 11
- Faf du Plessis (C)
- Reeza Hendricks
- Leus du Plooy
- Moeen Ali
- Wayne Madsen
- Donovan Ferreira (Wk)
- Doug Bracewell
- Kyle Simmonds
- Lizaad Williams
- Nandre Burger
- Imran Tahir
DSG Playing 11
- Tony de Zorzi
- Matthew Breetzke
- Quinton de Kock (Wk)
- Heinrich Klaasen
- JJ Smuts
- Wiaan Mulder
- Keemo Paul
- Keshav Maharaj (C)
- Junior Dala
- Naveen Ul-Haq
- Noor Ahmad
Dream11 Prediction
We are backing the Durban Super Giants to win this match. The team has been clinical in its performance so far. They defeated the Super Kings earlier this season and will be entering this contest with a psychological advantage. On the other hand, the Super Kings haven’t been consistent enough.
Top Picks
Leus du Plooy: Du Plooy is the leading run-scorer for the Super Kings. He has scored 242 runs at a strike rate of 172.85.
Matthew Breetzke: Breetzke has scored 374 runs at an average of 41.55 and a strike rate of 146.66.
JJ Smuts: JJ Smuts has scored 231 runs at a strike rate of 139.15 and has also picked up 4 wickets.
JSKS vs DSG Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: H Klaasen, Q de Kock
Batters: R Hendricks, W Mulder, L du Plooy, M Breetzke (VC)
All-rounders: M Ali, J Smuts (C)
Bowlers: K Maharaj, L Williams, N Ahmad