WEP (Western Province) vs KWNI (KwaZulu-Natal Inland) Match Prediction
WEP
76%
Chance of Winning
KWNI
24%
List a
Newlands Rugby Ground
Facts:
- Both sides kicked off their season on a positive note and are yet to taste defeat.
- KwaZulu-Natal Inland have won each of their previous three games against Western Province.
- Both sides lost the finals last season in their respective Divisions.
Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Chance of Winning
Western Province shared points with Warriors in their latest encounter as it had to be abandoned without a ball bowled. Before this, Kyle Verreynne's team has secured two consecutive victories, with their latest triumph being a dominant performance against the Lions, winning by a margin of 10 wickets. The team's bowlers and batsmen are currently displaying excellent form, and Verreynne is eager to maintain this momentum in their quest to maintain their top position in the points table. In the last completed game, Jonathan Bird and Tony de Zorzi delivered noteworthy performances, and they are aiming to replicate their strong start in the upcoming match. Kyle Verreynne, who has already scored a century in the tournament, is keen on forging partnerships in the middle order with Yaseen Valli and Edward Moore. The batting lineup gains further strength from the inclusion of Mihlali Mpongwana and George. Nandre Burger had an exceptional outing in his last completed game, claiming six wickets. He is determined to continue taking early wickets while sharing the new ball with Beuran Hendricks. Mihlali Mpongwana and Mthiwekhaya Nabe also displayed commendable bowling performances, and the team is hopeful of a repeat performance. With George Linde in the lineup, the team boasts a formidable bowling attack. With 11 points in three games, Western Province sits at the top of the table standings.
KwaZulu-Natal Inland, on the contrary, picked up a 9 wicket win over the Lions in their previous encounter. After opting to bowl first, the Michael Erlank led side displayed a fantastic performance with the ball, as the Lions were bowled out for only 89 runs. Mbulelo Budaza ran through the Lions’ batting lineup, picking up four wickets while conceding only 18 runs. Keith Dudgeon and Thando Ntini picked up two wickets each while Malcolm Nofal settled with only one. Eight of the eleven Lions players were dismissed for single digit scores. Opener Kagiso Rapulana and Dilivio Ridgaard scored 29 runs each while Tian Koekemoer scored 22 as KwaZulu-Natal Inland raced to the total inside 22.4 overs. As it stands, KwaZulu-Natal Inland occupies the 4th place in the ladder with 5 points.
- Western Province's chance of winning: 76%
- KwaZulu-Natal Inland’s chance of winning: 24%
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Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Betting Tips
Kyle Verreynne, the 26-year-old South African wicket-keeper batsman scored a century in the opening game of the season. He boasts an ODI average of 41.22 and a List A average of 35.97. Bet on Verreynne to score over 31.5 runs against KwaZulu-Natal Inland in the game.
Michael Erland, the KwaZulu-Natal Inland batter, hammered 218 runs last season in Division 2 at an average of 31.14. He scored two fifties also. He is yet to get a chance to bat this season. Therefore, it is fair to anticipate that Erland will score over 26.5 runs against Western Province in the game.
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Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Toss Prediction
The Newlands Rugby Ground in Cape Town is a typical South African track renowned for its grass cover, which provides excellent bounce and carry for fast bowlers. However, it also offers a favourable batting surface for those batsmen who prefer playing aggressive shots, as the relatively fast outfield aids in easy scoring once they settle in. This pitch has a reputation for favouring fast bowlers, and both teams' pace bowlers will be eager to exploit these conditions. A competitive total on this ground is generally considered to be over 280 runs. Historically, this venue has favoured teams batting first. The ball comes onto the bat smoothly, making it an ideal setting for establishing a competitive total and then defending it. Therefore, captains winning the toss should not hesitate to opt for batting first on this wicket.
Weather Report
As per Weather.com, the temperature at the Newlands Rugby Ground, Cape Town on Wednesday is expected to be around 22 degree Celsius and 66% humidity, 10% precipitation and a wind blowing at 16 km/h. During the match, it is going to be partly cloudy with no chance of rain as per the weather forecast.
Western Province Players List
Kyle Verreynne (captain), Edward Moore, Jonathan Bird, Valentine Kitime, Yaseen Vallie, George Linde, Juan James, Kyle Simmonds, Mihlali Mpongwana, Onke Nyaku, Tony de Zorzi, Wayne Parnell, Daniel Smith, David Bedingham, Beuran Hendricks, Dane Paterson, Mthiwekhaya Nabe, Nandre Burger.
