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DSG vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 4th Match

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DSG vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 4th Match

Durban Super Giants (DSG) will take on the MI Cape Town (MICT) in a rematch of the first match of SA20 2025/26. Kingsmead, Durban will host this game on 28th December 2025 at 7 PM IST.

DSG won the first game (this season) between these two sides by 15 runs after a brilliant batting effort. Devon Conway (64 runs), Kane Williamson (40 runs), Aiden Markram (35 runs), and Evan Jones (33 runs) helped Durban score 232 runs batting first. 

Their bowlers then held their nerve and restricted MICT to 217 runs. Eathan Bosch picked up four wickets, while Kwena Maphaka and Noor Ahmad also bowled well. The Super Giants will be eyeing a double on Cape Town by winning this match.

MICT, meanwhile, looked pretty comfortable while chasing a big total, but they lost track towards the end. Ryan Rickelton’s century (113 runs) went in vain. Jason Smith (41 runs) also contributed with the bat, but none of the other batters could get going for MI. 

Bowling was a concern for MI, especially as Rashid Khan is not in the best of form. Apart from Trent Boult, all the bowlers had an economy of 11 or more. But there’s a lot of experience in the MI dugout, and they’ll be eager to settle the score in this match.

SA20 2025/26 4th Match: DSG vs MICT Probable Playing XIs

Durban Super Giants: 1. Devon Conway, 2. Aiden Markram (c), 3. Jos Buttler (wk), 4. Kane Williamson, 5. Heinrich Klaasen, 6. David Wiese, 7. Eathan Bosch, 8. Gerald Coetzee, 9. Simon Harmer, 10. Noor Ahmad, 11. Kwena Maphaka

MI Cape Town: 1. Reeza Hendricks, 2. Ryan Rickelton, 3. Rassie van der Dussen, 4. Jason Smith, 5. Nicholas Pooran (wk), 6. George Linde, 7. Corbin Bosch, 8. Dwaine Pretorius, 9. Rashid Khan (c), 10. Tristan Luus, 11. Trent Boult

Kingsmead Durban Pitch Report and Weather

A good batting track will await both sides for this game. The ball will come onto the bat nicely, allowing the batters to play their shots. The pacers will get some assistance with the new ball for the first few overs, and the spinners have done well at this venue in the last five years (economy 7.60). Expect the teams to prefer chasing.

There is a chance of rain in the evening. The temperature will hover around 19-21 degrees Celsius during the game.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for DSG vs MICT 2025/26: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Jos Buttler scored 20 runs in the first game, and looked in good touch. He will be a top fantasy pick, as we all know what he can do on his day. 
  • Buttler will be a key batter for DSG. In T20s this year, he has scored 1025 runs in 28 innings at an average of 46.60, striking at 153.70 with 10 fifties.
  • Heinrich Klaasen (22 runs) also looked in decent touch in the first game. He will bat at 4 or 5 depending on his entry point. Klaasen is the highest run-scorer at Durban in the SA20 league (396 runs at an average of 33 and strike rate of 174.45).
  • Ryan Rickelton was fabulous in the first game, and he loves playing at Durban (105 runs in 2 innings, average 55, strike rate 175 with one fifty). He will be a must in your fantasy teams and a top C/VC pick. 
  • Devon Conway looked in sublime touch for his 64 runs in the last game. He took on the bowlers and got his side off to a great start. Conway is another great fantasy pick for this match.

Key batter picks: 

  • Rassie van der Dussen got out cheaply in the last game, but he will open the innings and can exploit the field restrictions. He will be a good fantasy pick for this match.
  • Kane Williamson will open the innings, and it increases his fantasy value. He looked to play attacking cricket and can score big once he gets his eye in. Williamson scored 40 runs in the last game and will again fancy his chances against MI’s bowling attack.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Aiden Markram is batting at 4 or 5 in this batting unit, but he’s bowling 2-3 overs, which makes him an ideal fantasy pick. Markram scored a quickfire 35 and helped his side post a big total. He bowled two overs as well.  
  • Corbin Bosch picked up one wicket, and he will contribute with the bat too. He’ll bowl the key overs for MI and has been in good form lately.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Noor Ahmad has the most wickets at Durban in SA20, with 14 wickets in eight games at a strike rate of 12.57 and an economy of 6.75. He is a genuine wicket-taker and will be a must in your fantasy teams. 
  • Rashid Khan has been off-color for some time now, but he’s a quality player and can win games on his own when on song. He will be a good fantasy pick. 
  • Eathan Bosch bowled well in the last game. He will bowl in the powerplay and then towards the end of the innings. A top fantasy pick, especially while bowling second.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • David Wiese will bowl the key overs for Durban, and he can tonk the ball on his day. Wiese was in good form in the Abu Dhabi T10 league and will be a top differential choice.

Alternative picks you can consider: 

  • Dwaine Pretorius
  • Evan Jones
  • Kwena Maphaka

Head-to-head

  • Durban Super Giants registered their 5th win against MI Cape Town in their 7th meeting in the SA20. They’ve had the upper hand over the defending champions.

SA20 2025/26 4th Match: DSG vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

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SA20 2025/26 4th Match: DSG vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

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SA20 2025/26 4th Match: DSG vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Today

SA20 2025/26 4th Match: DSG vs MICT Match Prediction: Who will win?

MI Cape Town’s bowling will be an issue for them. If Trent Boult and George Linde had an off day, then it’ll be difficult for them, as Rashid Khan is going through a lean patch, while Corbin Bosch and others were very expensive. 

DSG, too, needs to be disciplined with the ball, as they nearly lost the game even after scoring 232 runs. But overall, the Durban Super Giants will start as the favorites to win the game.  

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

All statistics and matchups in this article have been verified by ESPNcricinfo and Cricmetric.

STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 14th Match

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STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 14th Match

Is this the year of the Melbourne Stars? It’s still early days, but the Stars have looked fantastic so far in this edition of the BBL, winning their first three matches so far.

The form of Sam Harper has been a huge breath of fresh air. The keeper-batsman is producing the type of performances many believed he can produce. He comes into this match on the back of a dominant century at the SCG on Boxing Day, backing up another excellent bowling performance by his teammates, including 41-year-old Peter Siddle.

So, this shapes up as a tough test for the Sydney Thunder. David Warner’s team got off the mark in their last outing against the Brisbane Heat on this ground, but they’ll need a big performance here to knock off an in-form side. Sam Konstas and Matt Gilkes’ strong opening partnership set the platform, and the Thunder will be hoping for something similar today.

BBL 2025/26 14th Match: STA vs THU Possible Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars have added batsman Tom Rogers to their squad. However, they could stick with an unchanged XI from the victory over the Sixers on Boxing Day, unless they opt to drop Joe Clarke or Jonathan Merlo.

Melbourne Stars: 1. Joe Clarke (OS), 2. Sam Harper (wk), 3. Campbell Kellaway, 4. Marcus Stoinis (c), 5. Glenn Maxwell, 6. Tom Rogers/Jonathan Merlo, 7. Hilton Cartwright, 8. Tom Curran (OS), 9. Mitchell Swepson, 10. Haris Rauf (OS), 11. Peter Siddle

Sydney Thunder have named an unchanged squad. They could go with an unchanged XI as well.

