SA U19 vs SL U19 Dream11 Prediction – 8th Match Super Six Group I | ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026
The 8th Match of the Super Six Group I of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 features South Africa U19 (SA U19) taking on Sri Lanka U19 (SL U19) at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo on 29 January 2026 (Thursday). This fixture is crucial for both teams’ semi-final aspirations in the Super Six stage. Sri Lanka U19 are aiming to keep their momentum going, while South Africa U19 need a strong performance to stay in the hunt.
Match Details
| Match | South Africa U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 – Super Six Match 8 |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 |
| Stage | Super Six Group I |
| Match No | 8 |
| Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Day | Thursday |
| Time | 01:00 PM IST (07:30 AM GMT) |
| Venue | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe |
| Format | One Day (50 Overs) |
Pitch & Weather Report – Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
The wicket at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo tends to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball in 50-over cricket. Historically, this surface has seen teams post totals in the 230–270 range in U19 ODIs, with pacers getting early assistance, and spinners coming into play during middle overs. Batters who rotate strike well and time the ball efficiently often build big scores here.
Expected Pitch Behaviour
- Seamers can exploit early movement
- Spinners useful in middle overs
- A competitive total around 240–260 likely
SA U19 vs SL U19 Probable Playing XI
(Final XI confirmed after toss) – Latest squad info from official listings and live score sources:
🇿🇦 South Africa U19 (SA U19) – Probable XI
- Armaan Manack – Opening batter
- Jorich Van Schalkwyk – Top order
- Muhammed Bulbulia (WK) – Captain & keeper-batter
- Jason Rowles – Key middle order batter
- Daniel Bosman – All-rounder
- Paul James – Middle order
- Lethabo Phahlamohlaka – Wicketkeeper option
- JJ Basson – Fast bowler
- Ntando Soni – Medium pace
- Enathi Khitshini – Bowler
- Buyanda Majola – Bowler
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka U19 (SL U19) – Probable XI
- Vimath Dinsara (C) – Captain & top order
- Viran Chamuditha – Leading run scorer
- Dimantha Mahavithana – Opener
- Senuja Wekunagoda – Batter
- Kavija Gamage – All-rounder
- Chamika Heenatigala – Middle order
- Dulnith Sigera – All-rounder
- Chamarindu Nethsara (WK) – Keeper & batter
- Sethmika Seneviratne – All-rounder
- Rasith Nimsara – Lead bowler
- Kugathas Mathulan – Support bowler
SA U19 vs SL U19 Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Both teams have dependable batters and wicket-takers who can influence fantasy outcomes. Sri Lanka U19 have been in better form in this Super Six stage, while South Africa U19 need a strong show to stay competitive.
🧠 Best Fantasy Strategy
- Prioritize top-order batters for consistent points
- Include all-rounders for combined run + wicket contributions
- Bowlers with strike potential in powerplay and death overs can fetch big points
- Always confirm final playing XI after toss before locking Dream11 team
🔥 Top Dream11 Picks – Match 8
⭐ Best Batters
- Jason Rowles (SA U19) – Top run scorer and key fantasy pick
- Viran Chamuditha (SL U19) – Strong performer
- Dimantha Mahavithana (SL U19) – Reliable top order
🌀 Best All-Rounders
- Daniel Bosman (SA U19) – Dual scoring potential
- Kavija Gamage (SL U19) – All-round value
- Sethmika Seneviratne (SL U19) – Lower order firepower
🎯 Best Bowlers
- JJ Basson (SA U19) – Leading wicket taker
- Rasith Nimsara (SL U19) – Strike bowler
- Ntando Soni (SA U19) – Useful medium pace
👑 Captain & Vice-Captain Suggestions
🏆 Best Captain Picks
- Jason Rowles (SA U19) – High fantasy ceiling
- Viran Chamuditha (SL U19) – Reliable top order
- Daniel Bosman (SA U19) – All-round boost
🥈 Best Vice-Captain Picks
- Kavija Gamage (SL U19)
- Sethmika Seneviratne (SL U19)
- JJ Basson (SA U19)
🟢 Dream11 Team Prediction (Safe)
WK: Muhammed Bulbulia
BAT: Jason Rowles (C), Viran Chamuditha (VC), Dimantha Mahavithana
ALL-R: Daniel Bosman, Kavija Gamage, Sethmika Seneviratne
BOWL: JJ Basson, Rasith Nimsara, Ntando Soni
🟠 Dream11 Team Prediction (Grand League)
WK: Lethabo Phahlamohlaka
BAT: Armaan Manack, Senuja Wekunagoda, Paul James
ALL-R: Daniel Bosman (C), Kavija Gamage (VC), Dulnith Sigera
BOWL: Rasith Nimsara, JJ Basson, Kugathas Mathulan
SA U19 vs SL U19 Match Prediction
Sri Lanka U19 are coming into this match with stronger Super Six form and have shown consistency with both batters and bowlers. South Africa U19 have struggled to string wins together but can be competitive at home conditions.
Prediction: Sri Lanka U19 likely to win (slight edge) – but expect a close contest
