LIO vs WAR Today Match Prediction – CSA One-Day Challenge 2026, 9th Match | Who Will Win?
In this LIO vs WAR today match prediction, we analyse match conditions, recent form, key players, pitch report, and possible match scenarios for the 9th match of the CSA One-Day Challenge 2026
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Lions and Warriors are scheduled to meet in the 9th match of the CSA One-Day Challenge 2026 at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg. The Warriors have been impressive in this tournament, winning both their matches to secure the top spot in the points table. They defeated the Dolphins by 6 wickets in the first match and Western Province by 5 wickets in the second. Matthew Breetzke is the leading run-scorer for the Warriors, having scored 136 runs in two matches.
On the other hand, the Lions have won one of their two matches, with another match abandoned due to rain. They currently hold third place in the points table. The Lions beat Western Province by 15 runs in their opening match. Zubayr Hamza has been their standout performer so far, scoring 161 runs in two matches.
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LIO vs WAR Match Details
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Match: Lions vs Warriors, 9th Match
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Date: 6th March 2026
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Time: 4.30 PM IST
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Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
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Live Streaming: YouTube
LIO vs WAR Weather Report
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Temperature |
12°C |
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Rain Possibility |
90% |
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Average 1st innings Score |
237 |
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Best Suited For |
Pacers (60%) |
Pitch Report - The Wanderers Stadium
It is a high-scoring pitch with a 400-run figure that has been crossed thrice. The average first-innings score at this venue is 250 runs.
Top Batters to Watch – LIO vs WAR
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Zubayr Hamza (LIO): 162 runs in this tournament
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Matthew Breetzke (WAR): 136 runs in this tournament
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Patrick Kruger (WAR): 125 runs in this tournament
Top Bowlers to Watch – LIO vs WAR
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Aphiwe Mnyanda (WAR): 4 Wickets in this tournament
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Kerwin Mungroo (WAR): 4 Wickets in this tournament
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Thomas Kaber (WAR): 3 Wickets in this tournament
LIO vs WAR Recent Form
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Team |
Last 5 Matches |
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LIO |
W, L, L, L, L |
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WAR |
W, W, W, W, L |
LIO vs WAR Today Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1: If WAR bat First
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Powerplay Score: 45–55
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Predicted Total: 290–300
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Match Result: WAR to win
Scenario 2: If LIO bats first
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Powerplay Score: 40–50
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Predicted Total: 255–270
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Match Result: WAR to win
Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?
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Team |
Players |
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LIO |
Rassie van der Dussen, Wiaan Mulder |
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WAR |
Matthew Breetzke, Patrick Kruger |
Who Will Hit the Most Fours?
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Team |
Players |
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LIO |
Zubayr Hamza, Reeza Hendricks |
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WAR |
Jordan Hermann, Matthew de Villiers |
LIO vs WAR Predicted Playing XIs
Lions
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
Warriors
Jordan Hermann, Modiri Litheko, Matthew de Villiers (c), Matthew Breetzke, Patrick Kruger, Jean du Plessis (wk), Senuran Muthusamy, Thomas Kaber, Aphiwe Mnyanda, Wesley Bedja, Kerwin Mungroo
Why Warriors is the favourite today
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Excellent head-to-head record
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Recent form is good
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Good pace attack
LIO vs WAR Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, the Warriors are the favourites to win this CSA One-Day Challenge 2026. Matthew Breetzke, Patrick Kruger and Senuran Muthusamy are expected to be the key performers.
LIO vs WAR Match FAQs
Q1. Where can I watch the LIO vs WAR live match?
You can watch the live streaming on the YouTube
Q2. Who will win today’s LIO vs WAR match?
According to our today match prediction, the Warriors are the favourites to win this encounter.
Q3. What time will the LIO vs WAR match start?
The match begins at 4:30 PM IST
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