North West Dragons and Lions are set to meet in the 7th match of the CSA One-Day Challenge 2026 at Senwes Park, Potchefstroom. Lions had a strong start to the tournament, winning their opening match by 15 runs via the DLS method and currently hold the third position in the points table with four points. Mitchell Van Buuren was the standout performer for Lions in the last match, scoring a match-winning half-century and helping his team to chase down the target.

Similarly, North West Dragons also won their last match by 72 runs against Tuskers, successfully defending the target of 291 runs. Onke Nyaku was the standout performer for North West Dragons, taking six wickets. That victory not only delivered points but also reinforced North West’s balance across departments.

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NWD vs LIO Match Details

• Match: North West Dragons vs Lions, 7th Match 

• Date: 4th March 2026

• Time: 4.30 PM IST

• Venue: Senwes Park, Potchefstroom

• Live Streaming: YouTube 

NWD vs LIO Weather Report

Pitch Report - Senwes Park

Senwes Park, Potchefstroom well-balanced pitch that is known to provide a fair match between bat and ball. In the early stages, fast bowlers are likely to find some support, as there is movement available off the surface.

Top Batters to Watch – NWD vs LIO

• Mitchell Van Buuren (LIO): 88 runs in this tournament 

• Dian Forrester (NWD): 68 runs in this tournament 

• Meekaeel Prince (NWD): 61 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – NWD vs LIO

• Onke Nyaku (NWD): 6 Wickets in this tournament 

• Codi Yusuf (LIO): 2 Wickets in this tournament 

• Bjorn Fortuin (LIO): 2 Wickets in this tournament 

NWD vs LIO Recent Form

NWD vs LIO Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If LIO bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 300–340

• Match Result: LIO to win

Scenario 2: If NWD bats first

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 275–290

• Match Result: LIO to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

NWD vs LIO Predicted Playing XIs

North West Dragons 

Wihan Lubbe, Meeka-eel Prince, Dominic Hendricks, Rubin Hermann, Dian Forrester, Paul James, Ruan de Swardt, Migael Pretorius, Caleb Seleka, Onke Nyaku, Alfred Mothoa

Lions 

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

Why Lions is the favourite today

• Experience players

• Explosive top-order

• Excellent all-rounder 

NWD vs LIO Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Lions are the favourites to win this CSA One-Day Challenge 2026. Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen and Wiaan Mulder are expected to be the key performers.

NWD vs LIO Match FAQs

Q1. Where can I watch the NWD vs LIO live match?

You can watch the live streaming on the YouTube 

Q2. Who will win today’s NWD vs LIO match?

According to our today match prediction, the Lions are the favourites to win this encounter.

Q3. What time will the NWD vs LIO match start?

The match begins at 4:30 PM IST