MI Cape Town vs Paarl Royals, Qualifier 1 Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | SA20, 2025

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03 February 2025 | 09:02AM
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The Qualifier 1 of the 2025 SA20 season promises an exciting clash between MI Cape Town (MICT) and Paarl Royals (PR) at the Dafabet St George’s Park in Gqeberha. Scheduled for February 4, 2025, this match is a high-stakes encounter, with both teams looking to secure a spot in the final.


MI Cape Town has been a force to reckon with, boasting a powerful squad led by experienced batters like Colin Ingram and Reeza Hendricks, both capable of setting the stage on fire. With explosive players like Dewald Brevis and Rassie van der Dussen in the lineup, MICT's batting lineup is strong. Adding depth to their team is the presence of world-class all-rounders like Ben Stokes and Corbin Bosch, while the bowling department, featuring Kagiso Rabada and Rashid Khan, offers a perfect balance of pace and spin.


Paarl Royals, however, will be no pushovers, with a formidable squad of their own. With key batters like David Miller and Joe Root, they have the firepower to chase down any target. The addition of all-rounders like Jacob Bethell and Dunith Wellalage gives them extra depth, and their bowling unit, led by the likes of Lungi Ngidi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, is one of the best in the tournament. The battle between these two teams will be a thrilling spectacle, with both sides aiming for a dominant performance to book a place in the final. Stay tuned to the MICT vs PR live score for all the real-time updates and key moments of this crucial match.

MI Cape Town vs Paarl Royals, Qualifier 1 Match Details

Series

SA20, 2025

Match

MI Cape Town vs Paarl Royals

Date & Time

04 February 2025, 09:00PM

Venue

Dafabet St George's Park, Gqeberha

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MI Cape Town vs Paarl Royals, Qualifier 1 Match Weather Condition

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Dafabet St George's Park, Gqeberha

Dafabet St George's Park Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

Flat Track Pitch

Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Pace & Bounce

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

Dafabet St George’s Park in Gqeberha is known for providing a well-balanced surface that offers something for both batsmen and bowlers. The pitch tends to favor fast bowlers, especially early in the innings, offering bounce and movement. As the match progresses, the pitch generally becomes easier for batting, and the spinners may come into play in the middle overs. With the outfield being fast, boundaries are likely to be a common sight, but batsmen need to be cautious of the early swing and bounce. The conditions here often support the chasing side, so the team that wins the toss will likely opt to bowl first. A competitive total would be around 170-180, with the batting side needing to build partnerships to accelerate during the latter stages of the innings.

MI Cape Town Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Paarl Royals Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

142

X

116

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

175-6 by SEC vs MICT

X

52-10 by PC vs SEC

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

165-5 by SEC vs PR

X

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

7

88%
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13%
Bowling First

1

MI Cape Town vs Paarl Royals, Qualifier 1 Match Squad

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MI Cape Town Probable XI :

Colin Ingram, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Sediqullah Atal, Dewald Brevis, Ryan Rickelton, Chris Benjamin, Ben Stokes, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan.

Paarl Royals Probable XI :

David Miller, Joe Root, Sam Hain, Mitchell van Buuren, Dewan Marais, Dinesh Karthik, Rubin Hermann, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dunith Wellalage, Lungi Ngidi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman.

Conclusion

This Qualifier 1 between MI Cape Town (MICT) and Paarl Royals (PR) is expected to be a high-octane clash, with both teams boasting star players who can turn the game at any moment. MICT’s explosive batting and strong bowling attack will face a tough challenge against PR’s deep batting lineup and versatile bowlers. Both sides are well-balanced, and the team that can handle pressure in the crunch moments of the game will emerge victorious. With the winner progressing to the final, this match promises to be an exciting affair. Don’t miss the MICT vs PR live score for every thrilling moment of this key encounter!