Match Details:
- Match: Pretoria Capitals (PC) vs MI Cape Town (MICT)
- Date: January 31, 2025
- Time: 03:30 AM GMT / 09:00 PM IST (January 30) / 05:30 PM Local Time
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- Live Stream: Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports 2, Sports18 2
Team Preview:
Pretoria Capitals (PC):
Pretoria Capitals are coming off a dominant performance, having beaten Joburg Super Kings by 9 wickets in their last outing. Migael Pretorius was the standout performer with the ball, taking 3 wickets, and Kyle Verreynne led from the front in the chase. Despite their inconsistent form recently, with just one win in the last five matches, they have proven they can beat strong opposition. Will Jacks, Will Smeed, and Marques Ackerman form the backbone of the batting line-up, while Migael Pretorius and Gideon Peters will play a crucial role with the ball.
- Strengths: Solid middle-order batting and effective bowling attack led by Pretorius and Peters.
- Weaknesses: Inconsistency in their batting depth, especially in the top order.
MI Cape Town (MICT):
MI Cape Town have had a stronger run in the tournament, winning 3 of their last 5 matches. Their most recent win against Sunrisers Eastern Cape was an emphatic 10-wicket victory, where Ryan Rickelton and Rassie van der Dussen easily chased down a target of 108 in just 11 overs. Rashid Khan will lead the team, and his skills with the ball will be critical, while Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, and Corbin Bosch make up a strong pace attack. Rassie van der Dussen has been in fine form with the bat, and Dewald Brevis adds firepower at the top.
- Strengths: Strong top-order batting with Rickelton, van der Dussen, and Brevis, and a potent pace attack.
- Weaknesses: Middle-order struggles in high-pressure situations.
Key Players to Watch:
Pretoria Capitals (PC):
- Migael Pretorius: The pacer has been in top form, offering both wickets and crucial overs in the middle stages of the innings.
- Kyle Verreynne (c & wk): A steady wicketkeeper-batter who will play a key role in stabilizing the middle order and leading the chase.
- Will Jacks: A big hitter who can accelerate the innings when required, especially in the middle overs.
MI Cape Town (MICT):
- Ryan Rickelton: He was superb in the last game, leading his side to victory with an unbeaten 59. He will be key at the top of the order.
- Rassie van der Dussen: In great form, he has the ability to anchor the innings or accelerate in the latter stages.
- Rashid Khan (c): As one of the best T20 bowlers in the world, Rashid’s leg-spin will be crucial in choking the opposition during the middle overs.
Dream11 Fantasy Tips:
Captain: Ryan Rickelton (MICT)
- Rickelton’s recent form, especially his match-winning knock in the previous game, makes him a top choice for captain.
Vice-Captain: Will Jacks (PC)
- Jacks is capable of turning games around with his explosive batting, making him a valuable vice-captain option.
Top Picks:
- Rassie van der Dussen (MICT)
- Kyle Verreynne (PC)
- Migael Pretorius (PC)
- Trent Boult (MICT)
- Rashid Khan (MICT)
- Marques Ackerman (PC)
- Corbin Bosch (MICT)
- Will Smeed (PC)
Budget Picks:
- Eathan Bosch (PC)
- Delano Potgieter (MICT)
Recent Form:
Pretoria Capitals (PC):
- NR, L, L, L, W
MI Cape Town (MICT):
- L, W, NR, W, W
Head-to-Head Record:
| Stats | PC | MICT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Matches | 4 | 3 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 5 | 3 |
Toss Prediction:
Given the conditions at SuperSport Park, the team winning the toss is likely to opt to bowl first, especially with the pressure of chasing under lights.
Venue Information:
- Stadium: SuperSport Park
- City: Centurion
- Capacity: 22,000
Full Squad:
Pretoria Capitals (PC):
- Wayne Parnell (c), Marques Ackerman, Evin Lewis, Steve Stolk, Tiaan van Vuuren, Rilee Rossouw, Will Smeed, Liam Livingstone, Will Jacks, Senuran Muthusamy, James Neesham, Kyle Simmonds, Migael Pretorius, Keagan Lion Cachet, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Kyle Verreynne, Anrich Nortje, Daryn Dupavillon, Eathan Bosch.
MI Cape Town (MICT):
- Rashid Khan (c), Colin Ingram, Dewald Brevis, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Thomas Kaber, George Linde, Delano Potgieter, Corbin Bosch, Azmatullah Omarzai, Connor Esterhuizen, Chris Benjamin, Ryan Rickelton, Trent Boult, Dane Piedt, Kagiso Rabada, Nuwan Thushara.
Match Prediction:
Both teams have been inconsistent in their recent matches, but MI Cape Town has been the more dominant side, with strong performances from Ryan Rickelton, Rassie van der Dussen, and their pace attack. Pretoria Capitals, on the other hand, has shown resilience, but their top-order inconsistency may be their Achilles’ heel.
Predicted Winner: MI Cape Town (MICT)
- Reason: MI Cape Town’s superior bowling attack and stronger batting line-up give them the edge in this match.
Final Thoughts:
The game at SuperSport Park promises to be a thrilling encounter. MI Cape Town has been dominant recently, but Pretoria Capitals will be looking to bounce back from their recent struggles. The battle between the two teams will be crucial in deciding the momentum in the tournament as they gear up for the latter stages.