Sydney Thunder: 1. Sam Konstas, 2. Matt Gilkes (wk), 3. David Warner (c), 4. Cameron Bancroft, 5. Sam Billings (OS, wk), 6. Shadab Khan (OS), 7. Daniel Sams, 8. Chris Green, 9. Nathan McAndrew, 10. Tanveer Sangha, 11. Reece Topley (OS)

Manuka Oval Canberra Pitch Report and Weather

Chasing teams have won four of the past six BBL matches at Manuka Oval. The average first innings score in these games is 165.

Sydney Thunder smashed 193/4 last week against the Brisbane Heat, but off-pace deliveries into the surface worked quite well. The likes of Marcus Stoinis usually employ these tactics.

Since the start of 2023, pace bowlers have taken 35 wickets in the BBL at an average of 30.94 and economy of 8.50. Spinners have fared better, taking 42 wickets at an average of 18.79 and economy of 7.54.

A clear and pleasant evening is forecast with a top of 24 degrees. There is a chance of dew in the second innings, so chasing may be preferred.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for STA vs THU 2025/26: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Sam Harper is in the form of his life. The right-hander has smashed 165 runs so far this season at a strike rate of 171.87.
  • Matt Gilkes showed promising signs in his first two matches this season, and he then followed it up with 76 (48) against the Brisbane Heat on this ground. Today will be a good test.

Key batter picks:

  • Sam Konstas has two fifties in two BBL matches on this ground (56 and 63). Can he get through the powerplay against an in-form Stars attack?
  • Campbell Kellaway bats in the top order. As a result, he is a safer pick than some of his Stars teammates. The left-hander is in decent form this season: 3 inns, 83 runs, avg. 41.50, SR 122.05.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Shadab Khan took 4/24 on this ground earlier this week. The legspinner has started well in this season’s BBL, taking six wickets and making scores of 34 and 41 so far.
  • Marcus Stoinis has amassed 381 Dream11 points so far in BBL 2025/26. The Stars captain has scored 457 runs against the Thunder (28.56, SR 125.55) and has six wickets.
  • Tom Curran has taken two three-wicket hauls in a row. This includes three wickets in the powerplay. Expect him to test the Thunder top order.

Key bowler picks:

  • Peter Siddle has taken seven wickets at an average of 10.85 and economy of 6.33 so far this season. Overall in his career, Siddle has 22 wickets in 15 innings against the Thunder.
  • Haris Rauf has picked up nine wickets in four matches against the Thunder at an average of 9.33 and economy of 5.60.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Sam Billings enjoys batting at Manuka Oval, with 365 runs at an average of 40.6 and strike rate of 149.6.
  • Glenn Maxwell’s has had a limited batting role so far in this tournament. He’s a more assured fantasy pick if the Stars bat first, but he also offers value with the ball and in the field.
  • Daniel Sams has 311 runs (avg. 28.3, SR 169.9) and 25 wickets (avg. 22.2, SR 16.5) in T20s at Manuka Oval. He also has 19 wickets in 13 innings against the Stars.
  • David Warner is one of the experienced batters to watch out for, but his position in the Thunder lineup is quite fluid. Expect him to bat at three if an early wicket falls.
  • Tanveer Sangha at Manuka Oval: 14 inns, 19 wickets, avg. 18.5, SR 15.6. He has a very good record against Glenn Maxwell (4/66 off 49 balls) and Marcus Stoinis (1/18 off 19 balls).

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 22, Stars 10, Thunder 12.
  • Thunder lead Stars 4-1 at Manuka Oval.
  • Thunder have won the past five matches between the teams.
  • Sam Billings career record vs Melbourne Stars: 6 inns, 172 runs, avg. 28.67, SR 131.30.
  • Tanveer Sangha career record vs Melbourne Stars: 6 inns, 10 wickets, avg. 15.20, econ. 6.61.
  • Nathan McAndrew vs Sam Harper: 11 balls, 13 runs, one wicket.
  • Glenn Maxwell vs Matthew Gilkes: 11 balls, 23 runs, no wickets.
  • Glenn Maxwell vs David Warner: 37 balls, 45 runs, one wicket.
  • Daniel Sams vs Marcus Stoinis: 59 balls, 66 runs, one wicket.
  • Daniel Sams vs Glenn Maxwell: 54 balls, 75 runs, two wickets.

BBL 2025/26 14th Match: STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

Screenshot from Dream11 app. Possible XIs, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Canberra Pitch Report & Dream11 Prediction for the 14th Match of BBL 2025/26: STA vs THU Today.
BBL 2025/26 14th Match: STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

Screenshot from Dream11 app. Possible XIs, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Canberra Pitch Report & Dream11 Prediction for the 14th Match of BBL 2025/26: STA vs THU Today.
BBL 2025/26 14th Match: STA vs THU Dream11 Prediction Today

BBL 2025/26 14th Match: STA vs THU Match Prediction – Who will win?

Thunder have a strong recent record against the Stars, but the Melbourne-based team is playing magnificent cricket at the moment. Stars to win.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

All statistics and matchups in this article have been verified by ESPNcricinfo, Bigbashboard and Cricmetric.

Fans, pundits fuming as MCG Boxing Day Test ends in two days

Charbel Coorey
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Fans, pundits fuming as MCG Boxing Day Test ends in two days

England have finally broken their drought down under, winning their first Test in Australia since 2011 courtesy of a four-wicket win inside two days at the MCG. 36 wickets fell on two days in one of the craziest Tests on Australian soil, and this result will hit Cricket Australia’s pockets hard with up to US$10m in lost revenue expected.

Truth be told, it was a combination of very poor batting and a surprisingly spicy pitch that had fans frustrated. Australia’s batting on day two, with the opportunity to build a strong lead, left so much to be desired, with a host of poor dismissals. On a surface offering plenty of seam movement, Australia’s batters, like England yesterday, seemed to panic with a lack of trust in their defence.

At times, the action resembled a park cricket match as most players sought to hit out rather than fight through the difficult periods. This was particularly disappointing for Australia as England were a bowler down with Gus Atkinson going off with a hamstring injury. Brydon Carse (4/34), Ben Stokes (3/24) and man of the match Josh Tongue (2/44) all stepped up in his absense.

“They’ve only got themselves to blame with their batting today. Yes, it was difficult, but some of the dismissals we saw weren’t good enough for Test match cricket,” Ricky Ponting said on Channel 7, as quoted by Fox Sports.

Chasing 175, England chose to throw defence out the window and chance their hand. Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley combined for a crucial 51-run stand against some ill-disciplined Australian bowling, with Duckett in particular playing a host of audacious shots. Then, in another moment that would have sent shivers down the spine of all cricket purists, Brydon Carse was sent in at three to strike a few lusty blows.

Crawley then combined with Jacob Bethell (40) for a crucial 47-run stand. Joe Root (15) and Harry Brook (18*) ensured there was no back-to-back wickets as England reached the target with four wickets and more than three days to spare.

