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The SA20 2025 season sees its fifth match with Pretoria Capitals hosting Durban Super Giants at SuperSport Park, Centurion, on January 12. Both teams had an exciting clash in their previous encounter, where Durban narrowly edged out Pretoria by two runs in a thrilling high-scoring contest. The Capitals, led by Rilee Rossouw, will be eager to bounce back and level the series, while the Super Giants look to maintain their winning momentum.
Match Details
| Fixture | Pretoria Capitals vs Durban Super Giants |
|---|---|
| Date | January 12, 2025 |
| Time | 8:30 PM IST |
| Venue | SuperSport Park, Centurion |
Teams Preview
Pretoria Capitals Preview
Pretoria Capitals will aim to regroup after a close loss in their opening game. The batting unit, led by Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Will Jacks, delivered a strong performance, but the bowlers struggled to contain runs on a batting-friendly surface.
Gurbaz was sensational, smashing 89 off 43 balls, supported by Jacks’ 64 off 35 deliveries. The team will expect similar fireworks from their top order. Captain Rilee Rossouw and Liam Livingstone provide stability in the middle order, while all-rounders James Neesham and Senuran Muthusamy offer depth.
In the bowling department, Muthusamy stood out, picking up 3 wickets for 21 runs. The Capitals will need better performances from bowlers like Eathan Bosch and Daryn Dupavillon to restrict the strong Durban lineup.
Key Players: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Will Jacks, Senuran Muthusamy
Predicted Playing XI:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Will Jacks | Batter |
| Steve Stolk | Batter |
| Rilee Rossouw (c) | Batter |
| Kyle Verreynne (wk) | Batter |
| Liam Livingstone | All-rounder |
| James Neesham | All-rounder |
| Senuran Muthusamy | All-rounder |
| Kyle Simmonds | Bowler |
| Eathan Bosch | Bowler |
| Daryn Dupavillon | Bowler |
Durban Super Giants Preview
Durban Super Giants come into this game with confidence after a thrilling two-run victory in their opening encounter. The team displayed impressive batting depth, led by Kane Williamson’s composed 60 not out off 40 balls.
Rookie opener Bryce Parsons impressed with 47 off 28 balls, while Matthew Breetzke and Wiann Mulder played crucial roles with quick-fire contributions. The team will look to maintain this form and put up another competitive total.
The bowling attack, led by Chris Woakes and Noor Ahmad, delivered timely breakthroughs. Woakes and Ahmad both picked up 2 wickets each, helping defend a challenging total. Keshav Maharaj’s leadership and tactical acumen will be key as the Giants seek to outsmart Pretoria once again.
Key Players: Kane Williamson, Bryce Parsons, Noor Ahmad
Predicted Playing XI:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Matthew Breetzke | Batter |
| Bryce Parsons | Batter |
| Kane Williamson | Batter |
| Quinton de Kock (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Heinrich Klaasen | Batter |
| Wiaan Mulder | All-rounder |
| Dwaine Pretorius | All-rounder |
| Chris Woakes | All-rounder |
| Keshav Maharaj (c) | Bowler |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | Bowler |
| Noor Ahmad | Bowler |
Fantasy Team XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Vice-Captain | Kane Williamson |
| Batsmen | Bryce Parsons, Will Jacks, Matthew Breetzke |
| All-rounders | Liam Livingstone, James Neesham, Wiaan Mulder |
| Wicketkeeper | Quinton de Kock |
| Bowlers | Noor Ahmad, Chris Woakes, Senuran Muthusamy, Eathan Bosch |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
SuperSport Park offers a batting-friendly surface with true bounce, making it easier for stroke play. However, bowlers can find success with disciplined line and length. The average first innings score in recent SA20 games at Centurion is around 185-190 runs.
Weather Conditions
Expect overcast skies with thundery showers predicted throughout the day. Light winds will provide some assistance to swing bowlers. Captains will need to account for potential rain interruptions when strategizing their approach.
Toss Prediction
Teams batting first have had success at this venue. Given the forecast and recent trends, both captains might prefer setting a target.
Winning Prediction
The Durban Super Giants’ batting strength and well-rounded bowling attack give them a slight edge. However, Pretoria Capitals will be determined to bounce back after their narrow loss and will rely on their explosive batting lineup to deliver.
Prediction: Durban Super Giants to win
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