Lions vs Knights, CSA T20 Challenge 2021
Imperial Lions will take on Knights in the 10th match of the CSA T-20 series. The match will be played at the Kinsmead, Durban and is set to get underway at 10:00 Am local time.
Lions have started the tournament on a positive note with two back to back wins. They have probably the best bunch of players among all teams and getting past them won't be easy. Their bowling is their strength with plenty of international stars at their disposal. Rabada, Hendricks, Magala, Phangiso and Fortuin will be very hard to tackle for any opposition. The batting too looks pretty solid on paper. However, part from Van Der Dussen and Bavuma, none of the batsmen have performed well. They'd need some improvement in this domain.
For Knights, they pulled off a top win against Cape Cobras but whether or not they can replicate their performance against a strong Lions is yet to be seen. The batting still is an issue. Even in the last game, apart from Biljon and Tinder, none of the batsmen performed. Against a quality Lions bowling, things will be more challenging. We think Knight are going to have a hard time against Lions.
LIO vs KNG Live Streaming
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Pitch Report
The wicket is slightly on the slower side and timing the ball won't be easy. A score around 160 can be challenging.
Toss Prediction
Toss will be crucial as batting first looks a great option. The wicket is on the slower side thus chasing can be slightly difficult.
Weather Report
Some thunderstorm are expected on the match day which may cause some hindrance in the match
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds and match prediction for Lions vs Knights, CSA T20 Challenge 2021.
Lions Team News & Playing 11
LIO Team News
There is no news about any injury to the players. So we'll assume that the core of the team will be the same. They might tweak a player here and there.
LIO Key Players
- Rassie Van Der Dussen - Van Der Dussen is highly regarded as a dangerous batsmen. He can decimate any bowling line up on his day and is in very good form in the tournament. He has got starts in both matches and just need to stay a little longer on the wicket.
- Temba Bavuma - Temba Bavuma is another player that has done well in this tournament. He stroked a solid half century in the first match and I one of their key batsmen. We expect him to continue his good run
- Beuran Hendricks - Hendricks bowled a sensational spell against titans in CSA T20 Challenge 2021 and ended with figures of 2-7 in 3 overs. He'll be a challenge for the Knights.
LIO Team Form
Lions have started the tournament with two back to back wins over Warriors and Titans.
Lions Predicted Playing 11
Ryan Rickelton(WK), Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (C), Rassie Van Der DussenVan, Dwaine Pretorius, Delano Potgieter, Kagiso Rabada, Beuran Hendricks, Lutho Sipamla, Sisanda Magala
Knights Team News & Playing 11
KNG Team News
Knights might want to stick with their winning combination or they make swap few players to give them some rest as they'll be playing back to back games.
KNG Key Players
- Pite van Biljon - He's their best batsman and batted well in both the previous matches. We expect him to have a good game.
- Farhaan Behradeen - He hasn't fired in the two matches they have played is a very capable batsman. He can't be counted out completely. If he gets going, Knights will have a very good score.
- Shaun Von Berg - He's been their best bowler In the two matches and we'll back him to continue his good run.
KNG Team Form
After losing the initial two matches, Knight defeated Cobras in their previous match.
Knights Predicted Playing 11
Patrick Kruger, Jacques Snyman, Pite van Biljon (c), Farhaan Behradeen, Ferisco Adams, Migael Pretorius, Wandile Makwetu(WK), Grant Mokoena, Alfred Mothoa, Raynard van Tonder, Shaun Von Berg
Lions vs Knights Head to Head
Both teams have been very competitive against each other. Lions defeated the Knights in their previous meetings. They are a very strong team and are likely to dominate them again.
LIO vs KNG Head to Head Stats in T20
| Matches Played |
LIO Won |
KNG Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| 19 |
9 |
10 |
0 |
0 |
Lions vs Knights Betting Odds
Lions have a very good set of players are the favourites to win.
Who will win Lions vs Knights?
Lions are favourites in most betting platforms and it's no surprise considering the strength of their team. They are far superior to their opposition.
Lions vs Knights Betting Rate
🏆 Lions vs Knights Prediction
With plenty of international stars at their disposal, Lions look a real force In front of a vulnerable Knights team. A strong batting backed by quality bowling makes them favourites.
Feb 23, 2021
18:00 IST / 12:30 GMT
Kingsmead Cricket Ground - Durban, South Africa
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