The excitement of the SA20 2025 season is palpable, with fans eagerly anticipating the clash between MI Cape Town and the defending champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape. As the first match unfolded at St George’s Park, cricket enthusiasts were treated to a thrilling display of talent, particularly from MI Cape Town’s new signing, Trent Boult. The Kiwi pacer made an immediate im?pact on his debut, delighting fans? and setting the tone for what promises to be an exhilarating season.

MI Cape Town sets a formidable target for Sunrisers Eastern Cape

The atmosphere at St George’s Park was electric as both teams prepared for battle. Sunrisers Eastern Cape, led by captain Aiden Markram, won the toss and opted to bowl first. This decision initially seemed strategic; however, MI Cape Town had other plans. Dewald Brevis emerged as a standout performer for MI Cape Town, scoring a blistering 57 runs off just 29 balls, propelling his team to a competitive total of 174 runs after 20 overs. His innings provided a solid foundation for MI Cape Town, but it was Boult’s bowling that truly stole the spotlight.

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Trent Boult strikes with a two-wicket maiden

Boult’s introduction to the bowling attack marked a pivotal moment in the match. In the third over of Sunrisers’ innings, Boult showcased his exceptional skill by taking two wickets in consecutive deliveries. First, he dismissed Zak Crawley with a delivery that rattled the stumps, leaving the batter stunned. The very next ball saw Boult take a brilliant reflex catch off his own bowling to send Tom Abell back to the pavilion. These early breakthroughs not only put Sunrisers on the back foot but also ignited the MI Cape Town supporters’ hopes for victory.

Boult’s ability to strike early is a testament to his experience and prowess as a fast bowler. Known for his left-arm pace and swing, he has been a formidable force in international cricket. His performance on debut not only delighted MI fans but also reassured the management who had invested �2.50 crore in him during the IPL ??auction.

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A promising start for MI Cape Town

With Boult’s early wickets creating pressure on Sunrisers Eastern Cape, MI Cape Town capitalized on this momentum throughout the innings. The combination of Boult and fellow pacer Kagiso Rabada proved lethal with a storm of Delano Potgieter, who picked up a five-wicket haul, as they consistently troubled the batters with their pace and precision. The Sunrisers stru?ggled to build partnerships, ultimately falling short of the target set by a huge margin of 97 runs, getting bundled for a meagre 77 runs.

This match marked a significant turnaround for MI Cape Town, who had faced challenges in previous seasons. Coach Robin Peterson’s strategy of ??incorporating experienced players like Boult and Rabada appears to ?be paying off early in the tournament.

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The SA20 2025 season kicks off on January 09 with an exciting match between Sunrisers Eastern Cape and MI Cape Town at St George’s Park, Gqeberha. This opening clash promises to be thrilling as the defending champions, Sunrisers, aim for a historic third consecutive title. Led by Aiden Markram, the Sunrisers boast a strong local core with key players like Marco Jansen, Tristan Stubbs, Zak Crawley, and David Bedingham. Their squad has been bolstered by new signings such as Craig Overton and Richard Gleeson, enhanc??ing both their batting and bowling capabiliti??es.

On the other hand, MI Cape Town, captained by Rashid Khan, are eager to improve from their previous seasons where they finished at the bottom of the table. With a formidable bowling attack featuring Trent Boult and Kagiso Rabada, MI Cape Town aim to make a strong statement in this match. Key players like Dewald Brevis and Reeza Hendricks will also be crucial in their quest for victory.

SA20|2025, Match 01:

• Date and time: January 09, 03:30 pm GMT/ 09:00 pm IST/ 05:30 pm local
• Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha

St George’s Park Pitch Report:

The pitch at St George’s Park, Gqeberha, is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Traditionally, it provides good pace and bounce, favouring fast bowlers initially, especially with the new ball. As the match progresses, batters can settle in and score runs, particularly if they can negotiate the early overs. Spin may come into play later in the innings, making it essential for teams to have quality spinners in their line-ups. Overall, a score of around 160-180 could be competitive, depending on how the pitch behaves under match conditions.

SEC vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicket-keepers: Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs
• Batters: Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Tom Abell
• All-rounders: Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai
• Bowlers: Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan

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SEC vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Tristan Stubbs (c), Rashid Khan (vc)
• Choice 2: Trent Boult (c), Marco Jansen (vc)

SEC vs MICT Dream11 Prediction Backups:

George Linde?, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson, Dewald Brevis

SEC vs MICT Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 09, 3:30 pm GMT):

Squads:

Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Tom Abell, Okuhle Cele, David Bedingham, Ottneil Baartman, Zak Crawley, Liam Dawson, Richard Gleeson, Simon Harmer, Jordan Hermann, Marco Jansen, Patrick Kruger, Aiden Mar??kram (c), Craig Overton, Caleb Seleka, Andile Simelane, Daniel Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Beyers Swanepoel, Roelof van der Merwe

Mi Cape Town: Chris Benjamin, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Dewald Brevis, Connor Esterhuizen, Reeza Hendricks, Colin Ingram, Thomas Kaber, Rashid Khan (c), George Linde, Tristan Luus, Azmatullah Omarzai, Dane Piedt, Delano Potgieter, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Nuwan Thus??hara, Rassie van der Dussen

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