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Western Province vs Knights CSA T20 Challenge Predictions - Joshua van Heerden to power Province to first win

Simon Lewis

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Last updated: 26 Sep 2026

Simon Lewis 26 Sep 2026

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Western Province have lost their last three matches in the tournament in a row.
The Knights are the defending champions and won six of seven matches last season.
Province won three of their four matches at Newlands last season.

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Raeeq Daniels has taken 10 wickets in his last 4 innings (Getty Images).

The Knights are the defending champs and enjoyed a superb season. Province lost their opener to the Titans on Friday but I’m backing them to step it up a gear in a second home match in three days.

Western Province’s Joshua van Heerden has scored 61, 72* & 64 in his last 3 knocks.
Western Province’s Edward Moore scored 62 off 48 balls against the Titans.
Western Province’s Raeeq Daniels has taken 10 wickets in his last 4 innings.
Western Province had 3 home wins in 4 matches last season.
Knights’ Jacques Snyman has scored 46, 82, 156 & 36 in his last 5 knocks.
Knights’ Gihahn Cloete has scores of 52, 79, 43 & 118 in his last 6 innings.
Knights’ Malusi Siboto has taken 3/30 & 4/62 in his last 2 innings.

Head-to-Head

Western Province have won two and lost two of their last four matches in the CSA T20 Challenge against the Knights.

Western Province Form

Western Province will look to build on an encouraging batting display in their opening match after posting what looked like a competitive score (186). Edward Moore and Joshua van Heerden both struck half-centuries in providing a strong platform and underlining their importance at the top of the order.

Daniel Smith, Valentine Kitime and George Linde offer further batting options, with Linde’s all-round ability adding valuable balance to the side.

The bowling attack will look for greater consistency after Raeeq Daniels impressed with 3/27 from his four overs on Friday. Tshepo Moreki picked up two wickets but proved expensive, leaving room for improvement in his economy rate.

Oliver Whitehead and Jody Lawrence provide additional options as Western Province aim to produce a more complete performance against the defending champions.

Knights Form

Knights begin the defence of the T20 title that came on the back of an impressive run to the final and captain Malusi Siboto will be hoping his side can quickly rediscover that winning formula, with a number of key performers returning.

Cole Abrahams was their leading run-scorer in the previous tournament with 184 runs from six innings. Jacques Snyman, Gihahn Cloete and Ruan Haasbroek add further experience and attacking potential to the top order.

The bowling attack could again be a major strength or the defending champions. Sisanda Magala was outstanding last season, taking nine wickets in four matches at an economy rate of just 6.61. His ability to strike while keeping the scoring under control will be important.

Siboto, Ross Boast and Mbongiseni Mhlanga provide additional wicket-taking options as Knights look to begin their title defence with a victory.

Team News

Western Province (possible XI): George Linde (c), Sello Valetine Kitime, Daniel Smith, Edward Moore, Joshua van Heerden, Kashief Josephs, Mihlali Mpongwana, Oliver Whitehead, Tshepo Moreki, Raeeq Daniels and Jody Lawrence.

Knights (possible XI): Malusi Siboto (c), Cole Abrahams, Gihahn Cloete, Isaack Dikgale, Jacques Snyman, Ruan Haasbroek, Patrick Botha, Sisanda Magala, Mbongiseni Mhlanga, Seth Fledermaus, Ross Boast.

Verdict

Western Province v Knights

Western Province are tipped to pick their first win of the tournament. Joshua van Heerden, Raeeq Daniels, Jacques Snyman and Malusi Siboto are my picks to perform on Sunday.

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