ROC vs LIO Today Match Prediction – CSA One-Day Challenge 2026, 26th Match Who Will Win?

In this ROC vs LIO today match prediction, we analyse match conditions, recent form, key players, pitch report, and possible match scenarios for the 26th match of the CSA One-Day Challenge 2026

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ROC vs LIO Today Match Prediction
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The 26th match of the CSA One-Day Challenge 2026 will be played between the Rocks and Lions at Boland Park, Paarl. Lions have had an impressive tournament so far, winning four matches and currently lead the points table with 20 points. They won their previous match by 47 runs against Tuskers, successfully defending a target of 266 runs.

Meanwhile, Boland also won their last match by nine wickets against the Dolphins, successfully chasing a target of 110 runs in just 24.2 overs. They are currently in fifth position in the points table with 12 points.

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ROC vs LIO Match Details 

  • Match: Rocks vs Lions, 26th Match 

  • Date: 21st March 2026

  • Time: 4.30 PM IST

  • Venue: Boland Park, Paarl 

  • Live Streaming: YouTube

ROC vs LIO Weather Report

Temperature

13°C

Rain Possibility

00%

Average 1st innings Score

280

Best Suited For

Pacers (60%)

Pitch Report - Boland Park

Boland Park has been a good ground for the fast bowlers. There is bounce and pace on the track, allowing the fast bowlers to use the new ball well and trouble the batsmen. Batsmen who build their innings have done well at this venue.

  • Win Batting First: 33%

  • Win Bowling First: 67%

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 280

  • Average 2nd Innings: 220

ROC vs LIO Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

ROC

W, L, L, W, W

LIO

W, W, W, W, L

ROC vs LIO Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 Matches)

  • ROC Wins - 0

  • LIO Wins - 3

Top Batters to Watch – ROC vs LIO

  • Zubayr Hamza (LIO): 369 runs in this tournament

  • Reeza Hendricks (LIO): 201 runs in this tournament 

  • Blayde Capell (ROC): 172 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – ROC vs LIO

  • Nqaba Peter (LIO): 10 Wickets in this tournament 

  • Imran Manack (ROC): 9 Wickets in this tournament 

  • Akhona Mnyaka (ROC): 8 Wickets in this tournament 

ROC vs LIO Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If ROC bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 35–45

  • Predicted Total: 250–270

  • Match Result: LIO to win

Scenario 2: If LIO bats first

  • Powerplay Score: 45–55

  • Predicted Total: 285–300

  • Match Result: LIO to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

LIO

Zubayr Hamza, Reeza Hendricks

ROC

Blayde Capell, Nathan Jacobs

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

LIO

Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen

ROC

Clyde Fortuin, Grant Roelofsen

ROC vs LIO Predicted Playing XIs

Rocks

Clyde Fortuin (captain &wk), Blayde Capell, Nathan Jacobs, Grant Roelofsen, Gavin Kaplan, Jhedli van Briesies, Jevano Baron, Imran Manack, Yves Kamanzi, Akhona Mnyaka and Keith Dudgeon.

Lions

Bjorn Fortuin (c), Zubayr Hamza, Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Reeza Hendricks, Mitchell van Buuren (wk), Delano Potgieter, Richard Seletswane, Beyers Swanepoel, Codi Yusuf and Nqabayomzi Peter.

Why Lions is the favourite today

  • Table-toppers with four wins 

  • Solid batting unit 

  • Experience team 

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

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

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I am Bhupender Sharma, a cricket analyst, match prediction writer, and fantasy cricket expert with 7+ years of experience. I cover domestic and international cricket, global T20 leagues, and the Indian Premier League (IPL), and have previously worked with CricTracker, KhelTalk, and Sportsdunia.
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