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JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - SA20 League 2025-26, Match 28

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JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction

The Joburg Super Kings take on the Pretoria Capitals on Saturday at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg in a crucial contest for the Kings. Both sides are positioned in the middle of the SA20 points table. The Pretoria Capitals are positioned third in the standings and have already qualified, while the Joburg Kings still have two league matches, and they need one win in these remaining fixtures.

With three playoff berths already confirmed in the SA20 2025–26 season, the focus now shifts to the battle for the remaining spot. This will be an exciting match for the fans as the league stage is approaching its end.

JSK vs PC Match Preview

For Pretoria Capitals, this is their final league fixture, and they would like to enter the playoffs on the back of a win, especially as they head into the match after a disappointing loss to Paarl Royals and will be eager to regain some momentum ahead of the knockout stage.

Joburg Super Kings, meanwhile, have two matches remaining and require just one win to progress. They are the top contender for the remaining spot in the playoffs with three wins and three losses in their eight matches. While they have room for error, the Super Kings will be keen to secure qualification in this match itself.

Joburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals Match Details

SeriesSA20 League 2025-26
MatchJoburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals, Match 28
TossTo be updated
VenueWanderers Stadium
CityJohannesburg
Match Start Time9:00 PM IST, 17th January, 2026
ScorecardJoburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals Scorecard
Live StreamingJioHotstar
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JSK vs PC Dream11 Team Today Stats

  • Joburg Super Kings opener James Vince was the leading run-scorer for his side in the previous match, contributing 30 runs from 23 balls. Given his current form at the top of the order, he should be in your fantasy team for JSK vs PC Dream11 team prediction.
  • Skipper Donovan Ferreira made an impact with the ball for Joburg Super Kings, with figures of two wickets while conceding runs at just 6.20 per over. His all-round influence makes him a potential pick in the JSK vs PC Dream11 today team prediction.
  • From the Pretoria Capitals camp, Sherfane Rutherford impressed with a knock of 29 off 20 deliveries, striking one boundary and three sixes. His aggressive approach increases his value as a fantasy pick for the JSK vs PC Dream11 today prediction.
  • Lizaad Williams was the standout bowler for the Capitals in their previous outing, picking up two wickets despite an economy of 9.30. His ability to strike at key moments makes him an important player for the JSK vs PC Dream11 prediction today match.
PlayerPlayer's Stats (Last Match)
James Vince (JSK)30 Runs
Donovan Ferreira (JSK)2 Wickets
Sherfane Rutherford (PC)29 Runs
Lizaad Williams (PC)2 Wickets

JSK vs PC Injury Update Today

Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals approach this game with full-strength squads, as neither side has reported any injury issues. We will provide an update in case of any injury concerns for this clash.

JSK vs PC Toss Prediction

At the toss, Joburg Super Kings captain Donovan Ferreira is expected to win the toss, with batting first a likely option. As per the previous records, setting a total has offered a slight advantage at the Wanderers Stadium.

Record of Chasing Teams at the Wanderers

Overall records at the Wanderers show a balance between batting first and chasing the total. Across 27 T20 matches played here, teams batting first have won 14 games, while sides chasing have claimed victory on 13 occasions.

In the current season, the ground has hosted four matches so far, two were abandoned due to rain, one was decided in a Super Over, and the only completed result went in favour of the team that batted first.

Chasing RecordWinning %
Average48%

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JSK vs PC Playing 11 (Probable)

Pretoria Capitals have already qualified for the playoffs, while the Joburg Super Kings need a single win in their remaining two matches to confirm their playoff slot. Both sides are expected to make a few changes to their playing 11 as they are coming off a loss in their previous match.

Joburg Super Kings Playing XIPretoria Capitals Playing XI
Rivaldo Moonsamy (wk)Connor Esterhuizen
James VinceShai Hope (wk)
Michael Pepper Jordan Cox
Dian Forrester Wihan Lubbe
Matthew De VilliersDewald Brevis
Donovan Ferreira (wk)Sherfane Rutherford
Wiaan MulderAndre Russell
Akeal Hosein Keshav Maharaj (c)
Nandre BurgerLizaad Williams
Imran TahirLungi Ngidi
Richard GleesonGideon Peters

