Lions v Knights Predictions

Knights kept their record clean by winning their second match of the Ram Slam T20 Challenge, 2014-15 against Titans while Lions crushed Warriors by a hefty margin of 10 wickets. Both team are on top of the table with nine points each from two victories but Knight have an edge on the run rate. The giants will collide in the forthcoming game of the tournament to show off their power.

Players to watch

Chris Gayle blasted unbeaten maiden hundred of the event for lions from mere 55 deliveries and won the game single handed. Alviro Petersen was at the other end with 29 while they have the services of the competent batsmen including Neil McKenzie, Temba Bavuma, Jean Symes and Thami Tsolekile. Eddie Leie sparkled with three wickets whereas Chris Morris, Lonwabo Tsotsobe, Hardus and Gayle can defend their posted scores.

Andre Russell was promoted in the batting line up and he proved his worth by dispatching 48 off just 21 balls against Titans. Rudi Second, Gerhardt Abrahams and Tumelo Bodibe contributed enough runs on the top order. Dillon du Preez, Andre Russell, Shadley van Schalkwyk and Malusi Siboto are picking up their form with the ball.

Time & Venue

Sunday, November 9, 2014 @ 10:00 GMT, 12:00 local at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom.

Weather

No problem with the weather and the temperatures around 16-27ᵒC.

Toss

The winning skipper will opt to chase under the circumstances.

The Pitch

A nice surface for the shortest versions of the game and the crowd will enjoy the match.

Teams

Lions – Neil McKenzie (C), Chris Gayle, Alviro Petersen, Temba Bavuma,  Jean Symes, Thami Tsolekile, Dwaine Pretorius, Chris Morris, Eddie Leie, Lonwabo Tsotsobe, Hardus Viljoen.

Knights – Werner Coetsee (C), Gerhardt Abrahams, Rudi Second, Tumelo Bodibe, Pite van Biljon, Diego Rosier, Andre Russell, Obus Pienaar, Dillon du Preez, Malusi Siboto, Shadley van Schalkwyk.

Prediction

Lions have geared up and will be the favourites to win the game.