“Not Test cricket” – Fans fume at the state of play as MCG Boxing Day Test ends in two days

This is the second Test to end inside two days in this Ashes after Perth. However, the Perth Stadium track received the best possible rating as seam movement wasn’t as pronounced.

It will be a surprise if the MCG pitch doesn’t come under scrutiny from the ICC. The curators decided to leave 10mm of grass on the surface, and it resulted in one of the toughest batting pitches on Australian soil in the last 20 years. Given the 2023 and 2024 Tests against Pakistan and India were cracking matches played on balanced surfaces, it will be fascinating to hear the reasons as to why this MCG track needed to be different.

“Grass was left on this pitch because of the weather forecast for days three, four and five,” Kerry O’Keeffe said on Fox Cricket commentary. “And we haven’t even got there.”

CricViz’s overall PitchViz rating for this Test is 8.9 out of 10. This high score indicates tougher batting conditions. This is the highest for any Test in Australia since 2006, as reported by CODE Sports.

Fans and pundits expressed their disappointment on social media. Former England batsman Kevin Pietersen labelled the Test as an “utter shambles and complete disrespect to the greatest form of the game.”

Brydon Coverdale, former ESPNcricinfo writer and current chaser on The Chase Australia, said Test cricket is the loser in this situation.

Captains Ben Stokes and Steve Smith critical of MCG pitch

England captain Ben Stokes was critical of the pitch despite his team’s drought-breaking win.

“When you go out there and you’re faced with those conditions, you’ve got to crack on and deal with it. But being brutally honest, that’s not really what you want,” Stokes said.

“You know, Boxing Day Test match, you don’t want a game finishing in less than two days. It’s not ideal, but you can’t change it once you start the game and you’ve just got to play what’s in front of you.”

Australia captain Steve Smith echoed Stokes’ thoughts. “It was tricky. No one could really get in. I think when you see 36 wickets across two days, that’s probably too much,” he said.

“It probably did a little bit more than they wanted it to. Maybe if we dropped it down to eight millimetres [of grass], it would be about right.”

The fifth and final Test of the Ashes will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, starting January 4, 2026.

PR vs SEC Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 3rd Match

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PR vs SEC Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 3rd Match

Paarl Royals (PR) will challenge the Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) in the 3rd match of SA20 2025/26. The match will be played at Boland Park, Paarl, at 9:30 PM IST.

Paarl Royals did well in the last edition of the tournament, winning seven of their 10 league stage games, but they failed to make it to the final. Their main strength is their spin attack on the low and slow track at their home venue, and they’ll look to exploit that in this match too. 

They have a very strong spin attack, but their batting depth might be an issue. The likes of David Miller, Sikandar Raza, Dan Lawrence, and Delano Potgieter have a task on their hands in the middle and lower order for the Royals. Lhuan-Dre Pretorius and Rubin Hermann are two young explosive openers they will banking on for fast starts. 

Sunrisers Eastern Cape, on the other hand, is the most successful side of the tournament. They have won the title twice in three editions. But a lot has changed for them in this season, as their skipper Aiden Markram has moved to the Durban Super Giants.

Tristan Stubbs will lead the side now, and they’ve got many new signings in Jonny Bairstow, Quinton de Kock, Adam Milne, Anrich Nortje, James Coles, and Allah Ghazanfar. Their squad looks pretty good with most bases covered. 

SA20 2025/26 3rd Match: PR vs SEC Possible Playing XIs

Paarl Royals: 1. Lhuan-Dre Pretorius, 2. Rubin Hermann (wk), 3. Dan Lawrence, 4. David Miller (c), 5. Sikandar Raza, 6. Delano Potgieter, 7. Hardus Viljoen, 8. Gudakesh Motie, 9. Mujeeb ur Rahman, 10. Ottniel Baartman, 11. Nqaba Peter

Sunrisers Eastern Cape: 1. Quinton de Kock (wk), 2. Matthew Breetzke, 3. James Coles/Jordan Hermann, 4. Jonny Bairstow, 5. Tristan Stubbs (wk), 6. Marco Jansen, 7. Lewis Gregory, 8. Senuran Muhthusamy, 9. Lutho Sipamla, 10. Adam Milne, 11. Anrich Nortje

Boland Park Paarl Pitch Report and Weather

A low and slow pitch is expected for this game considering the home team’s spin attack. The wicket generally got better for batting as the game progressed in the last season during day/night matches. Teams should prefer chasing here. Spinners will thrive, and top-order batters from the chasing side are expected to do well.

A clear day is expected for this match with no chance of rain. 

Fantasy Cricket Tips for PR vs SEC 2025/26: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Lhuan-Dre Pretorius likes to attack from the first ball and can take the game away from the opposition in just a few overs. He will be a must in your fantasy teams.
  • Pretorius was the highest run-scorer of the last edition with 397 runs in 12 innings at an average of 33.08, striking at 166.80 with three fifties. 
  • Quinton de Kock made just 159 runs in 10 games last year. But he was in great touch in the recent series against India and will be a must in your fantasy teams. 
  • Jonny Bairstow is a good player of spin bowling and will be a key batter for the Sunrisers. He scored 232 runs in eight innings last season with one fifty to his name. He averaged 38.66 with a strike rate of 134.10.

Key batter picks: 

  • Tristan Stubbs had a forgettable last season with 232 runs in 11 innings at an average of just 29 and strike rate of just 118.97. However, Stubbs is a quality player, and you should back him in your fantasy teams.
  • David Miller averaged 58.50 in the last edition at a strike rate of 136.84 for his 234 runs in 9 innings. He will be a key player for his side and will be a top fantasy pick.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Marco Jansen was the highest wicket-taker (19 wickets) of the last edition and he scored 204 runs as well. Jansen is a proper all-rounder and can win games with both bat and ball. He will be the best C/VC pick. 
  • Sikandar Raza is another top all-rounder pick for this game. He will bat at number 5-6 and should bowl a minimum of 2-3 overs. Raza is another popular C/VC choice. 
  • James Coles is expected to bat at 3 and bowl a few overs. He was impressive in the Hundred this year.
  • Bjorn Fortuin picked up 11 wickets in 11 games in the last season. He will bowl two overs in the powerplay and then in the middle overs. Considering the conditions and Sunrisers’ right-hand-heavy middle order, he will be a good pick. 
  • Hardus Viljoen picked up 14 wickets in just eight games last year for JSK. The Royals will expect something similar from him this year. He will be a good pick, especially while bowling first.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Mujeeb ur Rahman bowled a lot in the death overs for Paarl, and he can swing his bat. He can bowl in any phase of the innings, and with the conditions aiding the spinners, you can try him as C/VC in one or two teams.  
  • Gudakesh Motie will be a key spinner for Paarl. He is a genuine wicket-taker and is handy with the bat as well. Motie can wreak havoc on his day, especially at Boland Park. Try him as C/VC in one or two teams.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • Rubin Hermann while chasing will be a good option. He scored 333 runs in nine innings at an average of 41.62 with three fifties last year.  
  • Delano Potgieter is expected to bowl 1-2 overs, and he can tonk the ball when he gets the chance. A good all-rounder for fantasy cricket. 