Predicted Playing XI
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Player Name |
Role |
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Jonathan Bird |
Batter |
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Tony de Zorzi |
Batter |
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Yaseen Vallie |
Batter |
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Kyle Verreynne (c) |
Wicket Keeper |
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Edward Moore |
All-rounder |
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George Linde |
All-rounder |
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Beuran Hendricks |
Bowler |
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Nandre Burger |
Bowler |
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Mthiwekhaya Nabe |
Bowler |
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Mihlali Mpongwana |
Bowler |
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Abdullah Bayoumy |
Bowler |
Western Province Recent Form
Western Province’s last game against the Warriors had to be abandoned. They won their previous two matches against North West and Lions.
Kwazulu-Natal Inland Players List
Cameron Delport, Kagiso Rapulana, Thamsanga Kumalo, Yaseen Valli, Alindile Mhletywa, Malcolm Nofal, Michael Erlank, Tian Koekemoer, Cameron Dean Shekleton, Dilivio Ridgaard, Pite van Biljon, Keith Dudgeon, Kyle Nipper, Mbulelo Budaza, Smangaliso Nhlebela, Stefan Tait, Thando Ntini
Predicted Playing XI
|
Player Name |
Role |
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Alindile Mhletywa |
All-rounder |
|
Dilivio Ridgaard |
Batter |
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Tian Koekemoer |
Batter |
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Michael Erlank |
All-rounder |
|
Malcolm Nofal |
All-rounder |
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Kyle Nipper |
All-rounder |
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Kagiso Rapulana |
All-rounder |
|
Keith Dudgeon |
All-rounder |
|
Pite van Biljon |
Wicket-keeper |
|
Mbulelo Budaza |
Bowler |
|
Thando Ntini |
Bowler |
Kwazulu-Natal Inland Recent Form
After being promoted to Division 1 this season, Kwazulu-Inland Natal picked up a nine wicket win against Lions in their previous encounter.
Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Head-to-Head Record
In the last five meetings between the two sides, KwaZulu-Natal Inland have three wins while Western Province have got two wins.
- Western Province Won: 2 matches
- KwaZulu-Natal Inland Won: 3 matches
- No Result/ Abandoned: 0 match
Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Betting Odds
Western Province to score over 29.5 runs before their first dismissal
Western Province achieved the target of 129 runs in their last game without the loss of a single wicket. Their opening duo of Jonathan Bird and Tony de Zorzi stitched a phenomenal partnership, scoring 61 & 68 runs respectively. Both the batters remained unbeaten. Bird and de Zorzi have played two games this season and are averaging close to 89.00 & 81.00 respectively. All that said, Western Province are expected to surpass the total of 29.5 runs before suffering their first loss in the game.
Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland
List a
Newlands Rugby Ground, Cape Town
Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Top Batters
Tony de Zorzi to be the top batter for Western Province
In the previous encounter against the Lions, Tony de Zorzi showcased his batting prowess by amassing 68 runs. Impressively, he has accumulated a total of 132 runs across his last three matches at Cape Town. De Zorzi's batting skills are not limited to a specific type of bowler, as he excels against both fast and spin bowlers. Given his recent performance and versatility, we have strong confidence in Tony de Zorzi's potential to emerge as the leading run-scorer for Western Province.
Tian Koekemoer to be the top batter for KwaZulu-Natal Inland
Last season, Tian Koekemoer hammered 239 runs in 7 games for KwaZulu-Natal Inland at an average of 47.80. He was instrumental in earning a promotion for his side. This season started well for the 29-year-old as he played an unbeaten 22 run knock in the last game. Bet on Koekemoer to emerge as his side’s best batter in the game.
Western Province vs KwaZulu-Natal Inland Top Bowlers
Beuran Hendricks to be the top bowler for Western Province
Beuran Hendricks delivered a game-changing performance in the recent matchup against the Lions, concluding with impressive figures of 3/40. His ability to trouble batsmen with his pace and well-executed in-swingers, along with his skillful variation of pace during the middle overs, proved instrumental in securing wickets. Hendricks has consistently displayed excellence with the ball, accumulating six wickets in just two matches this season. Based on his outstanding form in the last two matches, we firmly believe that Beuran Hendricks is the prime candidate to be Western Province's top bowler.
Mbulelo Budaza to be the top bowler for KwaZulu-Natal Inland
Mbulelo Budaza displayed a fantastic show with the ball in the last game, picking up four wickets while conceding only 18 runs in his 7 over spell. He ran through the entire Lions’ batting order and gave his side back-to-back wickets. We predict Budaza to be the best bowler for his side in the next game as well.
Our Prediction
Favorites to win
Western Province
- Western Province to win the match - 1.36 (Parimatch)
- KwaZulu-Natal Inland to win the match - 3.10 (Parimatch)
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