SuperSport Park, Centurion [Source: @ProteasMenCSA/X]
Pretoria Capitals will cross swords against MI Cape Town in the 27th league stage match of the ongoing SA20 season. The much-awaited clash is scheduled at SuperSport Park in Centurion.
Led by Kyle Verrynne, Pretoria Capitals defeated Joburg Super Kings by six wickets in their previous encounter. Currently, they are reeling at fifth position with two wins in eight appearances. On the other hand, MI Cape Town have been exceptional as a unit, winning five out of eight matches. They have qualified for the playoffs and will start as the firm favourites to win this contest.
As both teams prepare to take on each other, let's see how the surface at SuperSport Park in Centurion will behave throughout the contest.
SuperSport Park Centurion Stats And Records In SA20 2025
Criterion | Data |
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Matches played | 3 |
Matches won batting 1st | 0 |
Matches won bowling 1st | 3 |
Average 1st innings score | 141.34 |
Average 2nd innings score | 142.67 |
SuperSport Park Centurion Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?
The surface at SuperSport Park in Centurion generally favours the batters. But the venue has witnessed two low-scoring affairs, with teams failing to breach the 120-run mark. However, as the second game witnessed 200-plus totals from both sides, we can expect a balanced contest between bat and ball.
The fast bowlers have bagged 26 out of 34 wickets at this venue in the SA20 this season. So, batters and pacers who hit the hard length will be crucial from the fantasy point of view. Considering the chasing sides have emerged victorious on three consecutive occasions, the toss-winning side might opt to bowl first.
Players To Watch Out For At SuperSport Park Centurion
Marques Ackerman
- Delhi Capitals' talented middle order batter Marques Ackerman played a valuable cameo of 39 runs in the last game. The left-handed batter averages 84 and has struck at 147.36 at this venue and might play a key role for his team.
Ryan Rickelton
- MICT's opening batter Ryan Rickelton is in sublime form. The batter has struck three flamboyant fifties, amassing 237 runs at a blistering strike rate of 178.19 in the ongoing SA20 season. So, considering his red-hot form, we expect Rickelton to emerge as a crucial player.
Kagiso Rabada
- MICT's premier pacer Kagiso Rabada looked impressive in the last game, scalping two key wickets for his side. Rabada could utilise Centurion's bounce and can be a threat to the Capitals' batting order.
P.S: Apart from these players, the eyes will be on Corbin Bosch, Will Jacks, Rassie van der Dussen, Trent Boult and Migael Pretorius.