LIO vs DOL Match Preview:

The Lions will face the Dolphins inside in the 15th game of the CSA Provincial One-Day Challenge Division One 2026. Their past two games have ended in a draw, and the Lions, led by Bjorn Fortuin, will be eager to maintain their power over the Dolphins in Johannesburg. The Lions offer an in-form batting lineup. Two of their top four batters have delivered big hits in their last two games. Van Buuren was the highest batter in their most recent home game, while Zubayr Hamza went unbeaten on 115 runs against North West in Potchefstroom. 

LIO vs DOL Match Details

Lions vs Dolphins – 15th Match, CSA Four-Day Series Division One 2025-26

Venue: DP World Wanderers Stadium, Sandton

Date & Time: 11th March 2026 at 04:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

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LIO vs DOL Venue Stats 

LIO vs DOL Last Five Matches

LIO vs DOL Head-to-Head Stats

LIO vs DOL Pitch Report

The surface is a balanced athletic track. Pacers should move quickly, while spinners should turn sharply. Dew will most likely help the chasing side late. 

LIO vs DOL Weather Report

The weather for the match in Potchefstroom is expected to be partly cloudy and warm throughout the day.

LIO vs DOL Match 07 Probable Playing 11

Lions (LIO) Probable 11:

Zubayr Hamza, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Mitchell Van Buuren, Wiaan Mulder, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Wandile Makwetu, Bjorn Fortuin (c), Codi Yusuf, Nqabayomzi Peter, Lutho Sipamla

Dolphins (DOL) Probable 11:

Tshepang Dithole, JJ Smuts, Slade van Staden, Marques Ackerman (c), Bryce Parsons, Romashan Pillay, Gomolemo Phiri (wk), Tristan Luus, Imran Tahir, Bayanda Majola, Zeden Mahomed

Topmost Picks for LIO vs DOL Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Lions

• Zubayr Hamza – In his last two innings, Hamza has been part of two partnerships of 50 or more runs.
• Bjorn Fortuin – Bjorn Fortuin produced figures of 2 for 39 from 10 overs, including one maiden, in his last appearances at home.

Top Picks – Dolphins

• Marques Ackerman – Marques Ackerman scored 146 runs in three innings, with an average of 73.
• Imran Tahir – The right-hand legbreak bowlers made a solid comeback in the last match, taking 5 wickets for the Dolphins.

LIO vs DOL Match 15 Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

Connor Esterhuizen, Gomolemo Phiri, Reeza Hendricks, Marques Ackerman, Rassie van der Dussen, JJ Smuts(VC), Wiaan Mulder(C), Codi Yusuf, Imran Tahir, Ottniel Baartman, Lutho Sipamla

LIO vs DOL Match 15 Dream11 Tips: 

Captain – Wiaan Mulder, Marques Ackerman

Vice-captain – JJ Smuts, Imran Tahir

Wicketkeeper – Connor Esterhuizen

Match Prediction – Who Will Win

With four games remaining in both teams' seasons, this game is critical for their point table standings. Lions have a good chance of making the knockout round because they have an identical number of points as the runners-up and third-placed teams. For the Dolphins, this is a game that must be to turn things around and enhance their chances of making the playoffs. The two teams have strong lineups, and this game looks to be a close one. The hosts will include a slight advantage heading into this match. They have home field advantage and an effective batting lineup led by experienced top players in the top four. Lions will start as the favorites in our match prediction. Considering the team combination, Lions is expected to win this match.