Highest Run Scorers and Highest Wicket Takers

  • James Vince and Shai Hope have been the standout batters for Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals, respectively, this season. Vince has managed to score 197 runs off just four innings for the Kings, while Hope has smashed 260 runs in eight innings for the Capitals.
  • With the ball, Richard Gleeson and Gideon Peters have led their respective bowling attacks and are the leading wicket-takers for their sides. Gleeson has picked up 9 wickets from five innings, while Peters has also been equally impactful with eight wickets in just four innings.
Highest Run ScorersJames Vince and Shai Hope
Highest Wicket TakersRichard Gleeson and Gideon Peters

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JSK vs PC Captain and Vice Captain Choices

  • Sherfane Rutherford and Donovan Ferreira appear to be the safest captaincy picks for this fixture, given their strong form with the bat and their ability to chip in with a few wickets as well.
  • When it comes to vice-captaincy, James Vince and Shai Hope are reliable alternatives. Both have been extremely crucial to their teams’ batting line-ups and currently lead the run-scoring charts for their respective sides in the ongoing season.
CaptainSherfane Rutherford and Donovan Ferreira
Vice-CaptainJames Vince and Shai Hope

Top Picks for JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction

  • One of the best T20 batsmen in the world, Dewald Brevis, scored 21 runs off 20 balls in his previous innings. He has been getting the starts and will be looking to get a big score in this last league stage game for Pretoria Capitals.
  • Akeal Hosein from the Joburg Super Kings scored 10 runs in his last game and also picked up a wicket at an economy of 5.80. He will be a top pick for this JSK vs PC Dream11 team prediction.
Players
Dewald Brevis
Akeal Hosein

Budget Picks for JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction

  • Richard Gleeson has bagged nine wickets in five innings for the Kings and is the leading wicket-taker of the team. Back him to do well in this fixture as well.
  • The skipper of Joburg Super Kings, Donovan Ferreira, picked up two wickets in his last game and also scored 11 runs. He can provide fantasy points with both bat and ball, which makes him a handy budget pick.
Players
Richard Gleeson
Donovan Ferreira

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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

  • Keepers: D Ferreira, S Hope
  • Batters: D Brevis, S Rutherford(c), J Vince(vc)
  • All-rounders: W Mulder, W Luube
  • Bowlers: L Ngidi, A Hosein, R Gleeson, G Peters
JSK vs PC Dream11
JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction (Image Credits: Official Dream11 App)

Best Dream11 Team Today

  • Keepers: D Ferreira(c), S Hope(vc)
  • Batters: S Rutherford, J Vince, C Esterhuizen
  • All-rounders: A Russell, D Forrester
  • Bowlers: I Tahir, N Burger, K Maharaj, L Williams
JSK vs PC Dream11
JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction (Image Credits: Official Dream11 App)

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for JSK vs PC based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

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JSK vs PC Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 28) SA20 2025-26 Players to Avoid

  • Rivaldo Moonsamy is unlikely to make a significant impact with the bat, making him an avoidable pick for this match.
  • Meanwhile, Shubham Ranjane may not find a place in the Joburg Super Giants’ starting XI, and should be left out of your JSK vs PC Dream11 prediction today match.
PlayersDream11 Credits
Rivaldo Moonsamy7.0 credits
Shubham Ranjane7.0 credits

JSK vs PC Weather & Pitch Report at Wanderers

  • The weather forecasts for match 28 of the SA20 2025-26 suggest that light rain is expected during match hours with overcast conditions, so there might be some obstruction in the game with the average temperature being around 20°C.
  • The surface at the Wanderers has largely favoured batters. The three matches hosted at this venue this season have seen totals in excess of 200. The average score also remains in the range of 180-200 runs.
Temperature20°C
Weather ForecastLight Rain
Pitch BehaviourBalanced
Best Suited ToBatters & Pacers
Average 1st Innings Score180 runs

JSK vs PC Head-to-Head Records

In the SA20 League, Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals have played seven matches, with JSK winning 3 matches while PC emerging as winners in 2 of them in the Joburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals Head-to-Head rivalry. The remaining two matches ended in a no-result.

TeamMatches Won
Joburg Super Kings (JSK)3
Pretoria Capitals (PC)2
No Result2

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis and experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news or work with insider news and will not be responsible for monetary loss to the users following the analysis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who will win Match 28 of the SA20 2025-26 between Joburg Super Kings and Pretoria Capitals?

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Joburg Super Kings is likely to win match 28 of the SA20 2025-26.

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