Match Details
- Fixture: Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape, 3rd Match, SA20 2025
- Date & Time: Saturday, January 11, 2025, 4:00 PM PST | 11:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM Local
- Venue: Boland Park, Paarl
SA20 2025 Match 3 Preview
The SA20 2025 continues with an exciting clash between the Paarl Royals and the defending champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Both teams are eager to make a strong start this season.
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape come into the tournament as two-time champions, having convincingly defeated the Durban Giants in the 2024 final. With Aiden Markram leading the side and a well-rounded squad featuring stars like Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, and seasoned campaigners like Roelof van der Merwe, they will aim to maintain their dominance.
The Paarl Royals, on the other hand, will look to improve on their 2024 performance, where they reached the Eliminator but suffered a heavy defeat against Joburg Super Kings. Key players like David Miller, Joe Root, and newly acquired Dinesh Karthik add depth to their lineup. The Royals will hope to begin this season with renewed vigor and consistency.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Boland Park is known for assisting both batters and bowlers. With an even bounce and short boundaries, batters can score freely if they get set. Spinners might find some grip as the game progresses. A score of 160-170 could be competitive.
Weather Report
Sunny skies are expected in Paarl, with temperatures around 30°C during the match. There is no rain forecast, ensuring perfect conditions for cricket.
SA20 2025 Match 3 Predicted Playing XI
Paarl Royals: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Mitchell Van Buuren, Joe Root, Sam Hain, David Miller(c), Dinesh Karthik(w), Andile Phehlukwayo, Bjorn Fortuin, Lungi Ngidi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Dayyaan Galiem
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Zak Crawley, Jordan Hermann, Tom Abell, Aiden Markram(c), Tristan Stubbs(w), Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson, Simon Harmer, Richard Gleeson, Roelof van der Merwe, Okuhle Cele
Dream11 Prediction
- Captain: Aiden Markram
- Vice-Captain: David Miller
- Wicketkeepers: Tristan Stubbs, Dinesh Karthik
- Batters: Joe Root, Zak Crawley, David Miller
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen
- Bowlers: Lungi Ngidi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Richard Gleeson
Match Prediction
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape, with their championship-winning pedigree and balanced squad, are favorites to win this match. However, the Paarl Royals have the firepower to spring a surprise if their star players perform well.
Prediction: Sunrisers Eastern Cape to win
Where to Watch SA20 2025
Region-wise Broadcast Details:
- South Africa:Â Supersport Channels: 201, 209, 212, 490 |Â Streaming:Â DStv.com
- India:Â Sports18 2, Star Sports 2 |Â Streaming:Â Disney+ Hotstar
- United Kingdom & Northern Ireland:Â Sky Sports |Â Streaming:Â To be announced
- Australia:Â Fox Sports |Â Streaming:Â To be announced
- South-East Asia & New Zealand:Â Willow |Â Streaming:Â Triller TV
- North America, Caribbean & Continental Europe:Â Willow |Â Streaming:Â Triller TV
- Middle East & North Africa (MENA):Â N/A |Â Streaming:Â Etisalat
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