The first match of the Hong Kong Sixes 2024 will see South Africa (SA) squaring off against Hong Kong (HK) at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok on Friday, November 1. Ahead of this match, here's all you need to know about the SA vs HK Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks, and the pitch report.
This will be the first match of Hong Kong Sixes 2024. Hong Kong Sixes, as the name suggests, is a six-over tournament where every team will contain six players and play only six overs. There are only two categories of players for this tournament: wicket-keepers and all-rounders.
The two teams have never played a head-to-head match. This will be the first time the two sides will play against each other in this format.
SA vs HK Match Details
The first match of the Hong Kong Sixes 2024 will be played on November 1 at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok. The game is set to take place at 6:00 AM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
SA vs HK, 1st match
Date and Time: 1st November, 2024, 6:00 AM IST
Venue: Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok
Pitch Report
The pitch at Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok is expected to be a well-balanced pitch. Fans can expect some power hitting by top order all-rounders. Bowlers will also get some wickets when every player is trying to hit boundaries.
SA vs HK Form Guide
SA - Will be playing their first match
HK - Will be playing their first match
SA vs HK Probable Playing Teams
SA Playing Team
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M Litheko (wk), A Swanepoel, J Smuts, J Snyman, M Boast, E Jones
HK Playing Team
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Z Ali (wk), J Lui, E Khan, N Mohammad Khan, I Arif, B Paras Singh
SA vs HK Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Z Ali
Z Ali is the best wicketkeeper pick for today's match. He is expected to open the innings for his team. M Litheko is another good wicket-keeper option for today's match. He is a powerful hitter.
All-rounders
J Smuts
J Snyman and J Smuts are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Both the players will play a crucial role for their teams in today's match. They are the top picks for captaincy and vice-captaincy for today's match. N Mohammad Khan is another good all-rounder pick for today's match.
SA vs HK match captain and vice-captain choices
J Smuts
J Smuts is one the most crucial picks from the South Africa squad as he will play a major role both with bat and ball. He is a powerful hitter who can score a lot of runs in today's match.
J Snyman
J Snyman is another important pick from the South Africa squad. He is expected to open the innings with J Smuts. He is also expected to trouble Hong Kong players with his off-breaks.
5 Must-Picks for SA vs HK, 1st match
J Snyman
J Smuts
N Mohammad Khan
E Khan
M Boast
South Africa vs Hong Kong Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be good for both batters and bowlers, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. As the pitch is new, fans should choose all-rounders as captain or vice-captain. This is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.
South Africa vs Hong Kong Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: Z Ali
All-rounders: J Smuts, J Snyman, E Khan, N Mohammad Khan, M Boast
South Africa vs Hong Kong Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: M Litheko
All-rounders: J Smuts, J Snyman, E Khan, N Mohammad Khan, E Jones
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