The T20 cricket carnival SA20 continues with MI Cape Town (MICT) taking on Paarl Royals (PR). Both sides will lock horns in game 6 of the tournament at the Newlands, in Cape Town, on Monday, January 13. It is worth noting that MI Cape Town currently lead the SA20 2025 standings with one win and one loss in two matches.
On the other hand, Paarl Royals occupy second place in the standings with one win in the only game that they have played so far. They will hope for their second win of the season and topple the table toppers.
Also Check: MICT vs PR, Match 6 – Live Cricket Score
Match Details
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast & Streaming Details |
| MI Cape Towns vs Paarl Royals, Match 6, SA20 2025 | Newlands, Cape Town | Monday, January 13, 9:00 pm (IST) | Star Sports and Sports18 Network, Disney+ Hotstar (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The surface at the Newlands in Cape Town is one that is preferred by the bowlers. A low-scoring thriller could be anticipated on such a pitch and opting to bowl first could be a wise decision.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Won by MI Cape Town | Won by Paarl Royals | No Result | First Played | Last Played |
| 04 | 03 | 01 | 00 | 10 Jan, 2023 | 21 Jan, 2024 |
Predicted Playing XIs
MI Cape Town:
Rassie van der Dussen, Reeza Hendricks, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Colin Ingram, Dewald Brevis, George Linde, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan (c), Delano Potgieter, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult.
Paarl Royals:
Sam Hain, R Hermann, Joe Root, David Miller, Dewan Marais, Mitchell van Buuren, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Andile Phehlukwayo, Dunith Wellalage, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Lungi Ngidi.
Probable Top Performers
Probable Best Batter: Ryan Rickelton
MI Cape Town’s batter Ryan Rickleton could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Paarl Royals. With 345 runs in his last eight matches, Rickleton has been in good form and he will hope to put in a good showing in the next game as well.
Probable Best Bowler: Lungi Ngidi
Paarl Royals’ pacer Lungi Ngidi could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against MI Cape Town. With eight wickets in his last eight matches, Ngidi’s form has been brilliant and his spell could be crucial for his side.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
Scenario 1
MI Cape Town win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 35-45
PR: 135-145
MI Cape Town win the match
Scenario 2
Paarl Royals win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 45-55
MICT: 140-150
Paarl Royals win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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