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Cricket Fantasy Predictions Today | World Cup 2023, Warm Up | SA vs NZ - Cricket Exchange Fantasy Teams

image-ln7tqck2SA vs NZ, World Cup 2023: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams for warm-up match (Source: AP Photos)

\New Zealand (NZ) and South Africa (SA) will be locking horns in what will be their final warm-up fixture ahead of the original action in the 2023 World Cup that begins on October 5th. The renowned Semi-finalists of 2015 World Cup will be squaring off in the Greenfield Cricket Stadium, Trivandrum on October 2, slated to begin at 2:00 PM IST.

The Kiwis had a good time in their first warm-up game steamrolling Pakistan in a run-feast. The good signs for them were the comeback of captain, Kane Williamson who was retired out for 50. Runs also came off the bat of Mark Chapman (65*), Daryl Mitchell (59) and Rachin Ravindra (97). They would be hoping to test their players who require more game time to find the touch. 

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On the other hand, South Africa failed to get a proper practice match as their first warm-up fixture against the Afghan Atalans was washed out due to rain. With a range of potential and a few inexperienced players in the squad, the management would be looking to test them in Indian conditions.

So, let us have a quick look at the top players, top captain and vice-captain picks, and best predicted teams for various fantasy contests for this particular encounter.


SA vs NZ: Pitch Report

The surface at the Greenfield International Stadium has seen some relatively high scores in the first innings in recent times. However, with rain being around for a week or so, the conditions may behave a little different. The pacers could get some assistance with the new ball while the spinners may come into the act if the pitch gets tacky.

SA vs NZ, CWC Warm-up ODI Match 7: Venue Stats (in ODIs)

Matches: 2
Matches Won Batting First: 1
Matches Won Batting Second: 1

Average First Innings Total: 247
Average Second Innings Total: 89


SA vs NZ, CWC Warm-up ODI Match 7: Top Picks

Heinrich Klaasen (SA)

  • Klaasen is superlative against the spinners. 
  • The wicketkeeper batter was in tremendous form in recent times.
  • The batter scored three centuries in last six months.

Aiden Markram (SA)

  • The all-rounder is a very good player of pace as well as spin.
  • Markram recently scored a ton against Australia and is in good touch.
  • He can be effective with some handy off-spin if the team needs.

Daryl Mitchell (NZ)

  • Mitchell is a brilliant batter in subcontinent conditions. 
  • He scored a fifty in the last game.
  • He has the ability to tackle spinners in the middle over phases.

Rachin Ravindra (NZ)

  • Ravindra scored 97 runs in the last game opening the batting. 
  • The southpaw is a watchful starter and switches gear with time.
  • The all-rounder can be a great asset with his left-arm orthodox spin.


SA vs NZ, CWC Warm-up ODI Match 7: Top Captain and Vice-captain choices

Scenario
Captain
Vice-captain
If NZ bats firstRachin Ravindra
Aiden Markram
If SA bats firstHeinrich KlaasenDaryl Mitchell


SA vs NZ, CWC Warm-up ODI Match 7: Cricket Fantasy Expert Advice

With rain being around for the last few days it is very important have a look at the strip. It is better to have middle and lower middle order batters from the group batting first while have more bowlers from the team batting second. A combination of 2-3-3-3 could sooth well.


SA vs NZ, CWC Warm-up ODI Match 7: Cricket Fantasy Teams for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeeper: Heinrich Klaasen, Tom Latham/Devon Conway
Batters: Daryl Mitchell/Will Young, Rassie van der Dussen/ Reeza Hendricks, Mark Chapman
All-rounders: Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner/Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram
Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Tabraiz Shamsi, Trent Boult

Captain: Aiden Markram
Vice-captain: Rachin Ravindra


SA vs NZ, CWC Warm-up ODI Match 7: Cricket Fantasy Teams for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeeper:  Heinrich Klaasen, Quinton de Kock/ Devon Conway
Batters: Glenn Phillips, Reeza Hendricks/David Miller, Will Young
All-rounders: Rachin Ravindra/ Jimmy Neesham, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram
Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson/ Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry, Gerald Coetzee

Captain: Heinrich Klaasen
Vice-captain: Marco Jansen