The stage is set at Newlands for a high-stakes showdown as the Pretoria Capitals face the two-time champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20 2025-26 Final. While the Sunrisers dominated the league stage to finish on top, the Capitals secured their maiden final appearance by defeating the “Orange Army” by 7 wickets in Qualifier 1. This match represents a clash between the clinical consistency of the Sunrisers and the surging momentum of the Capitals.

Under the astute leadership of Keshav Maharaj, the Capitals have found their rhythm at the perfect time, transforming into a formidable force just as the silverware comes within reach. Their undisputed X-factor is the young Bryce Parsons, who enters the final with massive confidence after a dominant Qualifier performance where he contributed 60 runs and snatched 3/10. He is bolstered by the blistering form of Dewald Brevis, the man they call “Baby AB,” who arrives fresh off a destructive unbeaten 75. Beyond the batting fireworks, the Capitals’ bowling unit offers elite tactical discipline; Maharaj’s spin and Tymal Mills’ death-bowling variations provide the necessary tools to choke the Sunrisers’ aggressive top order.

On the other side of the boundary, the Sunrisers Eastern Cape remain the team to beat despite their recent stumble in the Qualifier. Captain Tristan Stubbs leads a squad defined by international pedigree and a lethal pace battery that thrives under pressure. At the top of the order, Quinton de Kock has been the season’s standout performer with 347 runs, possessing the unique ability to snatch the game away within the Powerplay. He is expected to be joined by Jonny Bairstow to provide an explosive platform, while the lightning-fast Anrich Nortje spearheads the attack. Nortje’s raw pace will be a vital weapon on a Newlands surface that typically offers the carry and bounce he relishes.

PC vs SEC, SA20 2025-26 Final: Match details

• Date and Time: January 25 (Sunday); 9:00 pm IST / 03:30 pm GMT / 5:30 pm Local
• Venue: Newlands, Cape Town

PC vs SEC, Head-to-Head Record in SA20:

Matches played: 10 | Pretoria Capitals won: 5 | Sunrisers Eastern Cape won: 5 | No result/Tied: 0

Newlands Pitch Report

The Newlands surface for this final is expected to be a balanced masterpiece, offering something for everyone under the Cape Town sun. Early on, the pacers should find decent carry and lateral movement, rewarded by a pitch that typically retains its pace in the afternoon. However, as the game progresses, the track likely settles into a batter’s paradise where the ball comes onto the bat consistently, allowing batters to play through the line. Spinners may find some grip, but precision will be vital on these relatively short boundaries.

Squads

Pretoria Capitals: Will Smeed, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Shai Hope, Dewald Brevis, Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Bryce Parsons, Codi Yusuf, Gideon Peters, Keshav Maharaj (c), Lungi Ngidi, Tymal Mills, Lizaad Williams, Sibonelo Makhanya, Wihan Lubbe, Keith Dudgeon, Junaid Dawood, Sherfane Rutherford, Jordan Cox, Daniel Smith, Meeka eel Prince

Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Jonny Bairstow, Quinton de Kock (wk), Tristan Stubbs (c), Lewis Gregory, Matthew Breetzke, Marco Jansen, Patrick Kruger, Senuran Muthusamy, Adam Milne, Anrich Nortje, Chris Wood, Allah Ghazanfar, JP King, Christopher King, Jordan Hermann, Mitchell Van Buuren, Tharindu Rathnayake, James Coles, Beyers Swanepoel, Lutho Sipamla

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PC vs SEC, SA20 2025-26 Final: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• Sunrisers Eastern Cape wins the toss and bowls first
• Pretoria Capitals’ powerplay score: 50-60 (6 overs)
• Pretoria Capitals’ total score: 180-190

Case 2:

• Pretoria Capitals wins the toss and bowls first
• Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s powerplay score: 55-65 (6 overs)
• Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s total score: 185-195

Match result: Team bowling first to win the contest

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