Alternative picks you can consider: 

  • Dan Lawrence
  • Nqaba Peter
  • Lutho Sipamla (bowl first)
  • Lewis Gregory (if plays)

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Sunrisers Easter Cape has won 5 of the 7 games played between the two teams. 
  • David Miller vs Marco Jansen (T20s): 14 balls, 9 runs, and 2 dismissals.

SA 2025/26 3rd Match: PR vs SEC Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

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SA 2025/26 3rd Match: PR vs SEC Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

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SA 2025/26 3rd Match: PR vs SEC Dream11 Prediction Today

SA20 2025/26 3rd Match: PR vs SEC Match Prediction: Who will win?

Sunrisers Eastern Cape has a strong bowling attack and good batting depth. They also have plenty of options to choose from. While the Paarl Royals will rely heavily on their middle order. They’ll try to choke the Sunrisers batters with their spinners. 

Considering team balance and squad depth, Sunrisers Eastern Cape should win this game.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

All statistics and matchups in this article have been verified by ESPNcricinfo and Cricmetric.

PC vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 2nd Match

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PC vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 2nd Match

The 2nd game of the SA20 2025/26 sees Pretoria Capitals (PC) take on the Joburg Super Kings (JSK). The match will be played at the SuperSport Park at 4:30 PM IST.

Pretoria Capitals finished fifth in the points table last season with only two wins in 10 games. They failed to get going, reflected in their position in the points table. 

But this time around, they’ve added some big names like Dewald Brevis, Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford and Jordan Cox to their lineup. Batting depth can be an issue for them, but overall, their squad looks pretty good on paper, as they have a good mix of domestic and overseas players for SA20 2025-26.

Joburg Super Kings, meanwhile, finished fourth and then lost in the second qualifier in the last edition. They’ve also made some big changes to their squad for this season. They have many young names, and it’ll be interesting to see how they go in a very competitive tournament. 

Experienced players like Faf du Plessis, Imran Tahir, Rilee Roussouw and Richard Gleeson are there, but everyone’s eager to see the likes of Matthew de Villiers, Steve Stolk and Dian Forrester in action. 

JSK, too, looks pretty balanced, and it’ll be a thrilling encounter between them and the Capitals. 

SA20 2025/26 2nd Match: PC vs JSK Possible Playing XIs

Pretoria Capitals: 1. Will Smeed, 2. Shai Hope (wk), 3. Wihaan Lubbe, 4. Dewald Brevis, 5. Sherfane Rutherford, 6. Andre Russell, 7. Sibonelo Makhanya, 8. Bryce Parsons, 9. Keshav Maharaj (c), 10. Lizaad Williams, 11. Lungi Ngidi

Joburg Super Kings: 1. Faf du Plessis (c), 2. Rivaldo Moonsamy/Neil Timmers (wk), 3. Steve Stolk, 4. Shubham Ranjane, 5. Matthew de Villiers, 6. Donovan Ferreira, 7. Wiaan Mulder, 8. Dian Forrester, 9. Akeal Hosein, 10. Nandre Burger, 11. Richard Gleeson

SuperSport Park Centurion Pitch Report and Weather

A belter of a wicket with lots of runs is expected for this game. The ball will come onto the bat nicely, allowing the batters to score freely. Expect a high-scoring game with little to no help for the pacers. Spinners will be crucial for this game. 

Scattered thunderstorms with a 40% chance of rain is predicted at the start of the game. We could have a rain-interrupted affair on our hands for this one.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for PC vs JSK 2025/26: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Shai Hope will be a must in your fantasy teams. He’s been scoring runs for fun in all three formats of the game and will be a key batter for Pretoria.
  • Hope has 1094 runs in 31 T20s this year at an average of 42.10, striking at 123.20 with seven fifties and a hundred to his name. Try him as C/VC. 

Key batter picks: 

  • Faf du Plessis has been one of the best batters in the SA20 league and the best for his side in the last three seasons. He will be a popular C/VC pick. Faf in SA20 (2025): 10 innings, 286 runs at an average of 28.60, strike rate 138.16, including 2 fifties.
  • Dewald Brevis will be a must in your fantasy teams. He’s been in the form of his life at times in 2025 and has been batting very consistently. 
  • Brevis scored 291 runs in the last edition at an average of 48.50, striking at 184.18 with two fifties. Brevis in T20s (2025): 22 innings, 682 runs at an average of 40.10, strike rate of 181.90, and five fifties to his name.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Donovan Ferreira is another must in your fantasy teams. He will play a key role for JSK with bat, ball, and in the field. Ferreira’s stocks in T20s have risen multiple times.  Ferreira in T20s (2025): 593 runs in 24 innings at an average of 34.90 and a strike rate of 197 with three fifties. He has picked up 9 wickets as well. He will be the best C/VC choice. 
  • Andre Russell is expected to play this game. He will contribute with both bat and ball and will be a great choice for your fantasy teams. A top one while bowling first. 
  • Wiaan Mulder is another excellent pick. He should get more oppotunities at JSK compared to his previous team. Mulder can be promoted up the order and is expected to bowl in the powerplay. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Akeal Hosein can trouble the batters in this match. He’s one of the best spinners in the T20 circuit and can bowl in any phase of the innings. Akeal in T20s in 2025: 30 wickets in 37 innings at an economy of 7.39. 
  • Nandre Burger will be JSK’s lead pacer this season. He has only played in the MLC this year (T20s) and had picked eight wickets in six innings. Burger can easily clock 145+ km/h and will bowl the key overs for his team. 

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • One of Rivaldo Moonsamy and Neil Timmers is expected to open the innings for JSK. You can try both, as both are rated very highly and are known for their super aggressive batting.  
  • Dian Forrester, if he plays, will be another top pick, as he’ll contribute with both bat and ball. Matthew de Villiers is another great option to try in your fantasy teams. 

Additional picks you can consider: 

  • Will Smeed
  • Imran Tahir (if plays)
  • Thomas Rew/Asa Tribe
  • Lizaad Williams (bowling first)

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • The Joburg Super Kings are yet to register their first win at Centurion. 
  • Shai Hope vs Akeal Hosein (T20s): 110 balls, 97 runs, 4 dismissals, strike rate 88. 
  • Andre Russell vs Imran Tahir (T20s): 73 balls, 96 runs, 6 dismissals. 
  • Sherfane Rutherford vs Imran Tahir (T20s): 53 balls, 56 runs, 6 dismissals.
  • Faf du Plessis vs Keshav Maharaj (T20s): 59 balls, 64 runs, 3 dismissals.
  • Faf du Plessis vs Lungi Ngidi (T20s): 24 balls, 28 runs, 3 dismissals.

SA20 2025/26 2nd Match: PC vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

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SA20 2025/26 2nd Match: PC vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

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SA20 2025/26 2nd Match: PC vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Today

SA20 2025/26 2nd Match: PC vs JSK Match Prediction: Who will win?

Both teams are looking good on paper. But, the Pretoria Capitals are a bit light on their batting depth, while the Joburg Super Kings have plenty of new faces, so inexperience may be an issue for them. But overall, JSK is looking more balanced, with most bases covered.

