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Excitement is in the air as the highly anticipated SA20 2024 cricket tournament is set to kick off on January 10 with a gripping encounter between Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SUNE) and Joburg Super Kings (JSK) at St George’s Park in Gqeberha.
As the defending champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape will carry the weight of expectations into the tournament. Fans are eager to see if they can replicate their previous success and start the competition on a high note. Led by the stylish batter Aiden Markram, Sunrisers Eastern Cape boasts a formidable lineup, and spectators can anticipate an electrifying performance from the reigning champions.
On the other side of the pitch, Joburg Super Kings, under the seasoned leadership of veteran Proteas star Faf du Plessis, will be eyeing a positive start to their SA20 2024 campaign. With a captain known for his tactical acumen and vast experience, the Super Kings are geared up for the challenge ahead. The clash between these two powerhouse teams promises to be a spectacle for cricket enthusiasts.
Both sides are laden with cricketing superstars, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the opening match. Fans can expect an intense battle between bat and ball, with players showcasing their skills and determination to secure an early advantage in the tournament.
SA20 2024, Match 01:
- Date and time: January 10, 2024, 3:30 pm GMT | 09:00 pm IST | 05:30 pm local
- Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha
St George’s Park Pitch Report:
At St George’s Park, the pitch tends to be initially favorable for batters, offering good conditions for stroke play. However, as the game unfolds, there is a noticeable inclination towards providing assistance to both spin and seam bowlers. Historical trends indicate that teams batting first have enjoyed an advantage over those chasing a target. Given this track record, winning the toss might prompt the captain to consider opting for batting first to capitalize on the pitch conditions early on.
SUNE vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Tristan Stubbs
- Batters: Faf du Plessis, Dawid Malan, Reeza Hendricks, Sarel Erwee
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Moeen Ali, Romario Shepherd
- Bowlers: Gerald Coetzee, Nandre Burger
SUNE vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Aiden Markram (c), Faf du Plessis (vc)
Choice 2: Dawid Malan (c), Marco Jansen (vc)
Also READ: SA20 2024 – Best playing XI of Sunrisers Eastern Cape
SUNE vs JSK Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Simon Harmer, Tom Abell, Lizaad Williams, Imran Tahir
SUNE vs JSK Dream11 Team for today’s match (Jan 10, 3:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Adam Rossington(w), Temba Bavuma, Dawid Malan, Aiden Markram(c), Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Tom Abell, Ottniel Baartman, Liam Dawson, Ayabulela Gqamane, Sarel Erwee, Patrick Kruger, Beyers Swanepoel, Andile Simelane, Caleb Seleka, Jordan Hermann
Joburg Super Kings: Faf du Plessis(c), Reeza Hendricks, Leus du Plooy, Donovan Ferreira(w), Moeen Ali, Romario Shepherd, Kyle Simmonds, Gerald Coetzee, Lizaad Williams, Nandre Burger, Imran Tahir, Wayne Madsen, Aaron Phangiso, David Wiese, Dayyaan Galiem, Sibonelo Makhanya, Zahir Khan, Sam Cook, Ronan Hermann
