The 13th match of the South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 will see the Warriors face the North West Dragons. Scheduled for March 10th at 4:30 PM IST, this encounter will take place at St George’s Park, Gqeberha. This preview provides an in-depth analysis, including match insights, potential playing XIs, and fantasy cricket tips.
Match Overview
This match is a crucial fixture in the CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge Division One 2026. Historically, contests between the Warriors and North West Dragons have been highly competitive.
The Warriors have had a strong start to the tournament, currently leading the points table with 10 points from three matches (two wins, one no result) and a net run rate of +0.338. Key contributors like Matthew Breetzke and Patrick Kruger have been instrumental in their success.
The North West Dragons are currently fifth with 7 points from three matches (one win, one loss, one no result), boasting a superior net run rate of +0.857, which indicates their competitiveness even in challenging situations. Wihan Lubbe is expected to be a key player for the Dragons.
Both teams will be seeking a vital win to either consolidate their top position or climb the standings as the league stage progresses.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, there are no recorded wins for either team in head-to-head matches as per available data.
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Warriors | 0 |
| North West Dragons | 0 |
Weather & Pitch Report
| Temperature | 23°C |
| Weather Forecast | Clear Sky |
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
| Best Suited To | Pace |
| Average 1st innings score | 270 |
The match is expected to be played under a clear sky with a temperature of 23°C. The pitch at St George’s Park is generally batting-friendly, offering support to pace bowlers. An average first innings score of 270 suggests a good scoring wicket. Teams chasing have a 50% winning record at this venue, indicating a neutral advantage for batting first or second.
Predicted Playing 11s
Warriors Playing 11:
- Jean du Plessis (wk)
- Jiveshan Pillay
- Matthew Breetzke
- Jordan Hermann
- Matthew de Villiers
- JP King
- Patrick Kruger
- Beyers Swanepoel
- Andile Mokgakane
- Senuran Muthusamy
- Duanne Olivier
North West Dragons Playing 11:
- Rubin Hermann
- Meeka-eel Prince (wk)
- Raynard van Tonder
- Janneman Malan
- Lesiba Ngoepe
- Wihaan Lubbe ©
- Ruan de Swardt
- Migael Pretorius
- Duan Jansen
- Bamanye Xenxe
- Kerwin Mungroo
Key Player Picks for Fantasy Teams
Captaincy Choices:
| Matthew Breetzke | A right-handed opening batter for the Warriors, known for his aggressive approach at the top of the order. |
| Senuran Muthusamy | A left-handed batting all-rounder and slow left-arm orthodox spinner for the Warriors, has shown strong all-round contributions with bat and ball. |
Top Picks:
| Caleb Seleka | North West Dragons’ right-arm off-break bowler, effective in controlling the middle overs and taking crucial wickets. |
| Patrick Kruger | A right-handed batting all-rounder and right-arm medium pacer for the Warriors, provides stability in the middle order and valuable bowling support. |
Budget Picks:
| Onke Nyaku | A right-arm medium pacer from North West Dragons, who has delivered impressive bowling performances, including a notable spell of 6/41. |
| Matthew de Villiers | A right-handed top-order batter for the Warriors, who contributes to the batting lineup with a composed approach. |
Captain and Vice-captain Selections:
| Captain | Senuran Muthusamy & Matthew Breetzke |
| Vice-Captain | Patrick Kruger & Caleb Seleka |
Predicted Fantasy Team 1:
- Keepers: Jean du Plessis, Rubin Hermann
- Batters: Lesiba Ngoepe, Matthew Breetzke
- All-rounders: Wihaan Lubbe, Patrick Kruger (vc), Senuran Muthusamy (c), Tshepo Kabelo, Dian Forrester
- Bowlers: Migael Pretorius, Caleb Seleka
Predicted Fantasy Team 2:
- Keeper: Jean du Plessis
- Batters: Lesiba Ngoepe, Matthew Breetzke (c), Matthew de Villiers
- All-rounders: Patrick Kruger, Senuran Muthusamy, Onke Nyaku, Tshepo Kabelo, Dian Forrester
- Bowlers: Migael Pretorius, Caleb Seleka (vc)
Players to Consider Avoiding:
| Players | Fantasy Credits | Fantasy Points (Last match) |
| M Boast | 7.0 credits | NA |
| C Fryer | 6.5 credits | NA |
Expert Advice:
| SL Captaincy Choice | Senuran Muthusamy |
| GL Captaincy Choice | Matthew Breetzke |
| Punt Picks | Matthew de Villiers and Onke Nyaku |
| Fantasy Combination | 2-2-5-2 |
Match Winner Prediction:
Based on current team form, the Warriors are favored to win this match.
