JSK vs DSG Dream11 Prediction – Match 9, SA20 2025-26
Joburg Super Kings (JSK) will battle Durban’s Super Giants (DSG) in Match 9 of the SA20 2025-26 season at Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg on 01 January 2026. Both teams have displayed competitive performances so far in the SA20, making this clash a key mid-tournament fixture with significant fantasy cricket implications.
The SA20 2025-26 match between Joburg Super Kings and Durban’s Super Giants brings together two strong T20 units with match-winners on both sides. JSK have found rhythm with recent wins, while DSG’s powerful batting lineup is capable of big totals on their day. Fantasy cricket players should focus on top-order batsmen and strike bowlers who can take key wickets.
Match Details
- Match: Joburg Super Kings vs Durban’s Super Giants
- Match No: 9
- Tournament: SA20 2025-26
- Date & Time: 01 January 2026, 9:00 PM IST
- Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Match Type: T20 League
Match Preview
The SA20 2025-26 is South Africa’s elite franchise T20 competition featuring six powerful teams across the country. Joburg Super Kings have had a strong run with key contributors performing consistently, including game-shaping innings and impactful bowling spells.
Durban’s Super Giants have one of the most explosive batting lineups in the league, featuring top international talent capable of posting big totals and chasing down scores with authority. Their bowling unit also offers match-winning options, especially with experienced pacers and spinners.
Expect an exciting contest where both teams will target top-order runs and early wickets to dictate momentum.
Pitch Report
Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg generally offers a batting-friendly surface with bounce and carry that rewards stroke players. Fast bowlers can extract pace with the new ball, but once batters are set, high scores are achievable.
- Good for stroke play
- Early pace assistance for quick bowlers
- Spinners useful in middle overs
- Competitive T20 totals: 180–200
Chasing teams often benefit under lights if dew arrives later in the evening.
Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear and pleasant
- Temperature: ~22–24°C
- Rain: Not expected
- Wind: Light
Favourable conditions are expected for a full T20 match.
Probable Playing 11
Joburg Super Kings (JSK)
- Faf du Plessis (C) – Top-order anchor
- Jonny Bairstow – Aggressive opener
- Donovan Ferreira – Middle order hitter
- Matthew de Villiers – Finisher
- Lutho Sipamla – All-round option
- Richard Gleeson – Strike bowler
- Nandre Burger – Support bowler
- Dian Forrester – Utility player
- Warren van der Merwe – Seamer
- Other bowling option – Strategy pick
- Other bowling option – Depth choice
Durban’s Super Giants (DSG)
- Devon Conway – Top run scorer
- Jos Buttler (WK) – Explosive batter
- Aiden Markram (C) – Captain and match-winner
- Kane Williamson – Anchor batter
- Evan Jones – Middle-order hitter
- David Wiese – All-round contributor
- Gerald Coetzee – Strike bowl
- Eathan Bosch – Pacer with impact
- Kwena Maphaka – Support bowler
- Noor Ahmad – Spin threat
- Backup bowler – Team balance
Top Fantasy Picks
Joburg Super Kings
- Faf du Plessis: Consistent batting anchor and captaincy threat
- Jonny Bairstow: Boundary hitter with high scoring potential
- Richard Gleeson: Wicket-taking bowler
Durban’s Super Giants
- Jos Buttler: Explosive power-hitter and fantasy favorite
- Aiden Markram: Key middle order batter
- Gerald Coetzee: Strike fast bowler
Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Options
- Captain (C): Jos Buttler — high fantasy ceiling with batting firepower
- Vice-Captain (VC): Faf du Plessis — consistent run‐scorer
Suggested Dream11 Team
Wicket-Keepers:
- Jos Buttler (DSG)
- Jonny Bairstow (JSK)
Batters:
- Faf du Plessis (C)
- Devon Conway (DSG)
- Aiden Markram (DSG)
All-Rounders:
- Donovan Ferreira (JSK)
- David Wiese (DSG) (VC)
Bowlers:
- Gerald Coetzee (DSG)
- Richard Gleeson (JSK)
- Eathan Bosch (DSG)
- Nandre Burger (JSK)
A balanced side mixing top order, all-rounders and strike bowlers for maximum fantasy points.
Winning Prediction
This SA20 clash is expected to be a tight contest, but Durban’s Super Giants hold a slight advantage due to their powerful top order and depth in both bowling and batting. However, Joburg Super Kings’ experience and recent winning form can easily turn the game in their favour if their key batters fire early on. Overall, DSG are marginal favourites.
Winning Chances:
- Durban’s Super Giants: 52%
- Joburg Super Kings: 48%
