The stage is set for a high-stakes showdown at Newlands Pretoria Capitals facing the two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the year SA20 2025-26 Final. While the Sunrisers finished top of the league, the Capitals secured their first finals appearance by defeating the Orange Army by 7 wickets in Qualifier 1. This match represents a clash between the clinical consistency of the Sunrisers and the increased pace of the Capitals.
under the shrewd leadership of Keshav MaharajThe Capitals found their rhythm at the perfect time, with silverware becoming a formidable force within reach. Their undisputed X-factor is youth Bryce Parsonshe enters the final with a lot of confidence after a dominant Qualifier performance in which he scored 60 runs and 3/10. It is reinforced by the bubble shape Devald BrewisThe man they call “Baby AB” is fresh off a devastating undefeated 75. Capitals’ bowling unit offers elite tactical discipline; Maharaj’s rotation and Tymal Mills death-bowling options provide the necessary tools to stifle Sunrisers’ aggressive top order.
On the other side of the border Sunrisers Eastern Cape Despite their recent stumble in the qualifiers, they remain the team to beat. captain Tristan Stubbs leads a squad defined by an international pedigree and a battery of lethal speed that thrives under pressure. At the top of the order, Quinton de Kock He was the standout performer of the season with 347 runs and has a unique ability to miss the game within the Powerplay. He is expected to join Jonny Bairstow to provide a lightning-fast explosive platform Anrich Nortje leading the attack. Nortje’s raw pace will be an important weapon on the Newlands surface, which offers the carry and bounce he usually relishes.
PC vs SEC, SA20 2025-26 Final: Match details
- Date and Time: January 25 (Sunday); 21:00 IST / 15:30 GMT / 17:30 Local
- Location: Newlands, Cape Town
Head-to-head record in PC vs SEC, SA20:
Matches played: 10 | Pretoria Capitals won: 5 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape won: 5 | No Results/Closed: 0
Newlands Pitch Report
The Newlands surface for this final is expected to be a balanced masterpiece offering something for everyone under the Cape Town sun. Early on, pacers need to find decent carry and lateral movement, usually rewarded with a pitch that keeps pace in the afternoon. However, as the game progresses, the track is likely to become a corpse paradise where the ball consistently enters the bat, allowing the batsmen to play across the line. Spinners may find some grip, but accuracy will be vital in these relatively short boundaries.
Groups
Pretoria Capitals: Will Smeed, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Shai Hope, Dewald Brevis, Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Bryce Parsons, Jody Yusuf, Gideon Peters, Keshav Maharaj (c), Lungi Ngidi, Tymal Mills, Lizaad Williams, Sibonelo Makhanya, Wihan Lubbe, Keith Dudgeon, Junaid Dawood, Sherfane Rutherford, Jordan Cox, Daniel Smith, Mika eel Prince
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Jonny Bairstow, Quinton de Kock (wk), Tristan Stubbs (c), Lewis Gregory, Matthew Breetzke, Marco Jansen, Patrick Kruger, Senuran Muthusamy, Adam Milne, Anrich Nortje, Chris Wood, Allah Ghazanfar, JP King, Christophermann King, Jordaneurnkeell, Jordankeell, M. James Coles, Beyers Swanepoel, Lutho Sipamla
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PC vs SEC, SA20 2025-26 Final: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape tops the toss
- Pretoria Capitals power play score: 50-60 (6 overs)
- Pretoria Capitals Total Score: 180-190
Case 2:
- Pretoria Capitals go first in the shootout
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape Power Play Score: 55-65 (6 Overs)
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape Total Score: 185-195
Match result: The first bowling team to win the competition
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