WAR vs BOL Match Analysis
The 23rd clash of the CSA T20 Challenge will take place at the St George’s Park in Gqeberha under day-night conditions. The match is set to begin in the evening, offering a mix of daylight and floodlight play. Both teams will look to solidify their positions in the points table with a strong performance.
Warriors have shown aggressive intent in the tournament so far, backed by a mix of experienced campaigners and young talents. Their batting unit can fire in bursts, particularly in the middle overs, giving them the ability to post or chase challenging totals.
Boland has displayed resilience, often coming through tight matches with composure. They have a balanced squad that combines dynamic batting with disciplined bowling. Their fielding standards and ability to execute under pressure have been crucial in close encounters.
Warriors vs Boland Team Preview & Squads
Warriors
Matthew De Villiers leads the side with a calm yet tactical approach, making smart decisions on-field. His captaincy has seen him rotate bowlers efficiently and back his hitters when needed. De Villiers’ own batting form provides the team with stability in crunch moments.
The WAR have a deep batting line-up, anchored by Matthew Breetzke behind the stumps. JP King and Patrick Kruger provide firepower in the middle order, while Christopher King and Modiri Litheko can accelerate when required.
WAR boast a versatile bowling unit led by Kerwin Mungroo and Thomas Kaber. They can bowl both pace and spin options, suitable for the Gqeberha track. Aphiwe Mnyanda and Wesley Bedja offer additional wicket-taking ability in the middle overs, ensuring pressure on opposing batters.
In their previous match against KZN-Inland, Warriors posted a strong 181/7 in 20 overs, with contributions across the batting order. The bowlers then restricted the opposition to 127 in 18 overs, winning by a comfortable 54 runs. Key performers included Matthew Breetzke and Thomas Kaber, who made vital breakthroughs.
Warriors Squad
Warriors
Muhammad Manack, Modiri Litheko, Matthew De Villiers (c), Matthew Breetzke (wk), JP King, Patrick Kruger, Christopher King, Thomas Kaber, Aphiwe Mnyanda, Wesley Bedja, Kerwin Mungroo
Boland
Clyde Fortuin leads Boland with an aggressive yet calculated mindset, often promoting attacking shots and backing his bowlers to deliver. As wicketkeeper-captain, he plays a crucial dual role both behind the stumps and as a middle-order batter.
BOL batting line-up has been tested in recent close encounters, with Grant Roelofsen and Gavin Kaplan providing stability at the top. Lehan Botha and Jhedli van Briesies can turn games with aggressive innings in the middle.
Boland’s bowling attack is spearheaded by Ferisco Adams and Glenton Stuurman, combining pace and accuracy. Keith Dudgeon and Imran Manack add variety with seam and swing options. Their ability to take early wickets and maintain pressure in the death overs is a key strength.
BOL played a thrilling encounter against Dolphins, scoring 134/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Dolphins also scored 134, resulting in a tie, but Boland clinched victory via the Super Over. The win highlighted Boland’s composure under pressure and their fielding discipline.
Boland Squad
Boland
Gavin Kaplan, Grant Roelofsen, Clyde Fortuin (c) (wk), Lehan Botha, Aviwe Mgijima, Jhedli van Briesies, Ferisco Adams, Keith Dudgeon, Imran Manack, Glenton Stuurman, Siyabonga Mahima
Match Details | ||
Match | Warriors vs Boland | 23rd Match | CSA T20 Challenge 2025 | |
Date | 19/11/2025 (Wednesday) | |
Time | 10:00 PM (BDT) / 09:00 PM (PKT) / 09:30 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | St George’s Park, Gqeberha | |
Recent performance | Warriors – W W L W W | Boland – W W W W W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub(SLH) | |
WAR vs BOL Outfield Report
St George’s Park, Gqeberha
St George’s Park typically offers a balanced wicket, assisting both batters and bowlers. The pitch tends to slow slightly in the second half of the innings, making spin and variation crucial. Batsmen need to time their shots carefully, especially through the middle overs.
The forecast predicts clear skies with temperatures around 27°C during the evening, ideal for cricket. Light winds may affect swing early in the innings. Floodlights will come into play later, which could slightly assist seamers with the ball gripping under lights.
Historically, scores of around 170-180 are considered competitive when batting first. The lowest totals often struggle to reach 120-130, indicating that bowling first may offer slight advantage. Chasing teams have occasionally capitalized on short boundaries and good batting depth to chase above-par scores.
Warriors vs Boland Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five T20 encounters, both sides have been evenly matched, with Warriors winning three and Boland taking two. Close margins and Super Overs have been a recurring theme in this fixture.
WAR vs BOL Prediction
Event | Warriors | Boland |
Toss Winner | – | Boland |
Player of the Match | – | Grant Roelofsen |
Top Run Scorer | Muhammad Manack | Grant Roelofsen |
Top Wicket Taker | Thomas Kaber | Glenton Stuurman |
Most Sixes | Muhammad Manack | Grant Roelofsen |
Predicted Score | 190+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 49% | 51% |
According to cricket analysts Boland have a 51% chance of Winning.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.
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