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Match 17, Gqeberha, January 22, 2025, 09:00 PM
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
149/7(20.0ov)
Pretoria Capitals
97/10(16.3ov)
Sunrisers Eastern Cape beat Pretoria Capitals by 52 runs
SEC 100%
Tie 0%
PC 0%
Right then, that is it from this entertaining game where Sunrisers Eastern Cape get the better of Pretoria Capitals and avenge their deafet earlier this season. Next up in the SA20 2025 is a big clash between Durban's Super Giants and Paarl Royals on 23rd January, Thursday. That will be begin at 9 pm IST (3.30 pm GMT), but as you know, you can always join us early for all the build-up to the match. Until then, cheers and goodbye!
Aiden Markram, the victorious skipper of Sunrisers Eastern Cape is also the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his excellent knock. He says it felt tough on this wicket. Adds that the odd one bounced a bit and as the innings went deep it was sticking to the surface as well. Mentions that after losing a few wickets in the Powerplay, he wanted to take his time and take it deep, and thankfully it worked for them. Says that the chat with Jansen was to keep the scoreboard ticking and not go big until the last few overs. Further adds that Jansen just keeps getting better and better and not only for them, it is great for Cricket South Africa as well. Tells that he has a cool and calm head, but inside he is a fierce competitor. Acknowledges the band and the crowd and says that it is always a pleasure to play in front of the home fans as they support them no matter what.
Rilee Rossouw, the captain of Pretoria Capitals says they thought that 150 would be a good target to chase for them, and they did all the right things in the bowling inning, but unfortunately their batting was poor. He continues that they always go with the instinct regarding the chase, about when to push hard and when to anchor the inning, but they have to stop losing wickets in clusters. Ends up saying they need to win two or three games and they will be good to qualify, and he wants his team to stick to the plan and trust the process.
Presentation Time...
Earlier in the game, Sunrisers Eastern Cape posted a fighting total, led by skipper Aiden Markram’s brilliant unbeaten 68 off 55, with key support from Marco Jansen and Liam Dawson. For the Pretoria Capitals, Eathan Bosch impressed with three wickets, while Will Jacks and others chipped in, but they lost the plot in the final two overs that proved to be costly. Chasing 150, PC’s top order crumbled under pressure, with seven single-digit scores derailing their hopes. Only youngsters Marques Ackerman and Keagan Lion-Cachet showed resilience, but a crushing 52-run defeat was inevitable in the end!
The defending champions carried their batting momentum straight into their bowling! Marco Jansen set the tone with a wicket in the first over, adding two more in a fiery Powerplay alongside Richard Gleeson. After a brief partnership, Liam Dawson took charge, ripping through the middle order with three quick strikes, supported by Simon Harmer’s brilliance. Jansen capped off his stellar spell with figures of 4-0-13-4, and Ottneil Baartman sealed the deal, delivering a thumping victory for the champions!
Sunrisers Eastern Cape make it three in a row, and they’re doing it in style! With bonus points in every win, this team continues to showcase the grit, determination, and champion mentality that’s made them two-time titleholders. Time and again, they thrive under pressure, turning tough moments into triumphs and proving why they’re a force to be reckoned with!
In over# 17
0W
2
0
Ottneil Baartman 15/1(2.3)
OUT! CASTLED! All done and dusted! Ottneil Baartman finishes the job with this wicket. He bowls a touch fuller, pitching it just outside off, around the sixth stump and angles it in. Eathan Bosch backs away and attempts to slash at it, but the delivery sneaks past the outer edge and rattles the off stump. Sunrisers Eastern Cape wins by 52 runs!
16.3
W
OUT! CASTLED! All done and dusted! Ottneil Baartman finishes the job with this wicket. He bowls a touch fuller, pitching it just outside off, around the sixth stump and angles it in. Eathan Bosch backs away and attempts to slash at it, but the delivery sneaks past the outer edge and rattles the off stump. Sunrisers Eastern Cape wins by 52 runs!
16.2
2
On a length, on middle. Eathan Bosch pushes it towards long on and gets a double.
16.1
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Fuller delivery, wide outside off. Eathan Bosch looks to lash it away bu misses.
Jason Behrendorff is the last man in.
In over# 16
0W
1
4
0
1
0
Marco Jansen 13/4(4)
OUT! IN THE AIR... TAKEN! Marco Jansen strikes once again and gets his fourth wicket! He bowls on a good length, on middle and shapes it in towards the leg stump. Senuran Muthusamy looks to flick it away without much foot movement or backlift. The ball connects with the upper part of his willow and ballons towards the deep backward square leg region. Zak Crawley settles, gets under the skier and reverse cup the catch safely into his hands. Sunrisers Eastern Cape one wicket away from the win now!
15.6
W
OUT! IN THE AIR... TAKEN! Marco Jansen strikes once again and gets his fourth wicket! He bowls on a good length, on middle and shapes it in towards the leg stump. Senuran Muthusamy looks to flick it away without much foot movement or backlift. The ball connects with the upper part of his willow and ballons towards the deep backward square leg region. Zak Crawley settles, gets under the skier and reverse cup the catch safely into his hands. Sunrisers Eastern Cape one wicket away from the win now!
15.5
1
On a length, on off. Eathan Bosch cuts it towards point.
15.4
4
FOUR! Excellent placement! Marco Jansen bowls on a length, on leg. Eathan Bosch pulls half-heartedly but uses his wrist to roll it towards far right of the deep backward square leg fielder.
15.3
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On a length, on leg and middle. Eathan Bosch looks to dab it down but the ball loops towards the front of the point fielder after getting the connection.
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