Titans vs Knights, CSA T20 Challenge 2021
Titans, the most successful team of the tournament with 6 titles, had a miserable outing in the previous edition, winning just three games out of their 10 matches. VKB Knights, on the other hand failed to win a single game. Both were the two worst performers of the season and would look to get off to a winning start in this new season. Read as we preview the Titans Vs Knights match that gets underway at 10:00 Am local time at Kinsmead Durban.
Even though Titans failed to reach the semi final of the previous edition, they have been the most consistent team of the tournament. Prior to the 2019 season, they had won 3 back to back titles which sums up their dominance over other teams. They'll be happy to kick off their campaign against the weakest team of the tournament, VKB Knights.
Titans are far superior to Knights in every department of the game. Led by Henrich Klaasen, Titans are laced with some top quality international cricketers including the likes of Dean Elgar, Aiden Markram, Theunis de Bruyn, Chris Morris, Junior Dala, Tabraiz Shamsi and Lungi Ngidi.
They're up against, VKB Knights, who failed to win a single game in the previous edition. Knights rest their hopes on their skipper, Pite van Biljon and all rounder Farhaan Behradeen. These players need to have an exceptional game if Knights are to challenge the mighty Titans.
As of now, Knights are favourites to start the tournament of a winning note.
TIT vs KNG 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.
Toss Prediction
Both teams might to look to bat first and put big runs on the board
Pitch Report
The pitch will be as flat as it gets and batsmen are expected to dominate the game. Bowlers might get something out of the surface with the new ball but once it gets soft, there will plenty of runs on offer.
Weather Report
The CSA T-20 challenge will kick off on a bright shiny day. The 2019 edition was married by rain but we'll hope we get to see a full tournament without any interruption of rain.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds and match prediction for Titans vs Knights, CSA T20 Challenge 2021.
Titans Team News & Playing 11
TIT Team News
A lot of big names were missing from the Titans squad in the previous edition but with Australia postponing their your to SA, all the players are available to play this T20 League. Henrich Klaasen, Dean Elgar, Aiden Markram, Theunis de Bruyn, Chris Morris, Junior Dala, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lungi Ngidi, all are expected to be the part of the playing XI.
TIT Key Players
- Theunis de Bruyn - De Bruyn was Titan's top performer in the previous season with 348 runs in 7 games. He's regarded as one of the greats in this format of the game and have played for several franchises, all across the globe. He'll be looking to replicate his success and get off to a solid start.
- Henrich Klaasen - The skipper had an average series against Pakistan but he'll enjoy batting on this hard surface of Durban. He's a player, if gets going can be very hard to stop.
- Tabraiz Shamsi - Durban is a wicket where spinners play a big role due to the slowness of the wicket. Shamsi was in fine form in the T20I series against Pakistan and can be backed to perform well in this game too.
TIT Team Form
Titans have been the most successful team of the tournament but failed to qualify for the semi final in the last season, winning just 3 of their 10 games. 3 of their games were called off due to rain.
Titans Predicted Playing 11
Henrich Klaasen(C&WK) Dean Elgar, Aiden Markram, Theunis de Bruyn, Henry Davis, Grant Thomson, Chris Morris, Junior Dala, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lungi Ngidi, Okuhle Cele
Knights Team News & Playing 11
KNG Team News
Farhaan Behradeen, who captained Titans in the previous addition, will play for Knight in this season.
KNG Key Players
- Farhaan Behradeen - Behradeen is arguably their best batsmen and Knights will expect a solid show from him in the upcoming season.
- Pite van Biljon - He's another batsmen that'll be crucial for the Knights. He along with Behradeen will have to play exceptionally well if Knights have to make an impact in the tournament
- Michael Pretorius - Pretorius was their most successful bowler in the last season with 8 wickets in 5 matches. He's an impressive record in the South African domestic cricket and will lead Knights charge with the ball.
KNG Team Form
Knights failed to win a single game in the previous edition of the tournament. They played 5 matches and lost all of them. 5 of their games were called off due to rain.
Knights Predicted Playing 11
Farhaan Behradeen, Grant Mokoena, Jonathan Vandiar, Raynard van Tonder, Pite van Biljon(C&WK), Ferisco Adams, Jacques Snyman, Patrick Kruger, Migael Pretorius, Shaun von Berg, Alfred Mothoa.
Titans vs Knights Head to Head
Titans have been very dominant over Knights in the history of the tournament. They have won 16 of the 24 matches while Knights have only managed to win 8 games. In their previous meeting, Titans defeated Knights by 6 wickets.
TIT vs KNG Head to Head Stats in T20
| Matches Played |
TIT Won |
KNG Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| 24 |
16 |
8 |
0 |
0 |
Titans vs Knights Betting Odds
It was surprising to see Titans struggle in the previous edition but with all their international starts back, they look a brutal force that’ll wipe out a bleak Knights team.
Who will win Titans Vs Knights?
Titans are favourites on all betting platforms. They've been the most consistent team of the tournament and boast of some quality players in their squad.
Titans vs Knights Betting Rate
Feb 19, 2021
13:30 IST / 8:00 GMT
Kingsmead Cricket Ground - Durban, South Africa
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