LIO vs TIT Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Qualifier 1

Lions (LIO) defeated North West Dragons (NWD) by 5 runs in their last league match by a 5-run margin following a 4-wicket defeat against Western Province (WEP).

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Updated - 22 Oct 2024, 18:42 IST

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Preview

After finishing in the top of the points table at the end of the league stage, Bjorn Fortuin-led Lions (LIO) will face Titans (TIT) in the first qualifier of the ongoing CSA T20 Challenge 2024. Johannesburg’s Wanderers Stadium will host this fixture on October 22 at 9:30 PM (IST). To secure a direct spot in the final, both teams will be eyeing winning this game to avoid the ‘2nd qualifier’ knife.

Lions (LIO) defeated North West Dragons (NWD) by five runs in their last league match by a 5-run margin following a 4-wicket defeat against Western Province (WEP). They won five matches while losing two in their seven games to finish at the table’s top. The Lions will aim to win this game to secure a direct entry into the tournament’s final.

On the other hand, Titans were in the second spot, with four wins and two defeats, alongside a ‘no-result’ game in their seven fixtures. Neil Brand and Co are coming off a 6-wicket win against the Warriors (WAR) in their last league game after facing a 32-run debacle against the Knights (KTS).

Match Information

Lions vs Titans, Qualifier 1

CSA T20 Challenge, 22 Oct 2024, Tue, 9:30 PM IST ,The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

Live Stream

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Weather Report

The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

Clouds

26.2°C

54% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Lions

W
L
W
W
W

Titans

W
NR
L
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Rivaldo Moonsamy

TIT - wk

281 Runs

10 Matches

276 Runs

10 Matches

3

Lhuan-dre Pretorius

TIT - wk

235 Runs

9 Matches

4

Connor Esterhuizen

LIO - wk

199 Runs

9 Matches

5

194 Runs

6 Matches

186 Runs

4 Matches

182.78

10 Matches

2

Evan Jones

LIO - bat

159.04

9 Matches

3

Lhuan-dre Pretorius

TIT - wk

158.78

9 Matches

157.53

6 Matches

5

Rivaldo Moonsamy

TIT - wk

151.08

10 Matches

6

145.00

6 Matches

1

Kwena Maphaka

LIO - bowl

13 Wkts

7 Matches

2

Junaid Dawood

LIO - bowl

13 Wkts

5 Matches

3

Dayyaan Galiem

TIT - all

12 Wkts

10 Matches

4

Lutho Sipamla

LIO - bowl

9 Wkts

6 Matches

7 Wkts

7 Matches

6

Evan Jones

LIO - bat

7 Wkts

9 Matches

3.00

10 Matches

2

Kwena Maphaka

LIO - bowl

6.04

7 Matches

3

Bjorn Fortuin

LIO - bowl

6.43

5 Matches

6.70

6 Matches

6.84

7 Matches

6

Lutho Sipamla

LIO - bowl

6.86

6 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Lions

Zubayr Hamza, E Jones, Kwena Maphaka, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), M Van Buuren, D Potgieter, BC Fortuin (C), N Peter, HE van der Dussen, TL Moreki, RR Hendricks

Bench : RD Rickelton, K Rabada, L Sipamla, T Bavuma, Wiaan Mulder, Codi Yusuf, J Dawood, W Makwetu, J Richards, DA Hendricks, M Manack

Titans

D Ferreira, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, R Moonsamy (wk), BS Makhanya, N Brand (C), AD Galiem, C Bosch, T Shamsi, CJ Dala, AL Phehlukwayo, RE van der Merwe

Bench : H Klaasen, Dewald Brevis, J van Heerden, AK Markram, Matthew BoastMatthew Boast, L Ngidi, LB Williams, Jhedli van Briesies, KD Petersen, SSB Magala, G Coetzee, Tsepo Ndwandwa, L Selemala

Injury and availability news

Will be added when there is an update.

Pitch Report

The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg is famously known for its balanced track, having a slight inclination towards the batters in the second half of the game. The average first-innings score here has been 162, while the highest chased score has been 209. So, the toss-winning skipper will look ahead to bowl first to chase the target comfortably in the second innings.

70%

Pace Bowling

30%

Spin Bowling

55%

Batting Pitch

162

Average Score

45%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8
C

Sibonelo Makhanya TIT | BAT

The young pacer has shown great potential with his pace and bounce. He will be looking to make an impact in the powerplay overs and build pressure on the Titans’ top order.

8
C

Lhuan-dre Pretorius TIT | WK

Known for his explosive batting, Pretorius is a young player to watch out for. His ability to score quickly can change the course of the match, particularly in the powerplay.

7.5

Rassie van der Dussen LIO | BAT

Van der Dussen is known for his consistency and ability to score under pressure. One must go for this Proteas star in your top-pick.

9

Heinrich Klaasen TIT | WK

Klaasen’s aggressive style against spin will be tested by opponents, who can bowl tight lines and create opportunities for wickets.

8

Tabraiz Shamsi TIT | BOWL

The Lions have a formidable spin attack, led by the experienced Tabraiz Shamsi. Shamsi’s ability to take wickets in the middle overs has been a game-changer.

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9

Aiden Markram

TIT | BAT

8.5

Lungi Ngidi

TIT | BOWL

Last Updated On - Oct 22 2024 6:42 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

LIO

2 : 9

TIT

Credits Left
18.5/100

Head To Head
Lhuan-dre Pretorius
C

8

Heinrich Klaasen
VC

9

Sibonelo Makhanya

8

Rassie van der Dussen

7.5

Donavon Ferreira

7.5

Neil Brand

7

Dayyaan Galiem

7.5

Andile Phehlukwayo

6

Sisanda Magala

6

Delano Potgieter

7

Tabraiz Shamsi

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

LIO

2 : 9

TIT

Credits Left
18.5/100

Mega League
Lhuan-dre Pretorius

8

Heinrich Klaasen

9

Sibonelo Makhanya

8

Rassie van der Dussen
C

7.5

Donavon Ferreira

7.5

Neil Brand

7

Dayyaan Galiem

7.5

Andile Phehlukwayo

6

Sisanda Magala

6

Delano Potgieter

7

Tabraiz Shamsi
VC

8

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