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Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Joburg Super Kings 19th T20 Prediction, Dream11 And Analysis

The 2025 SA20 season is heating up as we approach the latter stages of the group phase. Thursday’s encounter at St George’s Park promises to be a crucial clash, with Durban’s Super Giants at the bottom of the table but still within striking distance of a playoff spot. Sunrisers Eastern Cape, last year’s champions, are on a roll, having won three consecutive games, while Joburg Super Kings, after an excellent start, have stumbled with back-to-back losses.

Will Sunrisers continue their winning streak at home, or will Joburg regain their form and bounce back? All eyes will be on this high-stakes match as the race to secure a playoff berth intensifies.

Match Details

MatchSunrisers Eastern Cape vs. Joburg Super Kings (SA20 2025)
DateJanuary 25, 2025
Time6:30 PM (Local) / 10:00 PM IST
VenueSt George’s Park, Gqeberha
BroadcastJioCinema, SuperSport

Team Previews

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Preview

Sunrisers Eastern Cape are currently the team to beat, riding high on a three-game winning streak. Their latest win against Paarl Capitals showcased their resilience, recovering from a poor start at 14/3 to post a competitive total and eventually securing a 52-run victory.

While the form of opener Zak Crawley remains a concern, skipper Aiden Markram has been outstanding, anchoring the innings with a 68* in the last game. With middle-order contributions from players like Tristan Stubbs and all-rounder Marco Jansen, the batting lineup has shown depth.

In the bowling department, Marco Jansen has been sensational, claiming six wickets in his last two matches, while Liam Dawson and Simon Harmer have been effective in controlling the middle overs. Sunrisers will look to continue their dominance, backed by home support at St George’s Park.

Key Players: Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson

Predicted Playing XI:
Zak Crawley, David Bedingham, Tom Abell, Jordan Hermann, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson, Simon Harmer, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson

Joburg Super Kings Preview

After a strong start to the tournament, the Joburg Super Kings find themselves on shaky ground with consecutive losses. Their latest defeat against Paarl Royals, despite a solid 60 from Jonny Bairstow, exposed their batting frailties. Skipper Faf du Plessis may opt for a reshuffle in the batting lineup, with Bairstow potentially opening alongside Devon Conway to provide early momentum.

The middle order, comprising players like Leus du Plooy and Moeen Ali, needs to step up. All-rounder Donovan Ferreira has been a bright spot with both bat and ball, while bowlers Hardus Viljoen and Imran Tahir have delivered consistent performances. However, their ability to defend totals on a bowler-friendly St George’s Park pitch will be tested against an in-form Sunrisers side.

Key Players: Jonny Bairstow, Donovan Ferreira, Imran Tahir

Predicted Playing XI:
Devon Conway, Faf du Plessis (c), Leus du Plooy, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Moeen Ali, Sibonelo Makhanya, Donovan Ferreira, Hardus Viljoen, Imran Tahir, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lutho Sipamla

Fantasy Team XI

PlayerTeamRole
Aiden Markram (C)Sunrisers Eastern CapeAll-rounder
Jonny Bairstow (VC)Joburg Super KingsWicketkeeper
Marco JansenSunrisers Eastern CapeAll-rounder
Faf du PlessisJoburg Super KingsBatter
Donovan FerreiraJoburg Super KingsAll-rounder
Liam DawsonSunrisers Eastern CapeBowler
Imran TahirJoburg Super KingsBowler
Zak CrawleySunrisers Eastern CapeBatter
Moeen AliJoburg Super KingsAll-rounder
Richard GleesonSunrisers Eastern CapeBowler
Hardus ViljoenJoburg Super KingsBowler

Pitch Report

St George’s Park, Gqeberha, has been a paradise for bowlers this season, with batters finding it challenging to post high scores. Spinners and seamers who bowl disciplined lines have enjoyed success, making it imperative for batters to play patiently.

  • Average 1st Innings Score: 155-160
  • Bowling Advantage: Spinners and medium pacers.
  • Toss Prediction: Teams will likely bat first, as two of the three games played here this season have been won by sides defending totals.

Weather Conditions

The match will begin under clear skies with temperatures hovering around 23-25°C. Humidity will be high, and slight cloud cover is expected later in the game, but no rain is predicted.

Winning Prediction

Sunrisers Eastern Cape are brimming with confidence and have momentum on their side. Playing in front of their home crowd at St George’s Park will give them an added edge. The Joburg Super Kings, despite having a strong squad, appear to be struggling for consistency.

Predicted Winner: Sunrisers Eastern Cape

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About Suraj Mahto

Suraj Kumar Mahto is currently working as a freelance content writer and is always interested in a challenge. Reach out to t20cricketprediction@gmail.com to connect!

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