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Match Information: GRB vs WAR Fantasy Team
Match: Garden Route Badgers vs Warriors
Tournament: CSA Pro T20 Cup 2026
Match Number: 40th Match
Date: Friday, 16 October 2026
Time: 4:30 PM IST / 1:00 PM Local Time
Venue: Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn, South Africa
Two teams in good form meet in Oudtshoorn. Garden Route Badgers have won three of their four games. Warriors have won two of their three finished games and beat Northern Cape with nine overs to spare in their last match.
Recent Form
Garden Route Badgers (South Western Districts):
- 10 Oct: Beat North West by 6 wickets in Potchefstroom. North West 149/6, Badgers 150/4. Janneman Malan 67 not out off 48.
- 7 Oct: Lost to Lions by 38 runs in Oudtshoorn. Lions 175/1, Badgers 137/7.
- 5 Oct: Beat Limpopo by 5 wickets in Polokwane. Limpopo 128/6, Badgers 131/5 in 19.3 overs. Malan 46 off 38.
- 1 Oct: Beat Eastern Cape by 39 runs in Oudtshoorn. Badgers 182/4, Eastern Cape 143/9.
Warriors:
- 8 Oct: Beat Northern Cape by 7 wickets in Gqeberha. Northern Cape 83/9, Warriors 88/3 in 11 overs. Jordan Hermann 47 off 29.
- 4 Oct: Home game against Lions abandoned without a toss.
- 29 Sep: Beat Limpopo by 35 runs in Gqeberha. Warriors 175/4, Limpopo 140/8. Thomas Kaber took 4/25.
- 25 Sep: Lost to North West by 7 wickets in Centurion. Warriors 128/6, North West 131/3 in 15.3 overs.
Points Table
We could not find an official points table for this season. What we know for sure: the Badgers have 3 wins and 1 loss, and Warriors have 2 wins, 1 loss and 1 no result.
GRB vs WAR Head To Head
We could not find a reliable head to head record between these two sides in recent seasons, so we are not quoting old numbers.
GRB vs WAR Squads
Garden Route Badgers (players used this season): Janneman Malan, Nathan Engelbrecht (WK), Bennie Hansen (WK), Slade van Staden, Andile Phehlukwayo, Leo Sadler, Liam Alder, Pheko Moletsane, Jade Richter, Nhlakanipho Mpungose, Regan Rhode, Modise Maloka, Ross Coetzee, Banele Cele, Enathi Kitshini, Zack Momberg, Yaseen Valli, Tyrese Karelse
Warriors (players used this season): Jordan Hermann, Sibonelo Makhanya, Matthew de Villiers, JP King, Andile Mokgakane, Patrick Kruger, Thomas Kaber, Modiri Litheko, Matthew Boast, Beuran Hendricks, Wesley Bedja, Kerwin Mungroo, J du Plessis (WK)
We could not confirm either captain from the latest scorecards, so check the toss.
Pitch Report
The Recreation Ground has been a good batting ground this season. The Badgers made 182/4 against Eastern Cape here, and Lions made 175/1. Both games were won by the team batting first.
For fantasy, load up on top order batters. Janneman Malan and Jordan Hermann are in form. A first innings score of around 170 looks like a good total. Batting first has worked better here so far.
Weather Report
Oudtshoorn in mid October is usually warm and dry, with the day temperature in the mid 20s °C. Rain is not common here at this time of year, so a full game is expected.
Probable Playing XIs
Garden Route Badgers: Nathan Engelbrecht, Janneman Malan, Slade van Staden, Andile Phehlukwayo, Leo Sadler, Liam Alder, Pheko Moletsane, Jade Richter, Nhlakanipho Mpungose, Regan Rhode, Bennie Hansen (WK)
Warriors: Jordan Hermann, Sibonelo Makhanya, Matthew de Villiers, JP King, Andile Mokgakane, Patrick Kruger, Thomas Kaber, Modiri Litheko, Matthew Boast, Beuran Hendricks, Wesley Bedja
Final XIs come at the toss.
Top Fantasy Picks
- Janneman Malan (GRB, batter): 46 off 38 against Limpopo and 67 not out off 48 against North West. The most in form batter in this match.
- Jordan Hermann (WAR, batter): 47 off 29 with seven fours against Northern Cape. Opens the batting and can also bowl a couple of overs.
- Thomas Kaber (WAR, bowler): 4/25 in four overs against Limpopo. Warriors’ main wicket taker.
- Slade van Staden (GRB, batter): 34 against North West and 10 against Limpopo. Bats at number three.
- Leo Sadler (GRB, all rounder): 24 off 16 against North West. Bats in the top five.
- JP King (WAR, batter): 24 not out off 18 with two sixes against Northern Cape.
- Pheko Moletsane (GRB, all rounder): 27 not out off 27 to finish the chase against Limpopo.
GRB vs WAR Fantasy Team: Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Nathan Engelbrecht
Batters: Janneman Malan (C), Jordan Hermann, JP King, Slade van Staden
All rounders: Leo Sadler (Vc), Andile Phehlukwayo, Pheko Moletsane
Bowlers: Thomas Kaber, Beuran Hendricks, Liam Alder
Captain: Janneman Malan. Two good knocks in his last two games and bats through the innings.
Vice captain: Leo Sadler. An all rounder who made 24 off 16 last game and bats in the top five.
GRB vs WAR Fantasy Team: Grand Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Bennie Hansen
Batters: Janneman Malan, Jordan Hermann, Sibonelo Makhanya
All rounders: Pheko Moletsane (Vc), Leo Sadler, Liam Alder
Bowlers: Thomas Kaber (C), Wesley Bedja, Beuran Hendricks, Jade Richter
Captain: Thomas Kaber. Took 4/25 against Limpopo, and wickets bring big points.
Vice captain: Pheko Moletsane. An all rounder who finished the chase against Limpopo with 27 not out.
Differentials: Liam Alder hit 16 not out off 7 balls against North West. Wesley Bedja went for only 21 in four overs against Limpopo. Sibonelo Makhanya made 16 off 15 at the top against Northern Cape.
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Match Prediction
This should be a close game between two teams in form. The Badgers have home advantage and Janneman Malan in great touch, and they made 182 the last time they batted first here. Warriors have a strong attack with Kaber and Hendricks, and Hermann can give them a fast start. Our pick is Garden Route Badgers to win at home.
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FAQs – GRB vs WAR Fantasy Team
Who will win Garden Route Badgers vs Warriors today?
It should be close, but the Badgers have home advantage and Janneman Malan in form. We pick the Badgers.
What is the GRB vs WAR Fantasy prediction?
In small leagues, go with Janneman Malan as captain and Leo Sadler as vice captain. In grand leagues, try Thomas Kaber as captain and Pheko Moletsane as vice captain.
What is the pitch report for Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn?
It has been a good batting ground this season, with scores of 182 and 175. The team batting first won both games here.
What is the probable playing XI for Garden Route Badgers vs Warriors?
The Badgers should keep the XI that beat North West. Warriors should keep the XI that beat Northern Cape. Final XIs come at the toss.
Who are the best captain and vice captain picks for GRB vs WAR?
Leo Sadler and Pheko Moletsane are the best all rounder picks. Janneman Malan and Thomas Kaber are strong options based on recent numbers.
What time does Garden Route Badgers vs Warriors start?
The match starts at 4:30 PM IST on Friday, 16 October 2026. That is 1:00 PM local time in Oudtshoorn.
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