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The Northern Cape vs Eastern Storm 18th ODI match of the CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge Division Two 2025 is set to take place on Saturday, 1st March 2025, at Willowmoore Park, Benoni. Both teams have had contrasting campaigns so far, and this match promises to be an exciting contest. Let’s analyze the match details, team previews, squads, and predictions to determine who will come out on top.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details
- 2 Team Previews
- 3 Eastern Storm Preview
- 4 Northern Cape Preview
- 5 Squads
- 6 Probable Playing XI
- 7 Fantasy Team XI – Dream11 Prediction for Today Northern Cape vs Eastern Storm
- 8 Favourite Team in Today’s Match
- 9 Pitch Report
- 10 Weather Report
- 11 Toss Prediction:
- 12 Match Prediction?
- 13 Share this:
- 14 Like this:
- 15 Related
Match Details
| Match | Northern Cape vs Eastern Storm, 18th Match, CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge Division Two 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, March 01, 2025 |
| Time | 1:30 PM |
| Venue | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| Broadcast | Live Streaming on Fancode |
Team Previews
Eastern Storm Preview
Eastern Storm have struggled in the tournament, managing just one win in four matches. With their campaign hanging by a thread, they need a strong performance to keep their hopes alive. Captain Grant Thomson has been their standout performer, scoring 151 runs in three innings at an average of 50.33. Danie Rossouw has also contributed with 128 runs, but the rest of the batting lineup has been inconsistent.
Players like Kabelo Sekhukhune, Jason van Dyk, and Christopher Britz have shown flashes of brilliance but have failed to deliver consistently. The team’s inability to build partnerships has been a major concern, and they will need their top order to fire in this crucial match.
The bowling attack, led by Mekyle Pillay, has been decent. Pillay has taken five wickets in three matches, while Shaveer Khan and Andrew Rasemene have shared seven wickets between them. However, the lack of a genuine wicket-taking option in the middle overs has hurt the team.
Eastern Storm will need a collective effort with both bat and ball to challenge the in-form Northern Cape side.
Northern Cape Preview
Northern Cape have been one of the most consistent teams in the tournament, winning three of their four matches. After a loss in their opening game, they have bounced back with three consecutive victories, including a 45-run win over Limpopo in their last match.
With the bat, Modiri Litheko has been their top performer, scoring 155 runs in four innings at an average of 39. Christoffel Klijnhans and Ruan Haasbroek have also made valuable contributions, providing stability in the middle order.
The bowling unit has been the backbone of their success. Romano Terblanche has been exceptional, taking nine wickets in four matches at an economy rate of 4.21. Hardus Viljoen has also been impressive, picking up eight wickets, while Ernest Kemm and Benjamin Van Rensburg have provided crucial support.
Northern Cape’s balanced lineup and in-form bowlers make them the favourites heading into this match.
Squads
Eastern Storm Squad
Grant Thomson (c), Danie Rossouw (wk), Kabelo Sekhukhune, Jason van Dyk, Christopher Britz, Mekyle Pillay, Dewan Marais, Shaveer Khan, Amaan Khan, Andrew Rasemene, Tumelo Simelane, Aron Visser, Kyle Landsberg
Northern Cape Squad
Ernest Kemm (c), Modiri Litheko (wk), Jonathan Vandiar, Ruan Haasbroek, Cole Abrahams, Christoffel Klijnhans, Hardus Viljoen, Abel Mokwena, Romano Terblanche, Tshepo Ntuli, Benjamin Van Rensburg, Ronan Hermann, Gerhardt Abrahams, Zakhele Qwabe, Basheeru-Deen Walters
Probable Playing XI
Eastern Storm
- Grant Thomson (c)
- Danie Rossouw (wk)
- Kabelo Sekhukhune
- Jason van Dyk
- Christopher Britz
- Mekyle Pillay
- Dewan Marais
- Shaveer Khan
- Andrew Rasemene
- Tumelo Simelane
- Aron Visser
Northern Cape
- Modiri Litheko (wk)
- Jonathan Vandiar
- Ruan Haasbroek
- Christoffel Klijnhans
- Cole Abrahams
- Ernest Kemm (c)
- Hardus Viljoen
- Romano Terblanche
- Benjamin Van Rensburg
- Tshepo Ntuli
- Abel Mokwena
Fantasy Team XI – Dream11 Prediction for Today Northern Cape vs Eastern Storm
| Player | Role | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Thomson | Batsman | Eastern Storm |
| Modiri Litheko | Batsman | Northern Cape |
| Danie Rossouw | Wicketkeeper | Eastern Storm |
| Ruan Haasbroek | Batsman | Northern Cape |
| Christoffel Klijnhans | Batsman | Northern Cape |
| Mekyle Pillay | All-rounder | Eastern Storm |
| Romano Terblanche | Bowler | Northern Cape |
| Hardus Viljoen | Bowler | Northern Cape |
| Shaveer Khan | Bowler | Eastern Storm |
| Andrew Rasemene | Bowler | Eastern Storm |
| Ernest Kemm | All-rounder | Northern Cape |
Analysis:
- Grant Thomson and Modiri Litheko are must-haves for their consistent batting performances.
- Romano Terblanche and Hardus Viljoen are the leading wicket-takers and crucial for fantasy teams.
- Mekyle Pillay provides all-round value with his batting and bowling contributions.
2 Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Jason van Dyk: Inconsistent with the bat and limited impact in recent matches.
- Tumelo Simelane: Struggling to make significant contributions with the ball.
Also Check: Get The Best Dream11 Prediction From Cricket Experts
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Northern Cape are the favourites due to their balanced lineup and in-form bowlers like Romano Terblanche and Hardus Viljoen. Their recent performances give them a clear edge over Eastern Storm.
Pitch Report
Willowmoore Park, Benoni, offers a balanced pitch with assistance for both batsmen and bowlers. A score of 250-260 is considered par. Fast bowlers may get some early assistance, while spinners will be crucial in the middle overs.
Weather Report
Clear skies with no chance of rain. Perfect conditions for a full 50-over match.
Toss Prediction:
Winner: Eastern Storm
Match Prediction?
Our Winner: Northern Cape Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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