Lions vs Warriors Play Off Prediction, CSA T20 Challenge
Lions will take on Warriors in the 1st playoff of the CSA T-20 series. The match will be played at the Kinsmead, Durban and is set to get underway at 2:30 Pm local time.
Lions have been simply magnificent in the tournament. They had a rare off day against the Dolphins but bounced back in style, thrashing Cape Cobras by 7 wickets in the last game. There's just no match to the quality of Lions. Laced with match winners from top to bottom, they'll go in this match as massive favourites.
Warriors, on the other hand, didn't started well and lost their first three matches but wins in the previous two games must have induced a lot of confidence. However, the batting is still very vulnerable. No one from their team has been consistent with the bat. Qeshile looked good in the first couple of matches but he's failed in the last 3. There have been odd contribution from some of the batsmen but the overall batting has been poor. As a bowling unit they have done well though. M Nabe, Marco Jensen and Anrich Nortje have bowled well. Overall, Lions are too strong and looking at Warrior's batting vows, we'll go with Lions as massive favourites.
Lions vs Warriors Live Streaming
Star India, Fox Sports (Australia) and Willow TV will broadcast the series in different parts of the world.
Live Streaming: You can live stream the match on Hotstar app.
Pitch Report
The pitch is not easy to bat. It's very slow thus doesn't allow batsmen to play their shots.
LIO vs WAR Toss Prediction
Toss will be crucial as batting first looks a great option. The wicket is slower thus chasing will be very difficult.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds and match prediction for Cape Cobras vs Lions, CSA T20 Challenge 2021.
Lions Team News & Playing 11
LIO Team News
ions rested Rabada, Hendricks, Magala and Pretorius in the last match. All of them are expected to be back in the playing XI
LIO Key Players
- Reeza Hendricks- Reeza Hendricks was at his destructive best against Cape Cobras as stroked a top class 79. He's a dangerous batsmen and can decimate an opposition on his own.
- Temba Bavuma - Temba Bavuma is another player that has done well in this tournament. In the last game as well, he looked in fine touch and played a good hand of 29. We'll back him to come good in the match.
- Sisanda Magala - We'll go in with Magala ahead of the pace trio because the pitch is favourable for the spinners and Magala has really bowled well.
LIO Team Form
Lions have been roaring in the tournament and have won 4 off their 5 games.
Lions Predicted Playing 11
Ryan Rickelton(WK), Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (C), Rassie Van Der Dussen, Dwaine Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, Kagiso Rabada, Beuran Hendricks, Lutho Sipamla, Sisanda Magala.
Warriors Team News & Playing 11
WAR Team News
Warriors have won their last two games so they might want to stick to the same winning combination. Unless there is an injury, we don't think their will be any change in the team from their last game of CSA T20 Challenge 2021.
WAR Key Players
- JJ Smuts - JJ Smuts finally got some runs in the tournament. Though it was not a massive score, it will surely give him some confidence. He's their ace batsman and he'd want to deliver in this knock out match.
- S Qeshile - He started the tournament with some good performances but have failed in the last 2 games. However, he's a good player and being the skipper, he'd want to lead his team to a victory.
- M Nabe - Nabe has been the main reason for Warrior's win in the last two games. He'll be vital with the ball.
WAR Team Form
After losing the first three games, Warriors bounced back and picked up victories in the lass two to book a place in the semi final.
Warriors Predicted Playing 11
Gihahn Coyte, Marco Jensen, Tristan Stubbs, JJ Smuts, Lesiba Ngoepe, S Qeshile(C&WK) Wihaan Lubbe, Ayabulela Gqamane, Anrich Nortje, M Nabe, Lizo Makosi
Lions vs Warriors Head to Head
Warriors have been very dominant over Lions but things have changed a lot. Lions have a very strong team and won't be easy to get over. Lions got the better of Warriors in their last two meetings.
LIO vs WAR Head to Head Stats in T20
| Matches Played |
LIO Won |
WAR Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| 26 |
10 |
16 |
0 |
0 |
Lions vs Warriors Betting Odds
Warriors have got the better of Lions on most occasions, but with international stars back, Lions will be hard to beat.
Who will win Lions vs Warriors?
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 Warriors Betting Rate
🏆 Lions vs Warriors Prediction
With plenty of international stars in their tank, Lions look a real force In front of an inexperienced Warriors team. They have been outstanding in the tournament and defeated Warriors in their last meet. They are our favourites.
Feb 27, 2021
18:00 IST / 12:30 GMT
Kingsmead Cricket Ground - Durban, South Africa
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