MSL 2019: Match 16, Jozi Stars vs Tshwane Spartans: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 16th Match of Mzansi Super League 2019 will be played between the Jozi Stars and Tshwane Spartans at the New Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg.

The match starts at 02:00 PM local time (12:00 PM GMT) (05:30 PM IST). It can be watched live on Sony Six and Sony Six HD. Live streaming will be available on Sony LIV and FanCode in India.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

This edition of the Mzansi Super League (MSL) has been a complete turnaround of fortunes for the Jozi Stars. The defending champions are finding it difficult to find their feet. With a fifth consecutive loss, they have now made their qualification scenario extremely tough. There is complete chaos around this batting and the experiments in the last game backfired. Maybe, a victory while playing at home could possibly boost their confidence.

But, they will be facing a strong Tshwane Spartans side in their upcoming fixture. Three out of four games were yielded no result for the Spartans due to rain. But on the only instance where they played a full game, they showed complete authority and registered a memorable win against the Paarl Rocks. The Heinrich Klaasen-led team will fancy another win at this stage of the tournament.

Weather Report

Since there will be thunderstorms on Saturday, the humidity levels are predicted to be high in the morning. However, they go down as the day progresses and shouldn’t have a say on the proceedings. Strong winds are expected and there is a slight chance of precipitation.

Pitch Condition/Report:

In both the games that were played this season, the track at the New Wanderers Stadium seemed to be an absolute belter. Expect huge scores at this venue unless someone makes a complete mess as the Jozi Stars did in their last game at home.

Average first innings score: 161 (Two games played at Johannesburg this season)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 1, Lost – 1, Tied – 0

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Jozi Stars

Chris Gayle, Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (C), Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton, Sinethemba Qeshile (wk), Daniel Christian, Simon Harmer, Kagiso Rabada, Aaron Phangiso, Duanne Olivier.

Bench: Nono Pongolo, Eathan Bosch, Delano Potgieter, Dane Paterson, Gerald Coetze, Lizaad Willams.

Tshwane Spartans

Theunis de Bruyn, Dean Elgar, AB de Villiers, Heinrich Klaasen (C & WK), Petrus van Biljon, Roelof van der Merwe, Tom Curran, Wiaan Mulder, Morne Morkel, Lungi Ngidi, Lutho Sipamla.

Bench – Tony de Zorzi, Donavon Ferreira, Waqar Salamkheil, Vaughn van Jaarsveld, Corbin Bosch.

Top Picks:

You must have the likes of Dean Elgar, Reeza Hendricks and Temba Bavuma in both your Dream11 Fantasy teams. Amongst the bowlers, Kagiso Rabada is your top pick.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Dean Elgar, Reeza Hendricks, AB de Villiers

Vice-Captain Options – Temba Bavuma, Theunis de Bruyn, Simon Harmer

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Heinrich Klaasen

Batters – AB de Villiers, Theunis de Bruyn, Dean Elgar (c), Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (vc)

All-Rounders – Dan Christian, Simon Harmer

Bowlers – Tom Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Duanne Olivier

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Heinrich Klaasen

Batters – AB de Villiers, Theunis de Bruyn (vc), Dean Elgar, Rassie van der Dussen, Reeza Hendricks (c), Temba Bavuma

All-Rounders – Simon Harmer

Bowlers – Morne Morkel, Kagiso Rabada, Aaron Phangiso

Expert Advice:

Chris Gayle has struggled in this tournament and you could well leave him out from both your Dream11 Fantasy teams. But if you’d still want to have him at all costs, you can pick him instead of AB de Villiers or Rassie van der Dussen in one of your sides.

Probable Winners:

Tshwane Spartans are predicted to win this game.

*Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.