Tuskers vs Eastern Cape Iinyathi, CSAKC, Today Match Prediction 28 September 2024

TSS vs ECI Match Prediction & Analysis

Host Tuskers will be looking to continue their excellent form when they take on Eastern Cape in the 8th match of the CSA T20 Knockout Competition 2024 played at City Oval, Pietermaritzburg on Saturday.

In their opening match, Tuskers ed a dominant 73-run win over Limpopo, courtesy excellent performances from Ziyaad Abrahams, Sean Gilson and Kagiso Rapulana. With this result, Tuskers ed their first win of the competition.

On the other hand, Eastern Cape suffered a 22-run defeat against Limpopo. Captain Jason Niemand will be hoping that the side can make a strong comeback in this contest.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Tuskers Preview

In the batting department, the side will be relying on the likes of Kagiso Rapulana, Sean Whitehead, Cameron Shekleton, Sean Gilson and Michael Erlank to deliver the bulk of the runs.

In the opening match, Sean Gilson was the standout performer with the bat for Tuskers and finished the innings with the top-score of 71 runs off 44 balls with the help of three fours and five sixes. Earlier in the innings, Kagiso Rapulana played well and scored 37 runs with the help of four fours.

Skipper Michael Erlank scored 26 not out off 13 balls with the help of two fours and one six, whereas Chad Laycock chipped in with 19 runs off 16 balls.

In the bowling department, the side will be relying on the likes of Ziyaad Abrahams, Mbulelo Budaza, Thabiso Ndlela, Sean Gilson and Sean Whitehead to deliver the important breakthroughs.

Pacer Ziyaad Abrahams was the pick of the bowlers for Tuskers and claimed 3 for 17 in 2.5 overs. Besides Abrahams, Thabiso Ndlela, Sean Whitehead and Sean Gilson bowled well and claimed two wickets apiece.

TSS Over/Under Betting Tips

Tuskers Predicted Playing XI:

Cameron Shekleton, Kagiso Rapulana, Sean Whitehead, Sean Gilson, Chad Laycock, Michael Erlank (c), Ntando Zuma (wk), James Ritchie, Ziyaad Abrahams, Mbulelo Budaza, Thabiso Ndlela

Eastern Cape Iinyathi Preview

In the batting department, the side will be relying on the likes of Nathan Roux, Marco Marais, Jerome Bossr, Nathan Roux, Christopher Gleaves and Mncedisi Malika to deliver the bulk of the runs.

In the opening match against Limpopo, Christopher Gleaves produced a valiant half-century for Tuskers. He smashed four fours and fives in his innings.
Besides Gleaves, Marco Marais scored 32 runs off 24 balls with the help of four sixes, whereas Jerome Bossr scored 30 runs off 16 balls with the help of three fours and two sixes.

In the bowling department, the side will be relying on the likes of Chad Claasen, Jason Niemand, Nico van Zyl, Aphiwe Mnyanda and Jade de Klerk to deliver timely breakthroughs.

In the opening match against Limpopo, Chad Claasen and Jason Niemand picked up one wicket apiece.

ECI Over/Under Betting Tips

Eastern Cape Iinyathi Predicted Playing XI:

Jerome Bossr, Nathan Roux, Jason Niemand (c), Marco Marais, Mncedisi Malika (wk), Christopher Gleaves, Jade de Klerk, Aphiwe Mnyanda, Chad Classen, Nico van Zyl, Tladi Bokako

Weather Conditions

The average first inning score at Pietermaritzburg has been around 130 to 135 runs. The highest total posted by Pakistan women against South Africa women.

The weather forecast for Saturday’s match is going to be sunny intervals with light winds.

TSS vs ECI Pitch Report

City Oval, Pietermaritzburg is going to host the 8th match of CSA T20 Knockout Competition 2024 played between Tuskers and Eastern Cape.

Toss: To Bowl

City Oval, Pietermaritzburg has been a great venue for chasing. The two international matches played at Pietermaritzburg have been won by chasing side.