The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, will play host to the Lions as they take on the Warriors in the ninth match of the South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 on June 6.th March 4:30 pm IST.
Get the best LIO vs WAR Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, match information for probable playing XI and 9.th South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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LIO vs WAR Match Preview:
A competitive contest awaits in the ninth match of the South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 as the Lions look to challenge the Warriors. The Lions have achieved one win in their two matches so far and hence, they are currently placed third on the points table. Furthermore, their balanced start to the campaign has kept them firmly in contention in the early stages of the tournament.
Meanwhile, the Warriors have made an impressive start to their campaign. They have won both their matches and as a result are on top of the points table. Furthermore, his consistent performances with both bat and ball have allowed him to establish early dominance in the competition.
Therefore, this encounter will provide an opportunity for the Lions to climb up the standings, while the Warriors will aim to maintain their winning momentum and continue their strong hold on the top of the table.
LIO vs WAR head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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lions |
0 |
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Warrior |
0 |
LIO vs WAR Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
21°C |
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weather forecast |
Precipitation |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
300 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
neutral |
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Victory % |
50% |
LIO vs WAR Playing 11 (Expected):
Lions playing 11:
1)Zubair Hamza
2) Reeza Hendrix
3) Rassie van der Dussen
4) Michelle Van Buren
5) vian mulder
6) Connor Esterhuizen (wicketkeeper)
7) Wandile Makwetu
8) Björn Fortuyn ©
9) Cody Joseph
10) Ngabayomzi Peter
11) Lutho Sipamla
warriors playing 11: :
1) Jordan Harman
2) Modiri Litheko
3) Matthew de Villiers ©
4) Matthew Britzke
5) Patrick Kruger
6) Jean du Plessis (wicketkeeper)
7) Senuran Muthusamy
8) Thomas Kabar
9) Ephiwe Mnyanda
10) Wesley Bedza
11) Kerwin Mungru
LIO vs WAR Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Matthew Britzke – A right-handed top-order batsman representing the Warriors, he plays an aggressive role in making strong starts and providing high-impact scoring for the team. |
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Senuran Muthusamy – Warriors’ left-handed batsman and slow left-arm orthodox spinner serves as a premier spin-bowling all-rounder, providing ball control along with useful batting ability. |
Raises up:
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Rassie van der Dussen – A reliable right-handed top-order batsman for the Lions, he provides stability and consistent run-scoring at the top of the lineup. |
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Wiaan Mulder – Serving as a key seam-bowling all-rounder for the Lions, the right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer adds balance to the team with his reliable contributions in both departments. |
Budget Selection:
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Connor Esterhuizen – The Lions’ right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman contributes valuable depth to the lower-middle order, as well as handling the wicketkeeping responsibilities behind the stumps. |
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Kerwin Mungrue – A right-handed batsman and right-arm fast-medium bowler representing the Warriors, he strengthens the bowling unit by leading the team’s pace attack with disciplined seam bowling. |
LIO vs WAR South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Senuran Muthusamy and Matthew Britzke |
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vice captain |
Vianne Mulder and Rassie van der Dussen |
LIO vs WAR Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Jean du Plessis
- Batsmen – Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Zubair Hamza, Matthew Bretzke
- All-rounders – Wiaan Mulder (Vice Captain), Patrick Kruger, Senuran Muthusamy©, Thomas Kabar, Kodi Yusuf
- Bowler- Ngabayomzi Peter
LIO vs WAR Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Jean du Plessis, Connor Esterhuizen
- Batsmen – Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen (Vice Captain), Matthew Bretzke ©
- All-rounders – Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Thomas Kabar, Kodi Yusuf
- Bowlers – Kerwin Mungru, Ngabayomzi Peter
LIO vs WAR Dream11 Prediction Today Match 9 South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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M Manac |
7.0 credit |
No |
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jay richards |
6.5 credits |
No |
LIO vs WAR Dream11 Prediction Today Match 9 South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Senuran Muthusamy |
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gl captaincy option |
Matthew Britzke |
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choice of punt |
Kerwin Mungru and Connor Esterhuizen |
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dream11 combination |
1-4-5-1 |
LIO vs WAR Match Winner Prediction:
A deeper and more balanced team will support the Warriors in winning this match.