The SA20 2025-26 has reached its grand finale, and fittingly, the top two teams of the league stage will battle it out for the title. Pretoria Capitals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape are set to clash in what promises to be a high-quality and high-pressure final.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape, the two-time champions, booked their place in the final with a dominant win in Qualifier 2, crushing Paarl Royals and reaching their fourth consecutive SA20 final. On the other hand, Pretoria Capitals finished top of the points table and sealed their final spot by winning Qualifier 1, earning a valuable rest before the big game.
The SA20 2025-26 Final will be played at Newlands, Cape Town, on Sunday evening, where conditions usually support both batters and fast bowlers. With both teams in strong form, fans can expect a closely fought and exciting final.
Match Preview
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Sunrisers Eastern Cape have built a reputation for performing under pressure, especially in knockout games. They have already won the SA20 title twice and know exactly how to handle big-match situations.
- Strong top order led by Quinton de Kock and Jonny Bairstow
- Tristan Stubbs provides power and leadership in the middle
- Marco Jansen and Anrich Nortje bring pace and bounce
- Team thrives in finals and high-pressure matches
However, SEC are heavily dependent on their top four, and an early collapse could put them under pressure.
Key Players:
Quinton de Kock, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje
Pretoria Capitals
Pretoria Capitals have arguably been the most balanced side this season. Their batting lineup is deep, and the bowling attack has delivered consistently in crunch moments.
- Shai Hope has been solid at the top
- Dewald Brevis and Sherfane Rutherford add explosive middle-order firepower
- Keshav Maharaj provides control and leadership
- Ngidi and Williams offer experience with the ball
The Capitals’ strong middle order could be the difference in a tight final.
Key Players:
Shai Hope, Dewald Brevis, Sherfane Rutherford, Keshav Maharaj
PC vs SEC Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | SA20 2025-26 |
| Match | Pretoria Capitals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape, Final |
| Date | Sunday, 25 January 2026 |
| Time | 07:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Newlands, Cape Town |
Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape | 5 |
| Pretoria Capitals | 5 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape | W, L, W, L, W |
| Pretoria Capitals | W, W, L, W, W |
Weather & Pitch Report – Newlands
Weather Update
- Temperature: 24–26°C
- Humidity: 45–50%
- Rain: 0% chance (full match expected)
Pitch Report
- Good batting surface with true bounce
- Fast bowlers get help with the new ball
- Spinners become effective as match progresses
- Chasing teams have done well at this venue
Ground Stats – Newlands, Cape Town (T20s)
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 39 |
| Bat First Wins | 16 |
| Bat Second Wins | 21 |
| Tie / No Result | 2 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 153 |
| Highest Score | 220/2 |
| Lowest Score | 95/10 |
Predicted Playing XI
Sunrisers Eastern Cape
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Jonny Bairstow
- Jordan Hermann
- Tristan Stubbs (c)
- Marco Jansen
- Chris Green
- Matthew Breetzke
- James Coles
- Lewis Gregory
- Senuran Muthusamy
- Anrich Nortje
Pretoria Capitals
- Shai Hope (wk)
- Bryce Parsons
- Connor Esterhuizen
- Dewald Brevis
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Jordan Cox
- Roston Chase
- Keshav Maharaj (c)
- Lizaad Williams
- Lungi Ngidi
- Gideon Peters
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Quinton de Kock
- Shai Hope
- Dewald Brevis
- Jonny Bairstow
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Marco Jansen
- Sherfane Rutherford
- James Coles
- Bryce Parsons
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Both teams deserve to be in the final, and the contest is expected to be tight. Pretoria Capitals have a stronger middle order, which could be crucial under pressure. However, Sunrisers Eastern Cape have unmatched finals experience and a proven record in big games.
Their ability to stay calm and execute plans in knockout matches gives them a slight advantage.
Predicted Winner: Sunrisers Eastern Cape
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| Pretoria Capitals | No injury updates |
| Sunrisers Eastern Cape | No injury updates |
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