The stage is set for a high-stakes rematch at SuperSport Park Pearl Royals face to face Joburg Super Kings in the year SA20 2025-26 Eliminator. Just three days ago, these two sides met in the last league match, where JSK won by a commanding 44 runs to advance to the playoffs. Now the bets are simple: win or go home.
The Royals started the season strong, but ended up in the playoffs with back-to-back losses. Their biggest concern is the captain’s training David Millerwho missed the last game due to injury. In his absence, the middle order looked fragile against spin. Juan-dre PretoriusThe youngster has been a find this season, providing a fast start. If he and And Lawrence Red Centurion can use power on the track, Kings can set a big target. Ottoneil Baartman He was their spearhead with 17 goals. His death bowling will be critical on a Centurion pitch that favors pace and bounce.
JSK is riding a huge wave of confidence. Despite losing key captains Faf du Plessis and Donovan Ferreira they found new heroes due to injuries. James Vince now leading a side that has mastered the must-win script. Leusu doo‘s winning 54* off 27 balls in the last game proved to be the man of the occasion. Veteran Imran Tahir and Prenelan Subrayen He was deadly in the last match, but he will be the focus in Centurion Nandre Burger and Daniel Worrall using extra zip from the surface.
PR vs JSK, SA20 2026 Eliminator: Match details
- Date and Time: January 22; 21:00 IST / 03:30 GMT / 17:30 Local
- Location: SuperSport Park, Centurion
PR vs JSK Head to Head Record in SA20
Matches played: 09 | Paarl Royals won: 04| Joburg Super Kings won: 03 | No result/Closed: 02
SuperSport Park Pitch Report
The pitch at SuperSport Park in Centurion is regarded as one of the fastest and most boisterous surfaces in South Africa. For this Eliminator, pacers can expect significant carry and seam action early, especially under cloudy skies forecast for the evening. However, the ground’s high pitch and lightning speed make the outfield a paradise after the ball loses its initial luster. Spinners usually find limited help here and must use strict discipline to score. A high-scoring thriller is on the cards with an average first innings score of around 180.
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Groups
Pearl Royals: Juan-dre Pretorius (week), The Tribe of Asa, Dan Lawrence, Rubin Hermann, David Miller (c), Delano Potgieter, Sikandar Raza, Bjorn Fortuin, Ngobani Mokoena, Wagar Salamkheil, Ottneil Baartman, Kyle Verreynne, Hardus Viljoen, Okuhle Cele, Ngabayomzi Peter, Vishen Halambage, Thomas Rew, Keagan Lion Cachet
Joburg Super Kings: Neil Timmers (wk), James Vince (c), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Matthew de Villiers, Leus du Plooy, Uyan Mulder, Dian Forrester, Akeal Hosein, Nandre Burger, Prenelan Subrayen, Imran Tahir, Rivaldo Munsamy, Duane Jansen, Daniel Worrall, Rich Wren, Ras Shun Steve Stolk, Janco Smith, Jarren Bacher
PR vs JSK, SA20 2026 Eliminator: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Paarl Royals take the toss first
- Paarl Royals power play score: 50-60
- Paarl Royals Total Score: 180-190
Case 2:
- Joburg Super Kings lead the toss and bat
- Joburg Super Kings power play score: 60-70
- Joburg Super Kings Total Score: 190-200
Match result: The team to bat first to win the competition.
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