Joburg Super Kings to win.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

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HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 13th Match

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HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 13th Match

BBL action returns to the Gabba a week after the highest and most remarkable run chase in the competition’s history. Brisbane Heat take on the Adelaide Strikers in what could be a run-fest, especially given the Heat’s bowling struggles so far.

The Heat have conceded totals of 212, 257 and 193 this season. They are certainly capable of hitting big scores with the bat, but if they continue to give up such large numbers, they will struggle to put any meaningful run of form together. In fact, they lost their last match to the Thunder in meek fashion.

So, you can forgive the Strikers if they think there is an opportunity for their batting order to find runs. They couldn’t get going in their home game against the Melbourne Stars a few nights ago, crawling to 155/8. On what is expected to be a fine batting track here, they will need more from their top order.

BBL 2025/26 13th Match: HEA vs STR Possible Playing XIs

Oli Patterson is back in the Heat squad. He could replace Liam Haskett who has been very expensive this season.

Brisbane Heat: 1. Colin Munro (OS), 2. Jack Wildermuth, 3. Matt Renshaw, 4. Hugh Weibgen, 5. Tom Alsop (OS), 6. Max Bryant, 7. Jimmy Peirson (wk), 8. Xavier Bartlett (c), 9. Shaheen Shah Afridi (OS), 10. Matthew Kuhnemann, 11. Liam Haskett/Oli Patterson

Adelaide Strikers could stick with the same XI that lost to the Melbourne Stars.

Adelaide Strikers: 1. Matthew Short (c), 2. Chris Lynn, 3. Jason Sangha, 4. Liam Scott, 5. Alex Ross, 6. Jamie Overton (OS), 7. Harry Nielsen (wk), 8. Jerrssis Wadia, 9. Hassan Ali (OS), 10. Henry Thornton, 11. Lloyd Pope

Gabba Brisbane Pitch Report and Weather

Expect another magnificent batting track at the Gabba. Brisbane Heat chased down 258 against Perth Scorchers last week. In fact, chasing teams have won the past five T20s on this ground.

Since the start of 2023, pace bowlers have taken 129 BBL wickets here at an average of 24.28 and economy of 9.03. Spinners have taken 34 wickets in the same period at an average of 46.44 and economy of 8.55.

A cloudy evening is forecast with a top of 26 degrees. No rain is expected.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for HEA vs STR 2025/26: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Wicket-keeper picks are tricky for this match. Tom Alsop will probably bat in the highest position, but he’s unproven in Australian conditions. Harry Nielsen batted at nine in the last match. Jimmy Peirson has 318 runs against the Strikers at an average of 28.91 and strike rate of 141.96.

Key batter picks:

  • Matt Renshaw is in magnificent form. He’s smashed 163 runs at a strike rate of 179.12 this season, including 102 (51) on this ground. Renshaw also has magnificent numbers against the Strikers: 8 inns, 306 runs, avg. 51.00, SR 151.49.
  • Colin Munro career record against against Adelaide Strikers: 6 inns, 133 runs, avg. 26.60, SR 130.39.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Jack Wildermuth bowls four overs and opens the batting. He smashed 110* off 54 balls at the Gabba last week. He is a must-pick in fantasy cricket and is a genuine c/vc option.
  • Matt Short strikes at 156.63 in 10 innings against the Heat. If Short gets through the powerplay, he can go big against a Heat attack that is leaking plenty of runs.
  • Watch out for Jamie Overton at the backend of the Strikers batting innings, especially if they bat first. The all-rounder has struck 15 runs off five balls against Xavier Bartlett. He is also a key bowler for the Strikers and has picked up three wickets in two games this season.

Key bowler picks:

  • Xavier Bartlett struggled in the last game against the Thunder in Canberra (0/52). But, he returns to the Gabba where he has a fine record: 21 inns, 33 wickets, avg. 17.42, SR 12.70.
  • Hassan Ali will bowl in the crunch overs. He has 56 wickets in 30 innings in all T20s this year at an average of 17.9 and strike rate of 11.7.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Liam Scott has looked impressive with the bat, hitting scores of 51 and 25 at number four this season. He has only bowled one over so far, but is capable of taking wickets if given the opportunity.
  • Chris Lynn is yet to get going this season but he returns to his beloved Gabba. He has the most T20 runs on this ground (1,206) at an average of 34.46 and strike rate of 163.64.
  • Lloyd Pope has started BBL 2025/26 in strong fashion, taking 2/25 and 1/22 so far. He has six wickets in three matches against the Heat, but how will he go on a batting-friendly Gabba pitch?
  • Shaheen Shah Afridi is key to the Heat’s hopes. His 1/35 against the Thunder was his best performance so far in this BBL 2025/26 season. He is worth a pick as he bowls at the backend of the innings.
  • Hugh Weibgen has looked in decent touch this season (although he struggled for rhythm against the Thunder) and could bat in the top four again.

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 22, Heat 11, Strikers 10, N/R 1.
  • Strikers have won six of 10 matches against the Heat at the Gabba.
  • Jimmy Peirson has the second-most T20 runs at the Gabba (751).
  • Xavier Bartlett vs Adelaide Strkers: 7 inns, 6 wickets, avg. 37.67, econ. 9.04.
  • Shaheen Shah Afridi has dismissed Matt Short once in 12 balls in T20s (22 runs) and twice in 27 balls in ODIs (27 runs).
  • Lloyd Pope vs Jimmy Peirson: 17 balls, 14 runs, one wicket.
  • Xavier Bartlett vs Matt Short: 29 balls, 43 runs, one wicket.

BBL 2025/26 13th Match: HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

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BBL 2025/26 13th Match: HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

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BBL 2025/26 13th Match: HEA vs STR Dream11 Prediction

BBL 2025/26 13th Match: HEA vs STR Match Prediction – Who will win?

This one has the potential to be a high-scoring match and is tough to pick. Will back Adelaide Strikers to win with their greater depth.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

All statistics and matchups in this article have been verified by ESPNcricinfo, Bigbashboard and Cricmetric.

Debate: Is it a poor MCG pitch for the Ashes Boxing Day Test?

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Debate: Is it a poor MCG pitch for the Ashes Boxing Day Test?

The MCG pitch is in the spotlight after 20 wickets fell on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test. A second two-day Test in this Ashes series is on the cards after Australia’s eight-wicket win in Perth last month.

England won the toss and unsurprisingly opted to bowl on a pitch that had 10 millimetres of grass. Josh Tongue was excellent from the get go, combining with Gus Atkinson to reduce Australia to 72/4 at lunch. Regular wickets continued to fall in the afternoon session as the hosts were bundled out for 152 in just 45.2 overs in front of over 94,000 fans.

The chaos was just beginning. England fell to 16/4 in response and the 19 wickets that fell on day one in Perth looked in danger of being beaten. Harry Brook soon attempted to execute the counterattack to end all counterattacks. However, he was caught plumb LBW for 41 by a massive Scott Boland nip-backer.

England were soon bowled out for 110 in just 29.5 overs. Scott Boland walked out with Travis Head, and one of Victoria’s favourite sons played out the one over, even hitting a boundary off the final ball to huge cheers.

