The 1st Plate Semi Final 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 Sunday, November 3. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the SA vs HK Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, and the pitch report.
Hong Kong have won one of their last three matches. However, they faced a loss in their last match against Australia by 13 runs. South Africa, on the other hand, have secured victories in two of their last three matches. They faced a loss by 17 runs in their last fixture against Pakistan.
These two teams have never played one head-to-head match. That match was won by South Africa by 3 wickets.
SA vs HK Match Details
The 1st Plate Semi Final of the Hong Kong Sixes 2024 will be played on November 3 at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok. The game is set to take place at 6:55 AM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
SA vs HK, 1st Plate Semi Final
Date and Time: 3rd November 2024, 6:55 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. The last match played here was between UAE and Bangladesh, where a total of 154 runs were scored at a loss of 4 wickets in just 9.2 overs.
SA vs HK Form Guide
SA - L W W
HK - L L W
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), S Malvernkar, E Khan, N Mohammad Khan, I Arif, B Paras Singh
SA vs HK Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Z Ali
Z Ali is no doubt the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He has already smashed 89 runs in the last three matches. M Litheko is another good wicket-keeper option for today's match. He is a powerful hitter who smashed 30 runs in just 6 balls in the match against New Zealand.
All-rounders
N Mohammad Khan
N Mohammad Khan 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. N Mohammad Khan has already smashed 158 runs and taken 2 wickets in the last three matches. E Jones is another good all-rounder for today's match.
SA vs HK match captain and vice-captain choices
N Mohammad Khan
N Mohammad Khan is one of the most crucial picks from the Hong Kong squad as he will play a crucial role both with bat and ball. He is a powerful hitter who has already smashed 158 runs in the last three matches. He has also taken 2 wickets.
J Smuts
J Smuts is one of the top picks from the South Africa squad. He is expected to bat in the top order and bowl one over. He has already smashed 40 runs and taken 2 wickets in the last three matches.
5 Must-Picks for SA vs HK, 1st Plate Semi Final
J Smuts
N Mohammad Khan
E Jones
M Boast
Z Ali
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, E Jones, N Mohammad Khan, M Boast, S Malvernkar
South Africa vs Hong Kong Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: Z Ali
All-rounders: J Smuts, E Jones, N Mohammad Khan, M Boast, J Snyman
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