CSA T20 Challenge 2026 | 02-Oct-2026 09:30 PM | The Wanderers Stadium
LIONS 205/5 (20)
NWEST 207/4 (19.2)
North West - Eastvaal Renault Dragons won by 6 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meeka eel Prince* | 14 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 140 |
| Dian Forrester | 51 | 28 | 5 | 3 | 182.14 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JJ Basson* | 4 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 6.75 |
| Nqabayomzi Peter | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
North West - Eastvaal Renault Dragons Confirmed Playing11:
1- Ludwich Schuld, 2- Wihan Lubbe, 3- Rubin Hermann(c), 4- Diego Rosier, 5- Lesiba Ngoepe, 6- Meeka eel Prince(w), 7- Dian Forrester, 8- Onke Nyaku, 9- Daryn Dupavillon, 10- Caleb Seleka, 11- Shimane Alfred MothoaLions Confirmed Playing11:
1- Zubayr Hamza, 2- Reeza Hendricks, 3- Rassie van der Dussen, 4- Connor Esterhuizen, 5- Mitchell Van Buuren(c), 6- Delano Potgieter, 7- Wandile Makwetu(w), 8- Nqabayomzi Peter, 9- Codi Yusuf, 10- Lutho Sipamla, 11- JJ BassonLions vs North West - Eastvaal Renault Dragons
Lions — Innings 1 (205/5 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zubayr Hamza c Meeka eel Prince b Nyaku | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.67 | |
| Reeza Hendricks b Dupavillon | 16 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 177.78 | |
| Rassie van der Dussen c Dian Forrester b Shimane Mothoa | 46 | 33 | 1 | 3 | 139.39 | |
| Connor Esterhuizen c Nyaku b Dian Forrester | 25 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 119.05 | |
| Mitchell Van Buuren (c) c Dian Forrester b Shimane Mothoa | 66 | 36 | 2 | 5 | 183.33 | |
| Delano Potgieter not out | 39 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 260 | |
| Wandile Makwetu (wk) not out | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 150 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | NoBalls: 2 | Wides: 6 | Total: 9 | |||||
| Total | 205 | 5 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Nqabayomzi Peter, Codi Yusuf, Lutho Sipamla, JJ Basson | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daryn Dupavillon | 4 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 11.2 |
| Onke Nyaku | 4 | 0 | 39 | 1 | 9.8 |
| Shimane Alfred Mothoa | 4 | 0 | 40 | 2 | 10 |
| Dian Forrester | 4 | 0 | 34 | 1 | 8.5 |
| Caleb Seleka | 4 | 0 | 46 | 0 | 11.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Zubayr Hamza & Reeza Hendricks | 0 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reeza Hendricks | 2.1 | 17 |
| 2 | Zubayr Hamza | 3.2 | 19 |
| 3 | Connor Esterhuizen | 8.4 | 73 |
| 4 | Rassie van der Dussen | 14.3 | 136 |
| 5 | Mitchell Van Buuren | 18.3 | 173 |
Match Info
| Match | Lions vs North West |
|---|---|
| Series | CSA T20 Challenge 2026 |
| Time | 02-Oct-2026 09:30 PM |
| Venue | The Wanderers Stadium Johannesburg |
| Seating Capacity | 34000 |
| Live Telecast |
Match Preview: Lions vs North West (LIO vs NW)
Lions will face North West in a thrilling match on 02-Oct-2026 in CSA T20 Challenge 2026. The match will be played at The Wanderers Stadium at 09:30 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on .
The Wanderers Stadium Pitch Report for LIO vs NW Match 16 Match
The Wanderers Stadium pitch has been generally regarded as favourable for batting. However, continuous rain in South Africa may introduce moisture, offering assistance to the bowlers.
The Wanderers Stadium Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Johannesburg, ZA will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 24°C on the match day with 17% humidity and 8.7 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 33% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Lions is known for its strong batting and bowling, while North West remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in CSA T20 Challenge 2026.
The pitch at The Wanderers Stadium is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Lions will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while North West will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Lions batting and North West bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Lions showcase its strengths, or will North West pull off a major upset? Join us live on on 02-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