Stuart Broad leads chorus of discontent at MCG pitch

Players and fans have criticised the surface, namely Stuart Broad, Michael Vaughan and Isa Guha.

“I don’t think that Test match quality bowlers need this amount of movement in a surface.

Vaughan and Guha didn’t mince words on Fox Cricket. “This first day wicket is a shocker. It really is,” Vaughan said. “As much as I love seam bowling and watching pace bowlers do well, it’s just a bit too much in favour of the bowlers,” said Guha.

Ricky Ponting also questioned why this surface was prepared differently compared to the pitch for last year’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy classic which went down to the final hour.

“I think there has been very good fast bowling, there’s been some poor technical batting and I think the wicket has offered too much to the bowlers. There is a bit of everything there,” Ponting said on Channel 7.

“We talked this morning we found out there is 10mm of grass that has been left on this particular surface.

“Last year which was a Test match that went late into Day 5, we believe there was only 7mm of grass on that one.

“That will be question that is going to be asked the groundsmen, ‘Why did you leave more grass this year than previous years?’”

Debate: Is the MCG pitch poor or is the batting to blame?

Fans and pundits took to social media to share their views on proceedings. Some believe the surface is offering way too much seam movement, while others point to some poor batting for the main reason as to why 20 wickets fell.

Argument: MCG pitch is poor

“Whichever metric you choose to measure the game in, both teams getting bowled out on day 1 of a test match cannot be good for our game,” wrote Harsha Bhogle on X (formerly Twitter).

“The MCG pitch is a disgrace for Test cricket – excessive grass turned day one into a seaming lottery,” wrote Saurabh, @MR_CricAnalyst.

Argument: Poor batting to blame

Others believe the batting has been sub-standard.

“I’ll die on the hill that says this pitch is not as bad as the batting made it look. Some movement yes. But not an extravagant amount. Some very ordinary batting in those dismissals,” wrote fan Kevin Gramp.

“Yes this track has plenty of spice, but those of us old enough to remember the REAL horror MCG pitches turned out in the early ’80s would argue it’s far from unplayable. Just not convinced batting techniques and concentration are anywhere near as good as they once were,” wrote sports commentator Rohan Connolly.

Australia will begin day two on 4/0 with a lead of 46. Challenging batting conditions is likely to be on the menu again as day one was quite cold. One feels this surface needs hot temperatures and uninterrupted sunshine to ease out.

SCO vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 12th Match

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SCO vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 12th Match

Perth Scorchers have had some time to process their incredible loss last week. Not many would have imagined that the five-time champions would lose despite smashing 257 against the Brisbane Heat, and they will be seeking to bounce back against current champions Hobart Hurricanes.

The Scorchers’ loss at the Gabba showed they don’t have the same bowling prowess as previous years. Jason Behrendhorff and AJ Tye have moved on, while Matthew Kelly is out injured. To make matters all the more challenging today, Jhye Richardson is unavailable for this clash as he is on Ashes duty.

So, the batters have a big task on their hands again. The Scorchers have scored big despite Mitch Marsh not making an impact yet, with their powerful lineup coming to the fore.

The Hurricanes possess an attack that can keep the Scorchers as quiet as possible. Whether they play an extra seamer for Perth will be interesting to see given the conditions.

BBL 2025/26 12th Match: SCO vs HUR Possible Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers: 1. Mitch Marsh, 2. Finn Allen (OS, wk), 3. Cooper Connolly, 4. Aaron Hardie, 5. Ashton Turner (c), 6. Laurie Evans (OS), 7. Nick Hobson, 8. Ashton Agar, 9. Joel Paris, 10. Brody Couch, 11. Mahli Beardman

Hobart Hurricanes have named their squad. Matthew Wade is unavailable due to injury and could be replaced by Mac Wright in the middle order.

Hobart Hurricanes: 1. Mitch Owen, 2. Tim Ward, 3. Nikhil Chaudhary, 4. Ben McDermott (wk), 5. Tim David, 6. Mac Wright, 7. Rehan Ahmed (OS), 8. Chris Jordan (OS), 9. Nathan Ellis (c), 10. Rishad Hossain/Billy Stanlake, 11. Riley Meredith

Perth Stadium Pitch Report and Weather

Another scorching hot day is forecast for Perth with a top of 39 degrees. There will be no rain.

Since the start of 2023, fast bowlers have taken 164 BBL wickets at Perth Stadium at an average of 24.95 and economy of 8.53. Spinners have picked up 48 wickets in the same period at an average of 32.31 and economy of 8.22.

In five BBL matches last year, the average first innings score was 159.2. Chasing teams won three times, scoring slightly faster (8.40) compared to teams batting first (8.03).

Fantasy Cricket Tips for SCO vs HUR 2025/26: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Finn Allen has scored 909 runs in all T20s this year at a strike rate of 201.1. He smashed 79 off 38 balls in his last innings.
  • Ben McDermott averages just 16.00 against the Perth Scorchers, but this is a new-look Scorchers attack. McDermott is in fine form this season with 156 runs at an average of 78.00 and strike rate of 143.11.

Key batter picks:

  • Mitch Marsh has missed out in the first two games, but a big innings can be just around the corner given he has had a great year in T20s: 30 inns, 1,084 runs, avg. 38.7, SR 158.7.
  • Nikhil Chaudhary will bat in the top three. He has started the season strongly, hitting 127 runs at a strike rate of 160.75.
  • Tim David has scored 159 runs against the Scorchers at an average of 31.80 and strike rate of 145.87.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Cooper Connolly is in magnificent form. He’s struck 136 runs at a strike rate of 200 this season. He also has an excellent record at Perth Stadium: 14 inns, 409 runs, avg. 51.1, SR 146.6.
  • Chris Jordan is fresh off a four-wicket haul against the Renegades. He can contribute fantasy points in all three facets of the game.
  • Aaron Hardie will likely bat in the top four and has magnificent numbers against the Hurricanes. He’s smashed 207 runs at an average of 69.00 and strike rate of 152.21, along with six wickets at an average of 13.50 and economy of 7.36.

Key bowler picks:

  • Riley Meredith has taken 15 wickets in 10 innings against the Scorchers (avg. 16.13, econ. 7.26). He has a dominant record against Ashton Turner: 17 balls, 14 runs, four wickets.
  • Nathan Ellis has 11 wickets in 10 innings against the Scorchers (avg. 30.36, econ. 8.87).

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Mitchell Owen has made a slow start to BBL 2025/26 but this is the game he can deliver. He has a century in three games against the Scorchers.
  • Rishad Hossain is picked by over 60% of Dream11 players in this match. The legspinner has been bowling nicely, but can he pick wickets on a ground where pacers take the majority of scalps?
  • Brody Couch took 2/12 on this ground against the Sydney Sixers. He and Joel Paris should enjoy the bounce off this Perth Stadium pitch.

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 21, Scorchers 13, Hurricanes 8.
  • Hurricanes and Scorchers have won three games each head-to-head at Perth Stadium.
  • Riley Meredith vs Finn Allen in T20s: 2 balls, 4 runs, 1 wicket.
  • Nathan Ellis vs Ashton Turner in T20s: 24 balls, 36 runs, no wicket.
  • Nathan Ellis vs Aaron Hardie in T20s: 32 balls, 53 runs, 1 wicket.

