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Royals Edge MI Cape Town in Thriller
4 Jan
Summary
- MI Cape Town remains winless this SA20 season.
- Paarl Royals secured a narrow one-run victory.
- Newlands pitch may favor spin bowlers later.
Match 13 of SA20 2025-26 will see MI Cape Town (MICT) face the Paarl Royals (PR) at Newlands, Cape Town, on January 4. The Royals narrowly defeated MICT by one run in their previous encounter. MI Cape Town has yet to secure a victory this season, having suffered significant losses and a washed-out match.
The Paarl Royals, led by David Miller, have shown resilience after an initial heavy defeat. They bounced back with a five-wicket win. Lhuan-dre Pretorius was a standout performer in their recent match, scoring an unbeaten 98. Rashid Khan also contributed with two wickets, signaling his return to form.
The Newlands pitch has historically favored batting second, but recent matches suggest a shift. Teams batting first have won both SA20 games played here this season. The pitch is expected to slow down, potentially benefiting spin bowlers as the game progresses, making for an intriguing contest.
