SA20 Match Prediction | SA20 League 2025 | Joburg Super Kings vs Durban Super Giants | Match 29 | Feb 01 – Can JSK make it to the eliminator? 

JSK vs DSG Match Analysis

Joburg Super Kings and Durban Super Giants will play each other in the SA20 2025 29th game on February 01, 2025, at 9:30 PM BST at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg.

Joburg Super Kings secured a crucial victory in their final league game, strengthening their playoff chances with a solid all-round performance. With four wins in nine matches, they sit in third place, tied on points with Sunrisers Eastern Cape but ahead on net run rate. Their batting has been inconsistent, but key performances in pressure situations have kept them competitive.

On the other hand, Durban Super Giants endured a disappointing campaign, finishing at the bottom of the table with just one win in nine matches. Struggling with both bat and ball, they failed to build any momentum throughout the tournament. Their bowlers couldn’t contain opposition batters, while their batting lineup often faltered under pressure. With an early exit confirmed, they will need to regroup and reassess ahead of the next season to avoid another underwhelming performance.

JSK vs DSG Team Preview & Squads

Joburg Super Kings

Faf du Plessis and Devon Conway have been key batters for Joburg Super Kings, with du Plessis scoring 256 runs at a strike rate of 136.89, providing aggressive starts. Conway, with 221 runs at an average of 31.57, has added stability despite a modest strike rate of 113.33. Both will be crucial for JSK’s playoff ambitions.

Hardus Viljoen has been a standout performer for Joburg Super Kings, picking up 10 wickets in 6 matches with an impressive economy of 7.15 and a strike rate of 12. Donovan Ferreira has also made a significant impact, claiming 8 wickets in 7 matches at a superb economy of 5.89. Both bowlers will be key for JSK in the knockout stages.

Joburg Super Kings Squads

Joburg Super Kings Squads

Devon Conway, Jonny Bairstow, Tabraiz Shamsi, Moeen Ali, Gerald Coetzee, Donovan Ferreira, Maheesh Theekshana, Imran Tahir, Lizaad Williams, Faf du Plessis, Sibonelo Makhanya, Nandre Burger, David Wiese, Leus du Plooy.

Durban Super Giants

Kane Williamson has been a consistent performer for the Durban Super Giants, scoring 211 runs in 7 matches at an impressive average of 52.75 and a strike rate of 119.88. Wiaan Mulder has chipped in with 153 runs across 10 matches at a strike rate of 125.4. Despite DSG’s struggles, these two batters have been among their few bright spots.

Keshav Maharaj has been a key bowler for Durban Super Giants, taking 10 wickets in 9 matches with an impressive economy of 6.53. Noor Ahmad has also been effective, claiming 10 wickets in 8 matches at an economy of 7. Despite DSG’s struggles, their spin duo has provided crucial breakthroughs and maintained control in the middle overs.

Durban Super Giants Squads

Durban Super Giants Squads

Marcus Stoinis, Jason Smith, Naveen-ul-Haq, Heinrich Klaasen, Christopher King, JJ Smuts, Kane Williamson, Dwaine Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Quinton de Kock, Keshav Maharaj, Noor Ahmad, Matthew Breetzke, Prenelan Subrayen, Chris Woakes.

Joburg Super Kings vs Durban Super Giants outfield report 

The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

The first bowling team has benefited the most from this surface.

Play may be impacted by the anticipated level of cloud cover. 

Dew could cause high scores, but clever bowling variations could help batters get real bounce and take advantage of the shorter boundaries to equalize the playing field. On the other hand, bowlers may receive immediate assistance from the sea breeze.   

Joburg Super Kings vs Durban Super Giants Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last 5 matches, the JSK won 3 and the DSG won 2.

Joburg Super Kings vs Durban Super Giants Prediction 

Cricket analysts predict the Joburg Super Kings have a 53% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.