SA20 Match Prediction | SA20 League 2025 | MI Cape Town vs Joburg Super Kings | Match 13 | Jan 18 – Can MICT beat the table topper JSK? 

MICT vs JSK Match Analysis

MI Cape Town and Joburg Super Kings will play each other in the SA20, 2025 13th game on January 18, 2025, at 09:30 PM BST at Newlands, Cape Town. 

Joburg Super Kings have been in exceptional form, sitting comfortably at the top of the points table with 10 points from 3 matches. They remain unbeaten, winning 2 games and having 1 match abandoned due to no result. With a strong net run rate of +1.079, the team has established itself as a dominant force in the league.

MI Cape Town follows closely behind, having played 4 matches and earned 9 points with 2 wins and 2 losses. Despite their inconsistent results, they boast an impressive net run rate of +1.630, showcasing their ability to secure big-margin wins and remain a competitive side in the tournament.

MICT vs JSK Team Preview & Squads

MI Cape Town 

MI Cape Town put up a competitive total of 158/4 in their allotted 20 overs during the 9th match of SA20 on January 15, 2025, in Paarl. Their batting lineup performed steadily, but the total proved insufficient against the Paarl Royals. Despite their efforts, MI Cape Town couldn’t defend the target as the Royals chased it down with 6 balls to spare, securing a 6-wicket victory.

MICT’s batting efforts were anchored by a brilliant unbeaten 91 off 64 balls by Rassie van der Dussen, showcasing his skill with 5 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of 142.18. Reeza Hendricks contributed 30 off 27 balls, but the rest of the lineup struggled to make a significant impact.

MI Cape Town’s bowling effort was spearheaded by Rashid Khan, who bowled an economical spell, taking 1 wicket for 22 runs in his 4 overs at an economy of 5.50. Trent Boult also impressed with a tidy 4-over spell, conceding just 26 runs and claiming a crucial wicket. However, the remaining bowlers struggled with consistency, as Azmatullah Omarzai, Kagiso Rabada, and George Linde were all expensive, allowing Paarl Royals to chase the target comfortably.

MI Cape Town Squads

MI Cape Town Squads

George Linde, Ryan Rickelton, Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Connor Esterhuizen, Ben Stokes, Thomas Kaber, Rashid Khan, Delano Potgieter, Azmatullah Omarzai, Chris Benjamin, Dewald Brevis, Rassie van der Dussen, Nuwan Thushara. 

Joburg Super Kings 

Joburg Super Kings were denied a chance to chase down a modest target of 139 against the Pretoria Capitals as rain forced a no-result in Johannesburg.

Leus du Plooy and Faf du Plessis have been key performers for the Joburg Super Kings this season, showcasing their consistency with the bat. Du Plooy has amassed 286 runs in 10 matches at an impressive average of 40.86 and a strike rate of 144.44, anchoring the innings effectively. Meanwhile, skipper Faf du Plessis has contributed 238 runs in 10 games, averaging 39.67 with an explosive strike rate of 157.61, providing crucial starts and accelerating the scoring.

Imran Tahir and Nandre Burger have been dependable bowlers for the JSK this season, playing pivotal roles in controlling the opposition’s scoring. Tahir, with 7 wickets in 8 matches, boasts an economical 7.92 and a strike rate of 21.42, showcasing his expertise in containing runs and breaking partnerships. Burger has been equally effective, claiming 6 wickets in 6 games at an economy of 7.29 and a strike rate of 21, providing consistent support with the ball.

Joburg Super Kings Squads

Joburg Super Kings Squads

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

MI Cape Town vs Joburg Super Kings outfield report 

Newlands, Cape Town

Since the bowling first team has won 21 of the 38 games played here, the team that wins the toss will bowl first.

Clear skies are expected on the day of the game.

The pitch is moderate, and the average first innings score on this surface is 151.    

MI Cape Town vs Joburg Super Kings Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches 

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

MI Cape Town vs Joburg Super Kings Prediction

Cricket analysts predict that the Joburg Super Kings have a 52% 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.