Lions vs North West, CSA 4-Day Series, Division 1, Today Match Prediction 13 November 2023

lio vs nwest Match Prediction & Analysis

Host Lions will be keen to continue their decent form when they face North West in the eighth match of CSA 4-Day Series Division 1 played at The Wanderers in Johannesburg, starting from 13th November.

In their opening match, Lions registered a 106-run win over West Province, courtesy excellent performances from Mitchell Van Buuren, Ryan Rickelton, Duanne Olivier and Wiann Mulder. Captain Dominic Hendricks will be hoping that the side can maintain their standards with bat and ball in this fixture.

On the other hand, North West’s opening match against Warriors ended in a draw. Skipper Wihan Lubbe will be hoping that the side can put in an improved bowling performance in this fixture.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Lions Preview

In the batting department, the side will be relying on the likes of Ryan Rickelton, Joshua Richards, Zubayr Hamza, Mitchell Van Buuren, and Wiann Mulder to deliver the bulk of the runs.

In their first innings against West Province, Mitchell Van Buuren showcased excellent form with the bat for Lions and finished the innings with the top-score of 170 off 260 balls with the help of eighteen fours and five sixes. Besides Van Buuren, Wandile Makwetu scored 44 runs off 107 balls, whereas Bjorn Fortuin chipped in with 42 runs off 60 balls.

In their second innings, Ryan Rickelton was the standout performer with the bat for Lions and finished the innings with the top-score of 112 runs off 186 balls with the help of nine fours and four sixes. Besides Rickelton, all-rounder Wiann Mulder scored 57 runs off 111 balls, whereas Zubayr Hamza chipped in with 51 runs off 105 balls.

In the bowling department, the side will be relying on the likes of Wiann Mulder, Bjorn Fortuin, Duanne Olivier, Tshepo Moreki, and Malusi Siboto to deliver timely breakthroughs.

In the previous match, Wiann Mulder was the pick of the bowlers for Lions and claimed seven wickets against Western Province.

Besides Mulder, Duanne Olivier bowled exceedingly well in the first innings and picked up a five-wicket haul to help Lions gain a huge lead.

Lions Predicted Playing XI:

Dominic Hendricks (captain), Ryan Rickelton, Zubayr Hamza, Joshua Richards, Mitchell Van Buuren, Wandile Makwetu, Wiann Mulder, Bjorn Fortuin, Duanne Olivier, Tshepo Moreki, and Malusi Siboto

North West Preview

In the batting department, the side will be relying on the likes of Lesego Senokwane, Raynard Van Tonder, Wihan Lubbe, Senuran Muthusamy and wicket-keeper Meeka-eel Prince to deliver the bulk of the runs.

In their only innings, Lesego Senokwane and Migael Pretorius smashed centuries to help North West declare at 426 runs for the loss of nine wickets.

Besides Senokwane and Pretorius, Raynard van Tonder and Senuran Muthusamy scored half-centuries for Lions.

In the bowling department, the side will be relying on the likes of Kerwin Mungroo, Duan Jansen, Caleb Seleka and Migael Pretorius to deliver important breakthroughs.

In the previous match, Duan Jansen was the standout bowler on display for North West and claimed six wickets against Warriors. Besides Janse, Ruan de Swardt bowled well and claimed three wickets for North West.

North West Predicted Playing XI:

Lesego Senokwane, Raynard Van Tonder, Wihan Lubbe (captain), Senuran Muthusamy, Grant Mokoena, wicket-keeper Meeka-eel Prince, Ruan de Swardt, Kerwin Mungroo, Duan Jansen, Caleb Seleka and Migael Pretorius.

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The wicket prepared for the game at The Wanderers will offer bounce and carry for the seamers. The batsmen will have to see off the new-ball to score runs on this quick pitch. The weather forecast for all four days of the match is light rain showers with gentle breeze.

Venue Details

The Wanderers in Johannesburg is going to host the 8th match of CSA 4-Day Series 2023-4 between Lions and North West.

Toss: To Bat

Both the teams will be keen to win the toss, bat first and post a competitive score on the board. The previous match played at Johannesburg was won by side batting first.