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SuperSport Park Centurion Pitch Report For PC vs DSG SA20 2025 Match

Debashis Sarangi∙ Updated: Jan 11 2025, 8:27 PM

SuperSport Park, Centurion [Source: @CricSubhayan/X]SuperSport Park, Centurion [Source: @CricSubhayan/X]

On Sunday, Pretoria Capitals will cross swords against Durban's Super Giants in the fifth league-stage match of the ongoing SA20 competition. The much-awaited match will be played at the iconic SuperSport Park in Centurion. 

Led by Keshav Maharaj, the SuperGiants had a dream start to the tournament, securing a thrilling two-run win over the Capitals in their opening affair. Batting first, Durban posted a massive total of 209 runs, riding on sensational knocks from Bryce Parsons, Kane Williamson and Wiaan Mulder. In response, the Capitals failed to chase the target despite valiant half-centuries from Will Jacks and Rahmanullah Gurbaz. 

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So, this match gives Pretoria Capitals a golden opportunity to redeem themselves and avenge the loss in the first game. As both teams gear up for a cracking contest, let's see how the surface at SuperSport Park in Centurion will behave throughout the match. 

SuperSport Park Centurion Stats And Records In SA20

Criterion
Data
Matches played11
Matches won batting 1st8
Matches won batting 2nd2
No Result1
Average 1st innings score183.72
Average 2nd innings score165.4
Average runs per over9.53


SuperSport Park Centurion Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The surface at SuperSport Park in Centurion is known to offer excellent batting conditions. The track's pace and bounce has historically been enjoyed by batters over the years. There could be a hint of seam movement and extra bounce for the new ball bowlers, but overall, the pitch is expected to be a great one for batting. 

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In fact, teams breached the 200-run mark five times in four completed matches at the venue in SA20 last year. So, expect the batters to dominate the game, while the bowlers will likely have a tough day in this game. Teams batting first have been more successful at SuperSport Park in SA20; so, the toss-winner might opt to bat first. 

Players To Watch Out For At SuperSport Park Centurion

Will Jacks

  • England's explosive batter Will Jacks is the most successful batter at this venue in SA20 with 311 runs at an average of 51.83 and a blistering strike rate of 208.72. He smashed a magnificent fifty in the last game and could once again be a crucial player for the Capitals against DSG. 

James Neesham

  • Although James Neesham had an off day the other night, he might turn things around with his all-round prowess in this match. Neesham is statistically the most successful bowler at this venue in SA20 with 12 wickets at a healthy strike rate of 10. As it will likely be a batting track, Neesham's big-hitting ability and bowling variations could be useful in this game. 

Matthew Breetzke

  • Swashbuckling top order batter Matthew Breetzke provided DSG with a brisk start, scoring a quick-fire 33-run knock in the last game. As the Capitals don't have a lethal bowling attack, Breetzke could be a game-changer if he converts his start into a significant score. 

P.S: Apart from the aforementioned names, the eyes will be on Senuran Muthusamy, Heinrich Klaasen, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Dwaine Pretorius and Naveen-ul-Haq.