BBL 2025/26 12th Match: SCO vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

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BBL 2025/26 12th Match: SCO vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

Screenshot from Dream11 app. Possible XIs, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Perth Pitch Report & Dream11 Prediction for the 12th Match of BBL 2025/26: SCO vs HUR Today.
BBL 2025/26 12th Match: SCO vs HUR Dream11 Prediction Today

BBL 2025/26 12th Match: SCO vs HUR Match Prediction – Who will win?

This one has the potential to be a high-scoring match. However, the Hurricanes can prevail courtesy of their bowling.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes for Dream11 free contests in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. The stats and writer’s views are in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

All statistics and matchups in this article have been verified by ESPNcricinfo, Bigbashboard and Cricmetric.

MICT vs DSG Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 1st Match

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MICT vs DSG Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – SA20 2025/26 1st Match

The fourth edition of the SA20 league will kick off on 26th December 2025. Defending champions MI Cape Town (MICT) will be against the Durban Super Giants (DSG) in the first game. The match will be played at Newlands, Cape Town, at 9:00 PM IST.

MI Cape Town won the 2024/25 title quite convincingly. They won 7 of their 10 league games with one no result and then won the first qualifier and the final. Rassie van der Dussen (393 runs), Ryan Rickelton (336 runs), and Dewald Brevis (291 runs) were the best batters for them. 

Brevis is no longer in MI’s squad, but they have Nicholas Pooran, who’s amongst the best T20 batters in the world. However, it’s touch and go as to whether he plays in this game as he was playing in the UAE ILT20 league on December 23.

In the bowling department, Kagiso Rabada (12 wickets), Rashid Khan (12 wickets), George Linde (11 wickets), and Corbin Bosch (11 wickets) were the pick of the bowlers for the franchise. 

Durban Super Giants, meanwhile, finished at the bottom of the table with only two wins in 10 matches. They failed to get going last season and will be eager for a strong comeback in this one. They have the likes of Heinrich Klaasen, Jos Buttler, and Kane Williamson with the bat, and they also signed Aiden Markram and Devon Conway from the auction. 

Sunil Narine, Gerald Coetzee, Kwena Maphaka, Simon Harmer, and Noor Ahmad form a strong bowling attack. Veteran David Wiese is also there. Overall, their squad looks good with good depth in both batting and bowling.

SA20 2025-26 1st Match: MICT vs DSG Probable Playing XIs

MI Cape Town: 1. Reeza Hendricks, 2. Ryan Rickelton, 3. Rassie van der Dussen, 4. Nicholas Pooran/Tom Moores (wk), 5. George Linde, 6. Corbin Bosch, 7. Dwaine Pretorius, 8. Tiaan Van Buuren/Tristan Luus, 9. Rashid Khan (c), 10. Kagiso Rabada, 11. Trent Boult

Durban Super Giants: 1. Devon Conway, 2. Aiden Markram (c), 3. Jos Buttler (wk), 4. Kane Williamson, 5. Heinrich Klaasen, 6. David Wiese, 7.Eathan Bosch, 8. Gerald Coetzee, 9. Simon Harmer, 10. Noor Ahmad, 11. Kwena Maphaka

Newlands Cape Town Stadium Pitch Report and Weather

A good batting track will await both sides for this game. The ball will come onto the bat nicely, allowing the batters to play their shots. The pacers will get some assistance with the new ball for the first few overs, and the spinners also did well at this venue in the last five years. (economy 7.60). Expect the teams to prefer chasing.

It will be a clear day in Cape Town with no chance of rain. The temperature will hover around 19-21 degrees Celsius during the game.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for MICT vs DSG 2025/26: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Jos Buttler is one of the best in the business, especially in the shortest format. He’s started batting at 3 in recent times and has been very effective. 
  • Buttler will be a key batter for DSG. He has scored 1,025 runs in 28 innings at an average of 46.60 and strike rate of 153.70 (10 fifties) in T20s this year.
  • Heinrich Klaasen didn’t have a great outing in the last season, but he’s still amongst the most explosive batters in T20 cricket. Klaasen is capable of winning games on his own. 
  • Klaasen in T20s (2025): 38 innings, 928 runs at an average of 28.10, strike rate 144.50, including three fifties and a century.
  • Ryan Rickelton was a key player in MI’s title triumph in the last edition. He likes to attack from the first ball and can score big in the powerplay itself if he gets going. Rickleton has this habit of converting his starts into big scores. 
  • Ryan Rickelton in SA20 2024-25: 336 runs in 8 innings, average 48, 178.72 with three fifties.

Key batter picks: 

  • Rassie van der Dussen was the second-highest run-scorer last season with 393 runs in 11 games at an average of 49.12, striking at 129.70. 
  • He held the innings perfectly for MI with all the others batting around him. Rassie will be a must in your fantasy teams, considering the lack of depth in MI’s batting unit.
  • Kane Williamson will play a similar role for DSG in this match. He’s expected to bat at four this season, which will affect his value with the bat. Despite all this, you can back him for this match. 
  • Williamson in SA 2024/25: 233 runs in 7 innings at an average of 46.60 and striking at 118.87 with two fifties.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Aiden Markram will now play for DSG in the SA20. He’s been in phenomenal form lately and will be a must in your fantasy teams. A top c/vc choice as well. Markram has 785 runs in 26 T20s this year. He averages 35.70 with eight fifties, striking at 140.20. He also has nine wickets to his name. 
  • Corbin Bosch has been in top form in international cricket in the last few months. He’s been contributing with both bat and ball for the Proteas. Bosch will be a key all-rounder for MI and a top choice for your fantasy teams.
  • Dwaine Pretorius is another good pick in fantasy cricket. He’s experienced, can bowl in any phase of the game, and is more than capable with the bat. He has 318 runs and 32 wickets in 26 T20s this year. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Noor Ahmad picked up 13 wickets in nine innings last season. He had a great IPL 2025 and was bowling well in the ongoing ILT20 (11 wickets in 8 games). He will be Durban’s lead spinner and can wreak havoc on his day. Try him as C/VC in the big leagues.
  • Rashid Khan had 11 wickets to his name in the last edition of the SA20. But overall, this year hasn’t been up to his standards. He has 38 wickets in 36 T20s at an economy of 8.22 and a strike rate of 20.20. Rashid will be eager to do well with both bat and ball in this match.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Team 

  • Devon Conway scored a double-hundred and followed it by a hundred in the same Test match. He will be confident and can be a great differential for this match. 
  • David Wiese will bowl the key overs for Durban, and he can tonk the ball on his day. Wiese was in good form in the Abu Dhabi T10 league and will be a top differential choice.

Other picks you can consider: 

  • Tristan Luus
  • Simon Harmer
  • Reeza Hendricks
  • Gerald Coetzee

Head-to-Head

  • Durban Super Giants have won 4 of the 6 games against MICT, with one game ending as a no result. Their first loss against MI came in the last edition.

