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JSK vs PR Dream11 Prediction: 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices For Match 26 Of SA20 2025

Arnav Chopra

Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Lutho Sipamla (Source: @paarlroyals/X.com, @JSKSA20/X.com)Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Lutho Sipamla (Source: @paarlroyals/X.com, @JSKSA20/X.com)

With qualification on the line, Joburg Super Kings (JSK) are bracing up to face Paarl Royals (PR) in the SA20 2025 Match 26, to be played in Joburg's den at the Wanderers Stadium. The much-anticipated clash will take place on 30th January from 9 PM IST, so therefore, let's look at the players who can leave an impact in this game.

Rocked by the Pretoria Capitals in their last game, Joburg Super Kings are still at 4th position after playing eight matches with 15 points to their name, while one of their games was abandoned due to rain. They have won the remaining three and lost four so far. Led by Faf Du Plessis, JSK received a thumping from the Capitals, who didn't even let them score 100 runs as the Joburg-based side managed just 99 on the board for the loss of nine wickets, which was ultimately chased by Pretoria, that too in just 12 overs, hence, earning a bonus point. 

JSK's batting faltered badly as none of the batters were able to spend time in the middle whereas from the bowlers, Lutho Sipamla picked three wickets for 26 runs in his four overs. This game will be very crucial for them, considering a win can potentially take them to the playoffs, whereas a loss can cause them immense trouble.

Conversely, right at the top of the table are the Paarl Royals, who have 28 points to the name from eight games, as they have won seven of them and lost just one so far. Their performance has been consistent, with great tactics and skills coming into play. 

All the players have put in the effort to perform at different junctures and bring their best out for their side when needed. They are here after a win against Durban's Super Giants, whom they defeated by just one delivery to spare as they chased down 144 courtesy of Lhuan-dre Pretorius (43 off 29) and Rubin Hermann's (59 off 51) special effort with the bat while Bjorn Fortuin (2/20), Kwena Maphaka (2/22), Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (1/26) and Dunith Wellalage (1/24) have been exceptional with the ball. They have already qualified and will be playing to solidify their position at the top.

Wanderers Stadium - Pitch Report For Match 26 Of SA20 2025

The pitch at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg has been excellent for pacers, who have received quite a lot of support with extra pace, bounce and seam movement on offer throughout the game. Batting is a bit challenging in the first half, but the pitch relatively gets better as the match progresses. Spinners do not get much from the surface and will have to bowl tight lines to ensure runs don't flow easily. Due to its high altitude, the ball travels in Joburg, meaning any good hit will cross the boundary without much problem. As batting gets easier in the second innings, chasing is generally preferred. Therefore, the team winning the toss will likely choose to bowl first, whereas the average score is expected to be in the range of 180 to 190.

Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices For JSK vs PR:

1. Lhuan-dre Pretorius

The highest run scorer in the SA20 so far, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, is an exceptional talent with immense skill who has impressed everyone with his flamboyant batting at the top of the order for Paarl Royals. Pretorius has amassed 301 runs in the tournament so far at an impressive strike rate of 172, while his average is 37.62 in 8 matches.

The 18-year-old left-hander takes on the opposition bowlers right from the beginning, building momentum in the powerplay and providing a solid platform for his side to score with ease, as they already have a good start. He has two great scores of 97 and 83 behind him, while in the previous game, he scored a fluent 43 against Durban's Super Giants.

2. Lutho Sipamla

Came in as a replacement bowler for Joburg Super Kings after a plethora of injuries hampered their campaign, Lutho Sipamla has now emerged as the strike bowler for his side with eight wickets in six games at an economy of 7.48 while maintaining an average of 18.87. Sipamla has bowled exceptional spells in the last two games, with figures of 3/13 and 3/26 in the games against SunRisers and Capitals, respectively.

The right-arm pacer has featured in 75 matches so far in his T20 career, picking up 78 wickets at an economy rate of 8.64, making him a great option as captain or vice-captain of the side, considering the conditions at the Wanderers Stadium.

3. Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Afghanistan's Mujeeb Ur Rahman is the highest wicket-taker in the tournament with 13 scalps to his name in 8 matches at an outstanding economy rate of 6.75, as he boasts an average of 16.61. Mujeeb's off-spin has often caused problems for the batters who are unable to read him from the hand as he keeps a tight line, not giving them much room to play their shots.

He is a wily customer who can deceive the batters with his mystery off-break bowling while mixing leg-breaks to his armoury without making any subtle changes to his action. With 274 wickets to his name in his T20 career, Mujeeb is the right person to be made captain or vice-captain of the side.