Fans will watch the Rocks take on the Lions in the twenty-sixth match of the South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 at Boland Park, Paarl on the 21st.scheduled tribe March 4:30 pm IST.
Get the best ROC vs LIO Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for 26.th South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
ROC vs LIO Match Preview:
The intensity of the CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge Division One has reached fever pitch as Gibbets Rocks prepare to host DP World Lions in Match 26. This important high-stakes encounter is scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2026 at 4:30 PM IST at Boland Park in Paarl. While the hosts are desperately fighting to avoid the bottom half of the standings, the visitors aim to cement their position as the competition’s most dominant force.
Gibbets Rocks are currently fifth on the points table with 12 points, having recorded an equal split of three wins and three losses. They approach Paarl with a mixed pace, relying heavily on the explosive batting of Janman Malan and the middle-order stability of Clyde Fortuyn. Additionally, the team includes the tactical leadership of Akhona Manyaka and the elite spin variety of Imran Manyaka, both of whom remain vital at the Boland Park track. Additionally, the team intends to take advantage of their recent narrow win over the Dolphins to move towards the top four in the late season.
However, DP World Lions are at the pinnacle of the standings with 20 points and a staggering net run rate of +1.503. They remained undefeated after six matches, amassing four clinical wins with two without a result. The team is currently powered by the exceptional form of Mitchell Van Buuren and the tactical brilliance of captain Björn Fortuyn. Furthermore, the bowling department looks strong, featuring the raw pace of Kwena Mafaka and a disciplined line up from Kodi Joseph. Furthermore, the visitors will be looking to maintain their perfect record to ensure entry into the knockout stage with maximum psychological advantage.
Therefore, both the powerful teams will fight with high intensity to set the pace of the competition. The Rocks aim to use their local knowledge and spin-heavy attack to suppress the Lions’ heavy hitters. Additionally, the Lions intend to take advantage of their superior all-round depth and winning streak to pick up another win and clinch the minor premiership.
ROC vs LIO head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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rocks |
0 |
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lions |
0 |
ROC vs LIO Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
26°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
balanced |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
248 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
neutral |
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Victory % |
50% |
ROC vs LIO Playing 11 (Expected):
Rocks Playing 11:
1) Bledde Capel
2) Grant Roelofsen
3) Gavin Kaplan
4) Jedley Van Briseis
5) Ethan John Cunningham
6) Clyde Fortuin (Captain and Wicketkeeper)
7) Nathan Jacobs
8) Javano Baron
9) Imran Manack
10) Akhona Mnyaka
11) Yves Kamanzi
lions playing 11: :
1)Zubair Hamza
2) Reeza Hendrix
3) Rassie van der Dussen
4) Temba Bavuma
5) Michelle Van Buren
6) Delano Potgieter
7) Richard Seletswen
8) Bearse Swanepoel
9) Björn Fortuyn ©
10) Kodi Yusuf
11) Nakabayomzi Peter
ROC vs LIO Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Reeza Hendricks – The Lions’ right-handed opening batsman also bowls off-breaks and has scored 201 runs while taking 3 wickets. |
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Zubair Hamza – The Lions bank on the right-handed batsman who has scored 369 runs in the tournament, including a powerful inning of 75. |
Raises up:
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Imran Manack – Northern Cape Heat have been relying on this right-arm off-break bowler who has taken 9 wickets and also contributed with the bat. |
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Farhan Adams – Right-handed batsman from Garden Route Badgers, who has contributed 142 runs, highlighted by a top score of 58. |
Budget Selection:
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Jedley van Briseis – Garden Route Badgers have confidence in this right-handed wicketkeeper batsman, who has scored 165 runs, including a match-winning half-century. |
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Kodi Yusuf – The Lions right-arm fast-medium bowler has strengthened the bowling attack by taking 5 wickets in the tournament. |
ROC vs LIO South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Zubair Hamza and Reeza Hendrix |
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vice captain |
Farhan Adams and Imran Manack |
ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- The Keepers – Clyde Fortuin
- Batsmen – Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Zubair Hamza©, Blayde Capel, Gavin Kaplan
- All-rounders – Farhan Adams (Vice Captain), Delano Potgieter, Beyers Swanepoel
- Bowlers – Imran Manack, Nakabayomzi Peter
ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Clyde Fortuin, Jedley Van Briseis
- Batsmen – Reeza Hendricks©, Rassie van der Dussen, Zubair Hamza, Gavin Kaplan
- All-rounders- Farhan Adams, Delano Potgieter, Bearse Swanepoel, Kodi Yusuf
- Bowler- Imran Manak (Vice Captain)
ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Today Match 26 South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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e cunningham |
6.0 credit |
No |
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jay richards |
6.5 credits |
No |
ROC vs LIO Dream11 Prediction Today Match 26 South Africa One-Day Cup 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Zubair Hamza |
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gl captaincy option |
reeza hendricks |
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choice of punt |
Kodi Yusuf and Jadely Van Briseis |
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dream11 combination |
1-5-3-2 |
ROC vs LIO Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the performance of both the teams, Lions are expected to win this match.
