The Western Province are all set to lock horns against the Dolphins in what will be the 17th game of the ongoing CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22.
Western Province has already advanced to the semi-finals, and a win here will ensure that they are fresh for the knockout match. They had a fantastic tournament, winning five of their six matches.
The Dolphins, on the other hand, are vying for a spot in the semi-finals. They must win this game in order to have a chance. They were defeated by the Rocks in their previous game by an 8-run margin, further complicating their qualification chances.
The game is scheduled to take place on the 23rd of February, 2022 at St.George’s Park, Port Elizabeth.
CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22 – Western Province vs Dolphins – Pitch Report
It’s an old wicket that has seen a lot of action in the last two weeks. As the game progresses, it will slow down, and captains who win the toss should bat first.
CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22 – Western Province vs Dolphins – Probable XI
Western Provinces
Richard Levi, Jonathan Bird, Tony de Zorzi, Dane Vilas (wk), George Linde, Wayne Parnell (c), Aviwe Mgijima, Kyle Simmonds, Mihlali Mpongwana, Beuran Hendricks, Basheeru-Deen Walters
Dolphins
Keegan Peterson, Grant Roelofsen (wk), Marques Ackerman, Jason Smith, Khaya Zondo, Bryce Parsons, David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, Prenelan Subrayen (c), Kerwin Mungroo, Ottniel Baartman
CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22 – Western Province vs Dolphins – Players to Watch
Dane Vilas
He is currently the top run-scorer for the Western Province with 174 runs accumulated from the 6 games that he has played for the team. This game is a good game for him to stretch his muscles and get primed for the knockout game to follow. He loves scoring and is a great pick for your fantasy lineup.
Jonathan Bird
Another player who is in free-scoring form is Jonathan Bird. He has amassed 151 runs from the 6 games and is in excellent form at the moment. The Western Districts have groomed him well and he too will be looking to keep his rhythm going for the upcoming knockout stage.
David Miller
A player who has performed in great touch for the Dolphins is the experienced campaigner David Miller. He has scored 193 runs from 5 games and has been absolutely immense in the field. He is a known commodity in the world of T20s and will play an important role in helping his team qualify for the knockout stage.
Grant Roelofsen
The Wicket-Keeper batsman has been in great touch and has had a fairly successful season so far. He has amassed 153 runs from 6 games and is also a great presence behind the stumps. He is a great wicketkeeper pick for your fantasy lineup.
CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22 – Western Province vs Dolphins – Fantasy Lineup No.1
Wicket Keeper – Dane Vilas (vc), Grant Roelofsen
Batters – David Miller, Jason Smith (c), Jonathan Bird
All-Rounders – Wayne Parnell, Prenelan Subrayen, Andile Phehlukwayo
Bowlers – Junaid Dawood, Beuran Hendricks, Ottneil Baartman
CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22 – Western Province vs Dolphins – Fantasy Lineup No.2
Wicket Keeper – Dane Vilas, Grant Roelofsen
Batters – David Miller (c), Keegan Petersen, Tony de Zorzi, Khaya Zondo
All-Rounders – Wayne Parnell (vc), George Linde
Bowlers – Beuran Hendricks, Junaid Dawood, Thando Ntini
CSA T20 Challenge 2021/22 – Western Province vs Dolphins – Predicted Winner
With the pressure currently on the Dolphins to produce a result, we expect to see them dig deep and come away with a victory over the Western Province.