In a much awaited Group B showdown at the ICC U-19 World Cup 2024, South Africa U19 is set to battle England U19 at the iconic Senwes Park in Potchefstroom. Both squads come into the game with assurance after triumphs in their prior fixtures.
England U19 showcased their strength in the competition by conquering Scotland in an electrifying challenge. England effortlessly achieved the target set by Scotland, securing a convincing 7-wicket triumph. The team displayed a well-rounded performance, with both their batting and bowling units contributing significantly to the victory.
On the other hand, South Africa U19 encountered a tough test against West Indies in their previous match. The Proteas successfully clinched a 31-run win, underscoring their resilience and resolve on the field. The South African team exhibited a commendable exhibition of abilities, with key players delivering standout performances to secure the pivotal victory.
U19 World Cup 2024, Group B:
- Date and Time: January 22; 08:00 am GMT/ 01:30 pm IST/ 10:00 am local
- Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
Senwes Park Pitch Overview:
The pitch is characterized by a surface that ensures a consistent bounce, enabling batters to play aggressive shots. Although the track tends to limit seam movement, making it less favorable for swing bowlers, it has the potential to transform into a more batter-friendly surface as the match unfolds. This shift in dynamics could particularly benefit teams involved in a chase, potentially influencing the overall outcome of the game.
SA-U19 versus EN-U19 Dream11 Forecast Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Ben McKinney, Lhuan-dre Pretorius
- Batters: Steve Stolk, David Teeger, Hamza Shaikh,
- All-rounders: Juan James, Riley Norton, Luc Benkenstein, Jaydn Denly
- Bowlers: Kwena Maphaka, Farhan Ahmed
SA-U19 versus EN-U19 Dream11 Forecast Captain and Vice-Captain:
Option 1: Luc Benkenstein (c), Riley Norton (vc)
Option 2: Juan James (c), David Teeger (vc)
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SA-U19 versus EN-U19 Dream11 Forecast Backups:
Dewan Marais, Romashan Pillay, Sebastian Morgan, Eddie Jack
SA-U19 versus EN-U19 Dream11 Lineup for today’s match (Jan 23, 08:00 am GMT):
Squads:
South Africa U19: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Steve Stolk, David Teeger, Richard Seletswane, Oliver Whitehead, Dewan Marais, Romashan Pillay, Juan James (c), Riley Norton, Ntando Zuma (wk), Kwena Maphaka, Martin Khumalo, Tristan Luus, Nqobani Mokoena, Sipho Potsane
England U19: Jaydn Denly, Ben McKinney (c), Noah Thain, Hamza Shaikh, Luc Benkenstein, Charlie Allison, Dominic Kelly, Jack Carney (wk), Sebastian Morgan, Eddie Jack, Farhan Ahmed, Theo Wylie, Tazeem Ali, Haydon Mustard, Charlie Barnard
