BackAt Kingsmead, Durban, Dolphins and Western Province will meet in the seventh match of the Super Eight of the South Africa T20 2026 on 3rd November at 9:30 PM IST.
Get the best DOL vs WEP Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 7th match of the Super Eight of the South Africa T20 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Captaincy Picks:
Bryce Parsons – Dolphins' versatile all-rounder has scored 197 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 155.12, including two half-centuries and a highest score of 83. |
George Linde – Western Province's experienced all-rounder has claimed seven wickets in six innings at 20.86, including excellent best figures of 4/18 against Mpumalanga Rhinos. |
Top Picks:
Kashief Joseph – Western Province's promising batter has amassed 185 runs in six matches at a strike rate of 149.19, including a brilliant unbeaten 82 against Boland. |
Jason Smith – Dolphins' middle-order batter has accumulated 211 runs in six innings at 52.75, striking at 137.91, with a highest score of 66. |
Budget Picks:
Okuhle Cele – Dolphins' right-arm fast bowler showcased his wicket-taking ability against Lions, claiming one wicket for 39 runs in four overs at Kingsmead. |
Mihlali Mpongwana – Western Province's seam-bowling all-rounder scored an aggressive 23 off 14 deliveries against Mpumalanga Rhinos, striking four boundaries to boost the middle-order scoring. |
Captain |
George Linde & Bryce Persons |
Vice-Captain |
Jason Smith & Kashief Joseph |
Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
J Richards |
NA |
NA |
M Dube |
NA |
NA |
SL Captaincy Choice |
George Linde |
GL Captaincy Choice |
Bryce Persons |
Punt Picks |
Okuhle Cele and Mihlali Mpongwana |
Dream11 Combination |
1-3-5-2 |
Dolphins will take on Western Province in the seventh match of the Super Eight stage of the CSA T20 Challenge 2026 on November 3 at Kingsmead in Durban. Both teams enter this contest after losing their previous Super Eight matches, with Dolphins suffering a seven-wicket defeat against Boland and Western Province going down by four wickets against Warriors. Consequently, both sides will be determined to bounce back and improve their positions in the standings. With plenty at stake, this encounter offers an important opportunity for either team to regain momentum. The match will begin at 9:30 PM IST.
Dolphins will look to recover after failing to defend their total of 174/4 against Boland. Hanu Viljoen produced an outstanding innings of 114 off just 59 deliveries, smashing 11 fours and seven sixes, while Ntando Zuma remained unbeaten on 42 from 41 balls. However, Boland responded strongly through Blayde Capell, who hammered 90 off 53 deliveries, and Gavin Kaplan, who added 55 from 44 balls to complete the chase in 19.3 overs. Western Province, meanwhile, struggled with the bat against Warriors and managed only 130/8 in their 20 overs. Daniel Smith top-scored with 67 off 49 deliveries, while George Linde contributed 17 from 11 balls. Although Oliver Whitehead delivered a brilliant bowling performance with five wickets, JP King's unbeaten 32 and Matthew de Villiers' 28 guided Warriors to victory in 16.3 overs.
Both teams will need a stronger all-round performance to secure a positive result. Dolphins will rely on Hanu Viljoen, Jason Smith, Bryce Parsons and Keshav Maharaj to deliver valuable contributions with the bat. In addition, Prenelan Subrayen, Ottneil Baartman and Okuhle Cele will have important roles in controlling Western Province's batting attack.
On the other side, Western Province will look towards Daniel Smith, Joshua van Heerden, George Linde and Jiveshan Pillay for consistency and scoring momentum. Oliver Whitehead could also prove dangerous after his recent five-wicket haul, particularly if the Kingsmead pitch offers assistance to the bowlers. Dolphins have the benefit of playing at home, but Western Province possess the bowling quality to challenge them. Overall, this promises to be a closely fought contest, with both teams having a genuine opportunity to return to winning ways.
Teams |
Matches Won |
Dolphins |
0 |
Western Province |
0 |
Temperature |
25°C |
Weather Forecast |
Humid |
Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To |
Pace |
Average 1st innings score |
175 |
Records |
Good |
Winning % |
55% |
Dolphins Playing 11:
1) Romashan Pillay
2) Bryce Parsons
3) Ntando Zuma
4) Jason Smith
5) Hanu Viljoen (wk)
6) Gomolemo Phiri
7) Andile Simelane
8) Keshav Maharaj ©
9) Prenelan Subrayen
10) Ottneil Baartman
11) Okuhle Cele
Western Province Playing 11:
1) Jiveshan Pillay
2) Kashief Joseph
3) Joshua van Heerden
4) Daniel Smith (wk)
5) Valentine Kitime
6) Oliver Whitehead
7) George Linde ©
8) Mihlali Mpongwana
9) Raeeq Daniels
10) Josh Breed
11) Tshepo Moreki
Looking at the squad strength, Dolphins is expected to win this match.