The SA20 League 2025 is set to feature an exciting clash between the Pretoria Capitals and the Joburg Super Kings on January 16, 2025, at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. It’s going to be an exciting battle to watch between two firepower teams and here’s the JSK vs PC Dream11 prediction for all the fantasy players to make their teams wisely.
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Match Details:
Date: January 16, 2025
Time: 09:00 PM IST
Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Weather Forecast:
The weather in Johannesburg is expected to be overcast with a 75% chance of light thunderstorms. Temperatures are likely to hover around 27°C.
Pitch Report of The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg:
The Wanderers Stadium pitch offers balanced conditions for both batters and bowlers. Pace bowlers may find some assistance, while batters can capitalize once settled. The average first innings score is around 163, indicating a competitive total.
Squads of JSK vs PC:
Pretoria Capitals:
Anrich Nortje, Jimmy Neesham (New Zealand), Will Jacks (England), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Afghanistan), Liam Livingstone (England), Will Smeed (England), Migael Pretorius, Rilee Rossouw, Eathan Bosch, Wayne Parnell, Senuran Muthusamy, Kyle Verreynne, Daryn Dupavillon, Steve Stolk, Tiaan van Vuuren, Marques Ackerman, Evin Lewis (West Indies), Kyle Simmonds, Keagan Lion-Cachet (Rookie).
Joburg Super Kings:
Faf Du Plessis, Moeen Ali (England), Jonny Bairstow (England), Maheesh Theekshana (Sri Lanka), Devon Conway (New Zealand), Gerald Coetzee, David Wiese (Namibia), Leus Du Plooy (England), Lizaad Williams, Nandre Burger, Donovan Ferreira, Imran Tahir, Sibonelo Makhanya, Tabraiz Shamsi, Wihan Lubbe, Evan Jones, Doug Bracewell (New Zealand), JP King (Rookie)
Also Read: ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Full Team Squads and Player Analysis
Probable Playing XI of JSK vs PC:
Pretoria Capitals:
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Will Jacks
- Kyle Verreynne (WK)
- Rilee Rossouw
- Liam Livingstone
- Marques Ackerman
- James Neesham
- Migael Pretorious
- Senuran Muthusamy
- Daryn Dupavillon
- Ethan Bosch
Joburg Super Kings:
- Faf du Plessis (C)
- Devon Conway
- Leus Du Plooy
- Jonny Bairstow
- Wihan Lubbe
- Donovan Ferreira
- David Wiese
- Gerald Coetzee
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Imran Tahir
Top Fantasy Picks For JSK vs PC Dream11 Team:
Batters:
Leus Du Plooy (JSK): Known for his aggressive batting, He can anchor the innings and accelerate when needed. He has scored 455 runs at an average of 56.9 in 12 matches at the venue and also looked in decent touch in the last two matches.
Faf du Plessis (JSK): The experienced skipper is a reliable top-order batter with the ability to play match-winning knocks. He has scored 583 runs at an average of 41.6 in just 16 matches at Johannesburg which is pretty awesome.
All-rounders:
David Wiese (JSK): Offers valuable contributions with both bat and ball, making him a key fantasy pick. He can’t be missed in small league teams especially while bowling in first innings.
Senuran Muthusamy (PC): A dynamic all-rounder capable of impactful performances in both departments. Did extremely well in the last two matches with both bat and ball.
Bowlers:
Matheesha Pathirana (JSK): His express pace can trouble any batting lineup, making him a valuable asset especially while bowling first.
Gerald Coetzee (JSK): The young pacegun has taken 10 wickets at a strike rate of just 12.2 in 6 matches at this venue and bowl at crucial stages which makes him a top fantasy pick.
JSK vs PC Dream11 Fantasy Team:
Wicketkeeper: Jonny Bairstow
Batters: Faf du Plessis, Will Jacks, Leus de Plooy
All-rounders: James Neesham, David Wiese, Senuran Muthusamy
Bowlers: Imran Tahir, Gerald Coetzee, Tabraiz Shamsi, Daryl Dupavillon
JSK vs PC Dream11 Captain/Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain: Senuran Muthusamy, David Wiese
Vice-Captain: Will Jacks, Gerald Coetzee
Expert Advice:
Considering the overcast conditions and potential for rain, opting for seam bowlers who can exploit the weather may yield additional fantasy points. Additionally, selecting top-order batters increases the chances of maximizing scoring opportunities.
Note: Fantasy team selections should be made closer to the match time after the toss to ensure the chosen players are part of the playing XI.