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CLAIM NOWToss Winner - Paarl Royals won the toss and choose to bat first
Sunrisers Eastern Cape beat Paarl Royals by 8 wickets
Marco Jansen tops the charts for wickets this season and has also pulled even with Paarl's Bjorn Fortuin as the leading wicket-taker in the Powerplay. As an all-rounder in great form, he has the potential to be a game-changer in Qualifier 2.
We are backing Sunrisers Eastern Cape as the winners of Qualifier 2.
Tournament: | SA20 League, 2025 |
Format: | t20 |
Venue: | SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium, Centurion, South Africa |
Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
Weather: | 29.4°C|Sunny |
Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape are set to clash in SA20 2025 Qualifier 2 at SuperSport Park this Thursday. The Royals missed their first shot at the final after falling short against MI Cape Town in Qualifier 1, but they now have a second chance to make things right. On the other hand, the Sunrisers have built strong momentum heading into this knockout match. As defending champions, they know what it takes to win under pressure, and the Royals will need to be at their best to stop them.
147/4 in 19.5 7.41
143/7 in 20.0 7.15
140/4 in 20.0 7
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Paarl Royals won by 11 runs
129/7 in 20.0 6.45
184/6 in 20.0 9.2
152/7 in 20.0 7.6
110/0 in 11.0 10
107/10 in 19.2 5.54
119/1 in 14.0 8.5
118/10 in 19.0 6.21
165/4 in 20.0 8.25
151/8 in 20.0 7.55
Paarl Royals ended the league phase in second place, securing seven wins and dropping just three games. But in Qualifier 1, they ran into a dominant MI Cape Town and fell 39 runs short while chasing a daunting 200. David Miller’s quick 45 off 26 was the only real highlight in a lackluster batting display.
As they head into the second Qualifier, the Royals look a little unsteady and will need to pull themselves together fast.
Lhuan-dre Pretorius has been their standout batter this season, racking up 338 runs in 11 innings with an impressive strike rate of 171.57. Rubin Hermann has also stepped up, scoring 252 runs in eight innings, though at a more measured strike rate of 121.73.
Skipper David Miller has delivered several match-turning knocks throughout the campaign and remains a key figure in the middle order, often tasked with finishing the innings strongly.
On the bowling front, the Royals pack a punch. Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Bjorn Fortuin lead the charge, taking 25 wickets between them while keeping the runs in check. With Dayyaan Galiem, Kwena Maphaka, and Dunith Wellalage bringing different skills to the table, their attack is capable of delivering the goods on their day.
Key Players: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, David Miller
Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Mitchell Owen, Rubin Hermann, Andile Phehlukwayo, Dunith Wellalage, David Miller (c), Dinesh Karthik (wk), Dayyaan Galiem, Bjorn Fortuin, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Kwena Maphaka
Lhuan dre Pretorius, Mitchell Owen, Rubin Hermann, Andile Phehlukwayo, David Miller, Dinesh Karthik, Dayyaan Galiem, Dunith Wellalage, Bjorn Fortuin, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Kwena Maphaka
Defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape have had their ups and downs in this SA20 season. However, they seem to be hitting their stride at just the right moment, delivering when it counts. They wrapped up their league stage with a strong win over Paarl Royals—who they’ll now face in Qualifier 2—and carried that momentum forward with a commanding 32-run victory against Joburg Super Kings in the Eliminator where they successfully defended a target of 185 at SuperSport Park.
With another knockout game ahead, Eastern Cape will back themselves to get the better of the Royals once again. Skipper Aiden Markram has been leading the charge, scoring 323 runs in 11 innings at an average of 40.37 and a strike rate of 132.37. He was the team's top run-getter in the Eliminator with a terrific unbeaten knock of 62 off 40 balls. David Bedingham has provided steady , contributing 227 runs in nine innings at a strike rate of 122.70.
Their middle order carries plenty of firepower, with Tristan Stubbs and Marco Jansen both crossing 195 runs this season. Stubbs, in particular, is looking dangerous, capable of swinging momentum in a matter of overs. His 43 off 27 balls against Paarl in their last meeting was instrumental in tipping the game in Sunrisers’ favor.
The bowling attack is well-balanced, with multiple players sharing the workload. Jansen leads the way with 16 wickets in 11 games, maintaining an economy of 6.53. Meanwhile, Richard Gleeson and Liam Dawson have combined for 24 wickets, making them key figures for the clash.
Key Players: Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen
Tony de Zorzi, David Bedingham, Jordan Hermann, Tom Abell, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson, Craig Overton, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson
Tony de Zorzi, David Bedingham, Jordan Hermann, Thomas Abell, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Craig Overton, Liam Dawson, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson
The pitch at SuperSport Park tends to offer extra bounce during evening sessions, making it easier for batters to play their shots under the lights. Seamers can exploit early moisture in the first hour, but dew later in the game causes the ball to skid through. The shorter square boundaries compared to the straight ones often tempt players to target those areas. It’s a pitch that rewards smart batting and accurate bowling.
As for the weather, Centurion will see a warm, sunny day on Thursday, with no rain predicted.
The average score batting first at SuperSport Park is 163. That said, this SA20 season has seen a jump in run-scoring, with four teams crossing the 195-run mark in the five games played here. The highest was MI Cape Town’s 222-3 against the Pretoria Capitals, a game they clinched by 27 runs.
The last two matches at SuperSport Park in this SA20 have been won by the team batting first. Given that this is another knockout game, it’s likely that both teams will look to bat first here.
Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape have both put on strong displays in SA20, but their recent trajectories tell different stories. After a promising start, Paarl have stumbled, losing their last three games, including one against Eastern Cape. Meanwhile, the Sunrisers have built momentum with two wins in their last three appearances. According to our analysis, Eastern Cape hold an edge thanks to their recent familiarity with the local conditions. At the same time, Paarl, who competed in the first qualifier in Gqeberha, have had to hit the road. Paarl are also coming off three straight losses and are without their top batter, Joe Root, who’s been called up for national duty. All things considered, Eastern Cape look like the clear favorites to make it to their third final.
We are backing Sunrisers Eastern Cape as the winners of Qualifier 2.
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