Sunrisers Eastern Cape will face MI Cape Town in Match 29 of the SA20 2025-26 on January 18, 2026, at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. This is the final league match for both teams and carries massive playoff implications.
Both teams have quality players in their squads. Sunrisers Eastern Cape feature stars like Quinton de Kock, Marco Jansen, and Anrich Nortje. MI Cape Town relies on Ryan Rickelton, Trent Boult, and Kieron Pollard to deliver match-winning performances. This match promises to be a blockbuster encounter.
This article gives you a detailed Dream11 prediction, match details, head-to-head records, and key players for this SA20 clash.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs MI Cape Town Match 29 Preview
St George’s Park in Gqeberha will host Match 29 of the SA20 2025-26. The game starts at 3:30 PM Local Time (7:00 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT).
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs MI Cape Town, Match 29 |
| Date | 18 January 2026 |
| Time | 3:30 PM Local / 7:00 PM IST / 1:30 PM GMT |
| Venue | St George’s Park, Gqeberha |
| Series | SA20 2025-26 (Season 4) |
This is the final league match for both teams. Sunrisers have already qualified for the playoffs, while MI Cape Town need a win to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. MICT are fighting with Joburg Super Kings and Durban’s Super Giants for the fourth and final playoff spot.
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Variable surface – can be tricky to read |
| Average Score | 150-155 runs (SA20 2026 at this venue) |
| Favors | Pace bowlers who hit the deck |
| Surface | Offers pace and bounce, can be two-paced at times |
| Boundaries | Square boundaries around 65m |
| Toss Factor | Teams batting first have won 60% of matches here |
St George’s Park has been an unpredictable surface this season. The average first innings score stands around 150, suggesting batters need to work for their runs. Fast bowlers who hit the deck can exploit the pace and bounce, while spinners generally find it tougher. The pitch can slow down in the second innings, making batting first the preferred option.
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Around 22-26°C expected |
| Humidity | Moderate humidity |
| Wind Speed | Light coastal breeze expected |
| Rain Chance | Low chance of rain |
| Overall | Pleasant summer afternoon, good for cricket |
Toss Prediction
Winning the toss will be crucial in this high-stakes clash. Teams batting first have won around 60% of matches at St George’s Park this season.
The captain winning the toss will likely choose to bat first and set a challenging total.
Team News & Injury Updates
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: No injury concern
MI Cape Town: Must Win – Sitting 5th with 14 points from 9 matches (3 wins, 5 losses, 1 no result). Need a win to keep playoff hopes alive. Rashid Khan left SA20 to captain Afghanistan in the T20I series against West Indies ahead of the T20 World Cup. His absence is a massive blow. Kieron Pollard replaced Rashid Khan as an international player. The West Indies legend is just 101 runs shy of overtaking Chris Gayle as the all-time leading T20 run-scorer.
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SEC vs MICT Head-to-Head Records
Sunrisers Eastern Cape and MI Cape Town have faced each other multiple times in SA20 history.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 9 (including SA20 finals) |
| MI Cape Town Win | 5 |
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape Win | 4 |
MI Cape Town have a slight edge in head-to-head, winning 5 out of 9 encounters, including the SA20 2025 final, where they crushed Sunrisers by 76 runs to claim their maiden title.
Last Five Matches
- MI Cape Town won by 3 wickets (with 4 balls remaining) 16-Jan-2026
- MI Cape Town won by 76 runs 08-Feb-2025
- MI Cape Town won by 10 wickets (with 54 balls remaining) 29-Jan-2025
- MI Cape Town won by 97 runs 09-Jan-2025
- Sunrisers won by 4 runs, 27-Jan-2024
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton (MICT) | SA20 leading run-scorer with 335 runs at SR 162.62, two centuries |
| Quinton de Kock (SEC) | 272 runs at an average of 45.33, consistent at the top |
| Trent Boult (MICT) | Found his form with 3/28 in the last match, dangerous with the new ball |
| Anrich Nortje (SEC) | 13 wickets at an average of 13.61, pace, and accuracy |
| Marco Jansen (SEC) | Outstanding all-rounder – 42 off 23 in the last match, takes key wickets |
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