Sunrisers Eastern Cape will face Durban Super Giants in the 21st match of the SA20 2025–26 season. The exciting game is set for 09:00 PM IST on Sunday, 11 January, at St George’s Park.
Durban Super Giants come into this game after a win over Pretoria Capitals, though their previous match against SEC on 9 January 2026 was abandoned due to rain. With only one victory from seven matches, they are currently at the bottom of the points table and will want to build on their recent performances to improve their position.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape, in contrast, are at the top of the table and aim to maintain their strong momentum as they move closer to the playoffs. This preview includes head-to-head stats and the Dream11 prediction for Match 21 of SA20 2025–26.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban Super Giants Match Preview
On their home field, Sunrisers Eastern Cape will be a tough competitor. The Orange Army’s energy and spirit will make the match thrilling. Durban Super Giants, whose last game against SEC on 9 January 2026 was called off because of rain, must face these challenges to remain competitive and maintain their chances.
| Match | Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban Super Giants, Match 21 |
| Date | 11 January 2026 |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST / 05:30 PM Local |
| Venue | St George’s Park, Gqeberha |
| Tournament | Betway SA20 2025-26 (Season 4) |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Bowling-friendly with good bounce on offer. |
| Average Score | 140-160 runs T20 matches. |
| Favours | Team batting first. |
| Surface | Extra bounce and movement for pacers. |
| SA20 Records | Teams batting first have won more games; scores over 170 possible. |
| Key Factor | Bounce and early seam movement help quick bowlers; batting depth vital. |
| Run Rate | Around 8+ runs per over. |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 25–26 °C, comfortable evening. |
| Humidity | Moderate. |
| Wind Speed | Light to moderate breeze. |
| Rain Chance | Very low, mostly clear skies. |
| Overall | Warm and ideal for uninterrupted T20 action. |
Toss Prediction
At St George’s Park, the surface usually helps fast bowlers early on, which makes batting difficult at first. Teams often choose to bat first after winning the toss to set a good total.
The pitch is likely to slow down and become harder for batters in the second innings. Therefore, the captain who wins the toss might decide to bat first and score runs.
Dream 11 Team For SEC vs DSG
Injury Updates
Sunrisers Eastern Cape – There are no major injury concerns reported for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape ahead of this game. Their key players, including Quinton de Kock, Jonny Bairstow, and seam attack led by Anrich Nortje and Adam Milne, are all available and expected to play, strengthening their balanced lineup.
Durban Super Giants – Similarly, the Durban Super Giants have no confirmed injury news for this match, and their core squad featuring Jos Buttler, Simon Harmer, and Evan Jones is expected to be fit and available, giving them full strength for this important encounter.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban Super Giants Head to Head Stats
After playing eight matches in SA20 seasons, Sunrisers Eastern Cape are dominating the head-to-head record against Durban Super Giants, with 6 wins and 1 match ending in no result. The Durban side has managed to win only 1 match in their encounters so far.
Last Five Matches
- Match abandoned due to rain – 09 January 2026
- SEC won by 6 wickets – 19 January 2025
- SEC won by 58 runs – 17 January 2025
- SEC won by 5 wickets – 20 January 2024
- DSG won by 35 runs – 13 January 2024
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock (Captain) | In-form opener for Sunrisers, scoring consistently at a high strike rate. |
| Aiden Markram (Vice Captain) | Reliable top-order batter who anchors innings and accelerates when required. |
| Marco Jansen | Tall left-arm pacer, extra bounce, also contributes handy lower-order runs. |
| Jos Buttler | Explosive opener for Durban, capable of turning the game single-handedly. |
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