DOL vs WPR Dream11 Prediction – Eliminator, CSA T20 Challenge 2025 | 26 Nov 2025

The Eliminator of CSA T20 Challenge 2025 brings a high-stakes clash between Dolphins (DOL) and Western Province (WPR) on 26 November 2025 at the famous Kingsmead Stadium, Durban. With knockout pressure on both sides, this match is do-or-die: the loser goes home. Dolphins come in with a strong bowling attack and decent batting depth, while Western Province will lean on their experienced batters and all-rounders to navigate the pressure. For fantasy players, this offers high leverage — a few smart picks could deliver big returns, especially with the unpredictable T20 dynamics at play.

Here’s the full breakdown for Dream11 planning: pitch, probable XI, key picks, and match prediction.

Match Details

Details	Information
Match	Dolphins vs Western Province – Eliminator
Tournament	CSA T20 Challenge 2025
Date	26 November 2025
Venue	Kingsmead Stadium, Durban
Match Time	4:30 PM IST (Local match time as per schedule)
Format	Twenty20 (T20)

Pitch Report

• The surface at Kingsmead has generally been batting-friendly, with good bounce and carry for pacers early on.
• In recent games, teams batting first have posted competitive totals and there have also been successful chases, indicating balanced conditions.
• Expect: true bounce, helpful pace early, and potentially favorable for batters who can play pace and bounce.

Fantasy Impact: Prioritize top-order batters, one or two pace bowlers, and a couple of all-rounders (bat + ball) to cover all bases.

Dolphins (DOL) – Team Preview

Dolphins have had a solid season: strong bowling depth and a decent batting core — giving them a reasonable shot in this Eliminator.

Probable Playing XI – Dolphins

• Tshepang Dithole (WK)
• Jason Smith
• Khaya Zondo
• Marques Ackerman
• Leus du Plooy
• Bryce Parsons (All-rounder)
• Andile Simelane / Other All-rounder
• Eathan Bosch (Pacer)
• Nqobani Mokoena (Bowler)
• Okuhle Cele / Ottniel Baartman (Pace options)
• JJ Smuts – all-rounder / bowling option as needed

Strengths:

• Depth in bowling — especially in pace and seam, which suits Kingsmead.
• All-rounders provide flexibility and balance.
• Batting: Ability to post defendable total if top order fires or chase intelligently if required.

Concerns:

• If top order collapses — pressure on middle-order.
• Death bowling could be tested if batters accelerate.

Western Province (WPR) – Team Preview

Western Province have shown resilience this tournament and hold experienced batters and good all-round value. They’ll bank on their top order and bowling mix to take them through.

Probable Playing XI – Western Province

• Daniel Smith (c & WK)
• Edward Moore
• Joshua van Heerden
• George Linde (All-rounder)
• Jiveshan Pillay / Other middle-order batters
• Josh Breed (Bowler / All-rounder)
• Mbulelo Dube (Bowler)
• Raeeq Daniels (Bowler)
• Other bowling/utility bowling-all-rounder options as per squad.

Strengths:

• Strong top-order capable of giving brisk start.
• All-rounders + bowling variety for different match phases.
• Experience in pressure matches.

Concerns:

• Pace attack might be tested on a fast, bouncy surface.
• Middle-order depends on top-order deliverance; collapse may hurt.

Head-to-Head & Recent Form

• In their last encounter earlier this season, Western Province beat Dolphins by 5 wickets.
• Recent 5-match form (approx):
  • Dolphins: W, W, L, L, W — showing decent resilience.
  • Western Province: L, W, W, W, L — somewhat inconsistent but capable of turning up.

Given the knockout nature, momentum and execution will matter more than past form.

Top Fantasy Picks

Batting Picks

• Daniel Smith (WPR) — explosive batter, can fetch big points if he gets going.
• Khaya Zondo (DOL) — likely to play top-order, good chance for runs.
• Jason Smith / Marques Ackerman (DOL) — stable middle-order bats, may deliver under pressure.

All-Rounders

• George Linde (WPR) — bat + ball value, good all-round returns.
• Bryce Parsons (DOL) — all-rounder, can produce with bat and ball.
• JJ Smuts (DOL) — if bowling and batting both get a go, high fantasy value.

Bowlers

• Eathan Bosch (DOL) — pace + bounce at Kingsmead suits him well.
• Mbulelo Dube (WPR) — wicket-taking chance, given bowling support.
• Josh Breed (WPR) — another possible pick if he gets overs, especially death.

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

Captain Suggestions:

• Daniel Smith (WPR) — high-impact top-order bat.
• George Linde (WPR) — all-rounder with bat + ball potential.
• Khaya Zondo (DOL) — if he opens, chance for big score.

Vice-Captain Suggestions:

• Bryce Parsons (DOL) — all-round option, safer pick.
• Eathan Bosch (DOL) or Mbulelo Dube (WPR) — bowling picks, good for differential.
• JJ Smuts (DOL) — lower-risk all-round pick if included in playing XI.

Dream11 Team Strategy

Small League (SL)

• Core: one top-order batter from each side + 2 all-rounders + 2 bowlers.
• Balanced crossover: mix of DOL & WPR to hedge volatility.
• Captain/VC: choose stable all-rounder or top-order batter to maximize baseline points.

Grand League (GL)

• Lean batting-heavy or all-round-heavy strategy due to bounce and pace-friendly surface.
• Include differential bowlers for wicket upside.
• Consider risk–reward picks like lower-order bats or utility all-rounders.

Match Prediction

Given conditions, team balance and player form:

• Dolphins (DOL) have a slight edge due to bowling depth and all-round balance. Their pace attack, combined with all-round batting, may outperform.
• However, Western Province (WPR) cannot be ruled out — strong top order and all-rounders make them dangerous, especially if they get early momentum.

Predicted Winner: Dolphins (DOL) — but expect a close, high-scoring thriller.

Conclusion

The DOL vs WPR Eliminator of CSA T20 Challenge 2025 promises high-intensity T20 cricket under knockout pressure. Pitch favors pace and bounce, making it ideal for aggressive batters and fast bowlers. Dolphins appear marginally stronger on paper due to their bowling depth and all-round options, but Western Province’s batting firepower ensures this match could go either way. For Dream11 cricket users: mix stable top-order batters with 2–3 all-rounders and 2 power-pacing bowlers to maximize upside.