Cricket Fantasy Picks: Best Starts, Sits & Value Plays — 2026-06-24

SportsPulse DFS Cricket: SA20 Week 3 Picks!

Welcome back, DFS fanatics! The SA20 league is heating up, and we're here to help you navigate the tricky waters of player selection on DraftKings and FanDuel. Last week saw some massive scores, including England's dominant 371-121 against West Indies, highlighting the potential for huge fantasy hauls when bats dominate. This week, we're targeting high-impact players and uncovering hidden gems to boost your lineups.

Top 3 Players to START This Week

1. Liam Dawson (Paarl Royals): Dawson is in red-hot form. In his last outing, he blazed an incredible 85 runs off just 45 balls and followed it up by snagging 2 crucial wickets. He's consistently hitting 60+ fantasy points, offering a high floor with immense upside as both a top-order batter and a wicket-taking spinner. Lock him in. 2. Jono van der Merwe (Pretoria Capitals): Opening the batting, Van der Merwe smashed 90 runs off 50 balls in his previous match. His season average stands at an impressive 45 with a strike rate exceeding 150. He's a consistent run-scorer who doesn't just get starts but converts them into big scores, making him a must-have for any lineup. 3. Sipho Mbatha (Durban Super Giants): This pace sensation is a wicket-taking machine. Mbatha returned figures of 4-22 in his last game, and boasts a season strike rate of a wicket every 10 balls. As a crucial death bowler, he’s always in the mix for multiple scalps, especially when teams are chasing big totals and taking risks.