SEC vs PR Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s SA20 2025 Match 28 Between Eastern Cape and Royals?
Sunrisers Eastern Cape to face Paarl Royals next in SA20 [Source: @SunrisersEC, @paarlroyals/X.com]
Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Paarl Royals will clash in the 28th fixture of SA20 2025 season. The matchup is scheduled for February 1 on St George's Park in Gqeberha starting from 4.30 PM IST.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Sunrisers Eastern Cape will look to rebound from the disappointing 10-wicket loss against MI Cape Town. Their qualification chances have been jeopardised, but there is still hope for them as other teams such as Pretoria Capitals have also dropped points. The pressure would mount on them, and a win would ensure their survival to reach the Eliminator.
Paarl Royals
The Paarl Royals have already qualified through Qualifier 1 and may look to try some combinations or take it easy in this game. But their recent form, especially a convincing 9-wicket win over Sunrisers earlier in the season, makes them a strong favourite for this matchup. With top performances from both their batting and bowling units, they have the potential to dominate this fixture once again.
SEC vs PR: Head to head in SA20
Matches | Sunrisers Eastern Cape Won | Paarl Royals Won | No Result |
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5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
How will the St George's Park pitch behave?
St George’s Park’s pitch offers a bowler-friendly pitch, which is likely to provide good bounce and swing for fast bowlers. Batsmen will have to be careful in the initial overs as they will not want to get out to the swinging deliveries from the pacers. While the spinners might struggle to make an impact, the surface maintains a fair contest between bat and ball.
Players to watch out for in SEC vs PR Match 28
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Aiden Markram: The skipper has been a consistent performer for Sunrisers Eastern Cape, amassing 253 runs in 9 matches at an average of 36.14 and a strike rate of 130.41.
Marco Jansen: He has been a standout bowler for Sunrisers Eastern Cape, taking 12 wickets in 9 matches. Jansen’s pace and bounce have troubled many top-order batsmen, and his ability to pick up key wickets has been vital for his team.
Richard Gleeson: The bowler has picked 11 wickets in 9 matches with an average of 20. Gleeson’s ability to bowl tight spells and pick up key wickets makes him a crucial part of his team’s bowling attack.
Paarl Royals
Joe Root: Joe Root has been great this season, scoring 279 runs in 8 matches with a magnificent average of 55.8 and a strike rate of 140. The all-rounder has made all the difference to his side with his 5 wickets in the tournament as well.
Lhuan-dre Pretorius: He has been the standout performer for Paarl Royals, accumulating 301 runs in 8 innings with an average of 37.62. Pretorius will be the key for Royals, looking to hold their winning streak into a good close of the season.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman: He has been one of the regular bowlers for the Royals. He took 13 wickets in the last 8 matches. The mystery spin and his ability to break partnerships have helped him much.
Today’s Match Prediction SEC vs PR Match 28
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Marco Jansen, Richard Gleeson, Aiden Markram
Paarl Royals: Joe Root, David Miller, Mujeeb Ur Rahman
SEC vs PR Match 28 Predicted Score
Predicted First Innings Score: 165-165 runs
Predicted Second Innings Score: 165-170 runs