MSL T20 2018, Match 9: Jozi Stars vs Cape Town Blitz – Dream11 Fantasy Tips

After all the six teams played at least two games in the Mzansi Super League, the Cape Town Blitz stand as the only side to not lose a game. In fact, the Cape Town franchise has won all the three games they played so far with the players from Pakistan have been crucial in all the three wins. After Mohammad Nawaz powered them to a winning start, Asif Ali and Hussian Talat played crucial roles in the previous two matches which they won closely.

They will be up against the home side Jozi Stars in their 4th game. The Jozi team led by Dane Vilas lost their first game of the tournament that too at home. However, they bounced back quickly with a 60-run win over the Paarl Rocks where they made 209/2 thanks to a 155-run opening partnership. The Jozi team have the likes of Rassie van der Dussen and Reeza Hendricks in the batting. Both the teams have similarities in their bowling line-up.

Match Details:

The 9th match of the Mzansi Super League will be played between Jozi Stars and Cape Town Blitz at the New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.

The match starts at 7:00 PM local time (5:00 PM GMT) (10:30 PM IST).

Pitch Condition/Report:

Johannesburg is usually a high scoring venue in the T20 format but the game played last week witnessed scores under 130. However, a different track could be in use for this match with the chasing team having the upper hand.

Squads:

Jozi Stars:

Dane Vilas (C), Kagiso Rabada, Chris Gayle, Rassie van der Dussen, Daniel Christian, Beuran Hendricks, Reeza Hendricks, Dwaine Pretorius, Eddie Leie, Petrus van Biljon, Duanne Olivier, Ryan Rickelton, Sinethemba Qeshile, Simon Harmer, Calvin Savage, Shimane Alfred Mothoa.

Cape Town Blitz:

Quinton de Kock, Dawid Malan, Andile Phehlukwayo, Dale Steyn, Hussain Talat, Mthiwekhaya Nabe, David Bedingham, Asif Ali, Farhaan Behardien (C), Anrich Nortje, Janneman Malan, Malusi Siboto, George Linde, Ferisco Adams, Jason Smith, Mohammad Nawaz, Sibonelo Makhanya, Kyle Verreynne, Dane Piedt.

Probable XI:

Jozi Stars:

Dane Vilas (C), Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton, Daniel Christian, Dwaine Pretorius, Simon Harmer, Eddie Leie, Duanne Olivier, Kagiso Rabada, Beuran Hendricks.

Cape Town Blitz:

Farhaan Behardien (C), Quinton de Kock, Janneman Malan, Asif Ali, Hussain Talat, George Linde, Ferisco Adams, Andile Phehlukwayo, Dale Steyn, Anrich Nortje, Dane Piedt.

Power Picks:

Asif Ali has scored over 100 runs across two games he played at an impressive strike-rate. Ryan Rickelton is fresh off a big knock against the Durban Heat while opening the innings.

Best Playing XI:

Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Janneman Malan, Asif Ali, Daniel Christian, Andile Phehlukwayo, Eddie Leie, Ferisco Adams, Kagiso Rabada, Beuran Hendricks.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Rassie van der Dussen is a safe pick at the moment for one of the multipliers. Dussen scores consistently in this format and opening the innings gives him the best environment. Quinton de Kock also comes under the same category. Daniel Christian can be considered as vice-captain. Even Andile Phehlukwayo will be decent for a multiplier as there are chances of him batting up the order.

Expert Advice:

All the teams have started to field with their full strength teams except for the players in the T10 league. Hence, taking the South African Internationals won’t be a risk any more.

Probable Winners:

Jozi Stars could end the Cape Town Blitz’s winning streak given the fire-power they have in their batting and variety in the bowling.

*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.

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