SA20 Match Prediction | SA20 League 2025 | Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape | Match 03 | Jan 11 – Can PR get their first win? 

PR vs SEC Match Analysis

Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape will play each other in the SA20, 2025 3rd game on January 11, 2025, at 05:00 PM BST at Boland Park, Paarl. 

Paarl Royals ended up in third position last year after winning 5 of the 10 matches they have played. They will be ignited enough to start this season on a positive note. 

Sunrisers Eastern Cape crumbled under pressure, managing only 77 runs in 15 overs as MI Cape Town’s bowlers delivered an exceptional performance in the first match.

PR vs SEC Team Preview & Squads

Paarl Royals

The Paarl Royals squad for the upcoming season boasts a strong blend of experience and youth across all departments. 

The batting lineup is led by skipper David Miller, supported by seasoned players like Joe Root, Dinesh Karthik, and Sam Hain. Promising talents such as Dewan Marais, Rubin Hermann, Mitchell Van Buuren, and Lhuan-dre Pretorius add depth to the team.

The all-rounder department features versatile players like Jacob Bethell, Codi Yusuf, Andile Phehlukwayo, and Dayyaan Galiem, providing balance to the side. 

In the bowling unit, the Royals have potent options with Bjorn Fortuin, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Lungi Ngidi, and Dunith Wellalage, alongside emerging stars like Eshan Malinga, Kwena Maphaka, Nqabayomzi Peter, and John Turner. 

With Keith Dudgeon adding further firepower, the PR looks well-equipped to compete at the highest level.

Paarl Royals Squads

Paarl Royals Squads

Sam Hain, Dinesh Karthik, David Miller, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Joe Root, Mitchell Van Buuren, Jacob Bethell, Codi Yusuf, Dayyaan Galiem, Andile Phehlukwayo, Bjorn Fortuin, Kwena Maphaka, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Lungi Ngidi, John Turner, and Keith Dudgeon.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape

In their chase of 175 against MI Cape Town, Sunrisers Eastern Cape faltered dramatically, being bowled out for a mere 77 runs in 15 overs. 

Zak Crawley provided a steady start with 12 off 14, but wickets tumbled quickly as Tom Abell and Jordan Hermann failed to make an impact. Skipper Aiden Markram showed some resistance with 19 off 19, supported briefly by Tristan Stubbs, who scored 13 off 18. Marco Jansen’s quick 14 off 9 added a glimmer of hope, but the lower order collapsed under the pressure. 

SEC’s bowling attack had a mixed outing as MI Cape Town posted a challenging total of 174/7. Marco Jansen led the attack, picking up 2 wickets but conceded 38 runs in his 4 overs at an economy of 9.50. Beyers Swanepoel also managed a wicket but was expensive, giving away 41 runs at 10.25. Richard Gleeson stood out with a disciplined spell, claiming 2 wickets for just 22 runs at an impressive economy of 5.50. Liam Dawson and Simon Harmer contributed with a wicket each but struggled with economies of 10.66 and 7.50, respectively.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Squads

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Squads

Craig Overton, Ottneil Baartman, Liam Dawson, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Patrick Kruger, Roelof van der Merwe, Marco Jansen, Jordan Hermann, Beyers Swanepoel, Caleb Seleka, David Bedingham, Simon Harmer, Tom Abell, Zak Crawley, and Andile Simelane.

Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape outfield report 

Boland Park, Paarl

In this scenario, the team winning the toss should opt to bowl first.

The weather will probably be overcast and muggy, with highs of about 25 degrees.

Because of the grass and dampness on the surface, the pitch typically favors bowlers. When the ball is new, there is a lot of activity.   

Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last 4 matches, the SEC won 3 and PR won 1.

Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Sunrisers Eastern Cape 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.