The Cross Pool match of the South Africa ODI 2020/21 will be held at Newlands in Capetown, played between Cape Cobras and Knights. The match will be kicked off on 16th March (Tuesday) at 14:00 (GMT+6).
The Cobras have yet to win this season, and it hasn’t been a good start for the team. They’ve played 6 matches thus far, with 2 losses and 4 draws. Throughout the season, their bowling performance has been quite average, and their failure to take 20 wickets in a game is the main reason for their current position. But they did have a great match with the bat last week and will come into this match with a high momentum.
The Knights, on the other hand, are currently leading in the Pool A points table. This season, they have won 3 of their 6 matches. They have put in an all-around performance, with everyone stepping up whenever they are faced with a crisis. Knights have 2 of the top 3 wicket-takers, which shows their ability and strength. They will aim to keep their winning streak and advance to the next round.
Weather
The weather forecast for Day 1 of this match between Cape Cobras and Knights looks promising. The temperature will stay around 22-23 Degrees Celsius with a clear sky throughout the day.
Pitch
The Newlands is known for supporting pacers throughout the match, particularly a four-day match. This season, it’s also been a great wicket to bat on.
Average first innings score: 338 (Last two games played at this venue in this season)
Probable Playing XIs
Cape Cobras:
Toni de Zorzi (c), Kyle Verreynne (wk), Pieter Malan, Jonathan Bird, George Linde, Isma-eel Gafieldien, Imran Manack, Jason Smith, Nandre Burger, Tshepo Moreki, Akhona Mnyaka
Knights:
Pite van Biljon (c), Wandile Makwetu (wk), Matthew Kleinveldt, Mbulelo Budaza, Jacques Snyman, Farhaan Behardien, Raynard van Tonder, Migael Pretorius, Patrick Kruger, Shaun von Berg, Alfred Mothoa
Cape Cobras vs Knights Dream11:
George Linde (C), Kyle Verreyne (VC), Farhan Behardien, Toni de Zorzi, Pite van Biljon, Raynard van Tonder, Jacques Snyman, Migael Pretorius, Shaun von Berg, Mbulelo Budaza, Imran Manack
In the last match Kyle Verreyne played at Newlands, he scored a double century. In your Dream11 team, he should be selected as captain or vice captain. This match is predicted to be won by the Knights!