SA20 2025/26 1st Match: MICT vs DSG Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

Screenshot from Dream11 app.Possible XIs, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Newlands Cape Town Pitch Report & Dream11 Prediction for the 1st Match of SA 2025/26: MICT vs DSG Today.
SA20 2025/26 1st Match: MICT vs DSG Dream11 Prediction Today

Option 2:

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SA20 2025/26 1st Match: MICT vs DSG Dream11 Prediction Today

SA20 2025/26 1st Match: MICT vs DSG Match Prediction Today

MI Cape Town have a strong squad but Nicholas Pooran’s potential absence for this match will be a big setback for them as their middle-order already looked vulnerable and now without him, they’ll rely heavily on their top order. Meanwhile, Durban looks very balanced with lots of experience and proven quality in their lineup. 

Durban Super Giants to win (if Pooran is out).

SIX vs STA Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 11th Match

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SIX vs STA Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – BBL 2025/26 11th Match

Melbourne Stars have made such a strong start that there is belief that this could finally be their season. The Stars are the only team to not win a BBL title, and if they keep playing this well, they can go far in this season’s tournament.

After brushing away the Strikers in Adelaide, they are back in action on Boxing Day at the SCG. Marcus Stoinis’ team have a tough test against the Sydney Sixers, who bounced back after losing their opening two matches.

Both teams have in-form players, including Josh Philippe, Jack Edwards, Cambpell Kellaway and Marcus Stoinis, which should make for a cracking contest.

BBL 2025/26 11th Match: SIX vs STA Possible Playing XIs

Sean Abbott is expected to return in this match after missing the start of the BBL season due to a hamstring injury. Todd Murphy is on Ashes duty.

Sydney Sixers: 1. Daniel Hughes, 2. Babar Azam (OS), 3. Josh Philippe (wk), 4. Moises Henriques (c), 5. Jordan Silk, 6. Jack Edwards, 7. Joel Davies, 8. Sean Abbott, 9. Ben Dwarshuis, 10. Jafer Chohan (OS), 11. Kane Richardson

Melbourne Stars are in great form and should stick with the same XI.

Melbourne Stars: 1. Joe Clarke (OS), 2. Sam Harper (wk), 3. Campbell Kellaway, 4. Glenn Maxwell, 5. Marcus Stoinis (c), 6. Hilton Cartwright, 7. Thomas Rogers, 8. Tom Curran (OS), 9. Mitch Swepson, 10. Haris Rauf (OS), 11. Peter Siddle

SCG Pitch Report and Weather

In the last nine BBL matches at the SCG, teams batting second have won five times. The average first innings score in these games is 169.22.

Since the start of 2023, pace bowlers have taken 115 BBL wickets at the SCG at an average of 23.31 and economy rate of 8.39. Spinners have picked up 48 scalps at an average of 28.00 and economy of 7.22.

There is a chance of showers on Boxing Day in Sydney with a top of 21 degrees. However, there should hopefully be a full, uninterrupted game. This match begins at 6:05pm local time, so dew shouldn’t play much of a factor.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for SIX vs STA 2025/26: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicket-keeper picks:

  • Josh Philippe is in fine touch. He has struck scores of 46 (28) and 96 (57) so far this season. Also, Philippe has the fourth-most runs in SIX-STA matches (412) at an average of 27.47 and strike rate of 141.10.

Key batter picks:

  • Babar Azam scored a welcome fifty in the last game against the Thunder. However, the Stars bowling attack is in good touch, so this will arguably be a bigger challenge for all the Sixers batters, particularly Babar.
  • Campbell Kellaway has made an impressive start to the season. His 69 runs have come at a strike rate of 140.81.

Top all-rounder picks:

  • Marcus Stoinis has made a superb start to the BBL 2025/26 season, producing performances of 2/18 & 62* and 1/23 & 32*. The Stars captain also has strong numbers against the Sixers: 14 inns, 399 runs, avg. 33.25, SR 150. Stoinis has also dismissed Moises Henriques an incredible three times in four balls.
  • Jack Edwards is in career-best bowling form. He is the leading wicket-taker so far this season (8) and is fresh off a five-wicket haul against the Thunder.
  • Tom Curran will be vital in the powerplay. If the SCG pitch behaves like it did in the Sixers-Strikers game earlier in the tournament, Curran should enjoy some movement with the new ball.

Key bowler picks:

  • Sean Abbott has an incredible 80 wickets in 47 T20s at the SCG. He averages 16.7 with a strike rate of 12.1. He also has 22 wickets in 16 matches against the Stars (avg. 20.41, econ. 8.31), including Marcus Stoinis twice in 21 balls (21 runs).
  • Ben Dwarshuis has taken 21 wickets in 17 innings against the Stars (avg. 25.81, SR 8.56). His matchup against Sam Harper will make for thrilling viewing given he’s dismissed him three times in 23 balls but has conceded 51 runs.
  • Haris Rauf bowls in the crunch overs, particularly at the death. He has eight wickets in five innings at the SCG at an average of 21.5 and strike rate of 13.5.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Glenn Maxwell has a magnificent record against the Sixers, smashing 809 runs at an average of 47.59 and strike rate of 162.12. His record against Sean Abbott could make for interesting viewing: 67 balls, 115 runs, four wickets (SR 171.6).
  • Sam Harper will open and is coming off an impactful 36-ball 55 against the Adelaide Strikers. He is selected by 67% of Dream11 players for this match. He is definitely worth considering, but keep in mind he averages just 16.73 in 11 innings against the Sixers.
  • Joel Davies is coming off a solid bowling display in the last game (3/24). With no Todd Murphy available, Davies will be one of the Sixers’ more important bowlers on a ground where spin is often economical.
  • Daniel Hughes has scored 335 runs against the Stars at an average of 23.93 and strike rate of 126.89. He has a moderate T20 record at the SCG: 537 runs, avg. 22.4, SR 117.
  • Peter Siddle has 154 Dream11 points so far this season. The 41-year-old is still touching speeds of 140km/h.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 24, Sixers 15, Stars 9.
  • Sixers lead Stars 7-4 in 11 meetings at the SCG.
  • Josh Philippe has 1,064 T20 runs at the SCG at an average of 32.2 and strike rate of 140.
  • Moises Henriques vs Melbourne Stars: 23 inns, 515 runs, avg. 27.11, SR 145.07.
  • Glenn Maxwell vs Daniel Hughes in T20s: 42 balls, 55 runs, three dismissals.
  • Glenn Maxwell vs Moises Henriques in T20s: 44 balls, 60 runs, two dismissals.
  • Tom Curran vs Josh Philippe in T20s: 6 balls, 12 runs, one dismissal.
  • Peter Siddle vs Josh Philippe in T20s: 39 balls, 45 runs, no dismissal.
  • Sean Abbott vs Joe Clarke in T20s: 23 balls, 28 runs, one dismissal.
  • Haris Rauf vs Babar Azam in T20s: 56 balls, 77 runs, one dismissal.

BBL 2025/26 11th Match: SIX vs STA Dream11 Prediction Today

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams. 

Option 1:

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Option 2:

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BBL 2025/26 11th Match: SIX vs STA Match Prediction – Who will win?

This has the makings of a classic. The Stars look very confident and I will back them to get the win.

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