The stage is set for a high-stakes showdown at Newlands pretoria capitals face the two-time champion Sunrisers Eastern Cape In SA20 2025-26 Final. While Sunrisers dominated the league stage to finish on top, Capitals defeated the “Orange Army” by 7 wickets in Qualifier 1 to ensure their maiden final appearance. The match represents a clash between Sunrisers’ clinical consistency and the Capitals’ surging pace.
under the able leadership of Keshav MaharajCapitals have found their rhythm at the right time, turning into a formidable force as silverware comes within reach. His undeniable X-factor is youth bryce parsonsJoe enters the final with great confidence after an impressive qualifier performance, where he contributed 60 runs and took 3/10. They have been boosted by the explosive form of dewald brevisThe man they call “Baby AB” who comes in with a devastating unbeaten 75. Apart from the batting fireworks, the Capitals’ bowling unit offers distinctive tactical discipline; Maharaj’s spin and Tymal Mills’ The death-bowling variations provide the necessary tools to stop Sunrisers’ aggressive top order.
On the other side of the border, Sunrisers Eastern Cape Despite their recent defeat in the qualifiers, they remain the team to beat. 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 best performer with 347 runs, with a unique ability to snatch games within the powerplay. expected to attend jonny bairstow To provide an explosive platform, while lightning fast Enrique Nortje Leads the attack. Nortje’s raw pace will be a vital weapon on a Newlands surface that typically provides the carry and bounce he enjoys.
PC vs SEC, SA20 2025-26 Final: Match Details
- date and time: 25 January (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 in the Cape Town sunshine. Initially, fast bowlers should find good carry and lateral movement, which will benefit a pitch that generally maintains its pace throughout the afternoon. However, as the game progresses, the track potentially becomes a batsman’s paradise with the ball consistently hitting the bat, allowing the batsmen to play through the line. The spinners may get some hold, but accuracy will be key on these relatively short ranges.
squads
pretoria capitals: Will Smeed, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Shai Hope, Dewald Brewis, Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Bryce Parsons, Kodi Joseph, Gideon Peters, Keshav Maharaj (c), Lungi Ngidi, Tymal Mills, Lizaad Williams, Sibonelo Makhanya, Vihaan Lubbe, Keith Dudgeon, Junaid Dawood, Sherfane Rutherford, Jordan Cox, Daniel Smith, Micah Eel Prince
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Jonny Bairstow, Quinton de Kock (wk), Tristan Stubbs (c), Lewis Gregory, Matthew Bretzke, Marco Janssen, Patrick Kruger, Senuran Muthusamy, Adam Milne, Anrich Nortje, Chris Wood, Allah Ghazanfar, JP King, Christopher King, Jordan Harman, Mitchell Van Buuren, Tharindu Rathnayake, James Coles, Beyers Swanepoel, Lutho Sipamla
See also: Mathieu Britzke delivers a powerful blow to dismiss Dewald Brevis in SA20 2026
PC vs SEC, SA20 2025-26 Final: Today Match Prediction
Case 1:
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape won the toss and bowled first
- Pretoria Capitals Powerplay Score: 50-60 (6 Overs)
- Pretoria Capitals Total Score: 180-190
Case 2:
- Pretoria Capitals won the toss and bowled first
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s powerplay score: 55-65 (6 overs)
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape total score: 185-195
Match result: The team that bowls first wins the competition.