Cricket South Africa T20 Challenge will have to see its 4th match featuring Knights vs Dolphins. On Tuesday, 8th February 2022 CSA has scheduled its next match at St. Goerge’s Park, Elizabeth. This short format cricket tournament is a great opportunity for young cricketers to perform and get a chance to showcase skills.
Previously Knights had a disappointing season, standing last with 4 points under their hats in the points table. This year we expect the team to go better. Meanwhile, last year’s runner-up Dolphins showed brilliant performance and this year are looking forward to their first victory of the season against Knights.
Knights vs Dolphins, 4th Match Preview
The Knights did not do so well in their last season of the CSA T20 Challenge Tournament. They had managed to win only 1 of the match in all the four matches that they played, thereby scoring only 4 points and standing last. The fans, however, are keen to look at the team at the top and for that, the team needs to push and improve their abilities this season.
As we speak of the opponent team, the Dolphins, they had a brilliant journey last season. They won all their matches and swiftly move towards the finals. However they were defeated by the Lion, but eventually finished a Runners for that season. This year they will be on a look to win the title and the trophy in their hands.
Knights vs Dolphins 4th Match Prediction
While we predict a match there is numerous factor that one has to take into account. One of the factors that play an important role in the playing squad. Both teams consist of a strong and valuable playing squad. Dolphins have the assistance of players like Marques Ackerman accompanied by David Miller, Andile Phehluwayo.
Looking at the stats of both the teams also is important. Since Dolphins had achieved many wins last season, it is more likely to win this match against the Knights. However, if Knights are prepared for all the tricks that their opponent is going to play and have improved their skills then the fans might see a surprising turn of events.
What is the Pitch Report: Knights vs Dolphins, 4th Match ?
As we know that all the matches are going to be held at St. George’s Park, Elizabeth the pitch of the ground is fairly good. They’re not much to say about the pitch here, the only thing that matters is that it is a balanced field, which means it favors both the departments- Batsmen and Bowlers. An average of 150 runs can be expected to be scored on this pitch.
What is the Weather Forecast?
The weather is pleasant and reports show that it is idle to conduct a match here. Details of today’s weather reports are as follows- The temperature is forecasted to range around 26-30 degrees Celsius. Humidity is 66%. The good news is that there are signs of rain today.
Who are the Captain, Vice-Captain & Playing XI?
Here are the captain and vice-captain that you can select, we feel they are the most ideal pair to be given the responsibility to lead the team. Dolphins Team Captain: Prenelan Subrayen and Knights captain: Pite van Biljon.
Here are probable playing XI of both the teams,
Knights
Pite van Biljon (c & wk), Farhaan Behardien, Mangaliso Mosehle, Patrick Botha, Mbulelo Budaza, Wandile Makwetu, Patrick Kruger, Gregory Mahlokwana, Alfred Mothoa, Migael Pretorius, Raynard van Tonder, Gerald Coetzee, Jacques Snyman, Nealan van Heerden, Jason Raubenheimer, CP Klijnhans
Dolphins
Prenelan Subrayen (c), Grant Roelofsen (wk), David Miller, Jason Smith, Andile Phehlukwayo, Khaya Zondo, Daryn Dupavillon, Keegan Petersen, Marques Ackerman, Eathan Bosch, Ottniel Baartman, Kerwin Mungroo, Thando Ntini, Bryce Parsons, Ruan de Swardt, Odirile Modimokoane