Newlands Cape Town Pitch Report For MICT vs SEC SA20 2025 Match
Newlands, Cape Town [Source: @AfricaFactsZone/X]
On Wednesday, MI Cape Town (MICT) will lock horns with Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) in the 25th league stage match of the ongoing SA20 competition. The much-awaited clash will take place at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town.
Led by Rashid Khan, MICT have been ruthless in the tournament, securing the second position with four wins in seven matches. On the other hand, Sunrisers Eastern Cape bounced back remarkably following three crushing defeats. Currently, they are placed third in the points table with four victories in eight attempts.
As two in-form outfits are set to take on each other, let's see how the surface at Newlands in Cape Town will behave throughout the contest.
Newlands Cape Town Stats And Records In SA20 2025
Criterion | Data |
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Matches played | 3 |
Matches won batting 1st | 1 |
Matches won bowling 1st | 2 |
Average 1st innings score | 164.33 |
Average 2nd innings score | 155.33 |
Newlands Cape Town Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?
The average run rate at Newlands in the SA20 this season reads 8.66, suggesting the pitch has offered excellent batting conditions in the tournament. There could be a hint of movement on offer for the new ball bowlers early on, but the wicket will likely become more conducive to stroke play as the game progresses.
The spinners won't likely get significant turn off the deck. As a result, they must be accurate with respect to their lines and lengths to succeed at this venue. Considering the track won't change much with time, and the chasing sides have won two out of three games, the toss-winner will likely field first.
Players To Watch Out For At Newlands Cape Town
Ryan Rickelton
- MICT's swashbuckling opener Ryan Rickelton has been outstanding at this venue, scoring 160 runs, including two fifties, at a blistering strike rate of 181.81, in the SA20 2025. Considering his red-hot form, we reckon he could be a game-changer for his side in this match.
Marco Jansen
- SEC's premier all-rounder Marco Jansen has been one of the most consistent performers for his side in the tournament. Apart from scoring 164 runs, Jansen has bagged 12 wickets, the most for his team.
George Linde
- MICT's spin-bowling all-rounder George Linde has been one of the most reliable picks from his side in the tournament. While he has struck 111 runs at a strike rate of 150, Linde has established himself as a useful bowling option, scalping six wickets.
P.S: Apart from these players, the eyes will be on Rassie van der Dussen, Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Richard Gleeson and Aiden Markram.