Match Details:
- Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) vs Paarl Royals (PR)
- Date: February 1, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM GMT / 04:30 PM IST / 01:00 PM Local Time
- Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha
- Live Stream: Disney+ Hotstar, Star Sports 2, Sports18 2
Team Preview:
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC):
Sunrisers Eastern Cape will be feeling confident after a strong recent run. With three wins in their last five matches, they’ve proven their ability to perform under pressure. Aiden Markram, their captain, will play a vital role in both the batting and leadership departments. Alongside him, Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, and Tom Abell form a solid middle order. Marco Jansen and Craig Overton give them the edge in the bowling attack, and their overall balance makes them a formidable side.
Their recent form has been a mixture of highs and lows, but they have proven that they can deliver big performances when needed.
- Strengths: Strong batting depth, led by Aiden Markram, and a potent bowling attack with Marco Jansen and Craig Overton.
- Weaknesses: Occasional inconsistency in the batting department when top-order collapses.
Paarl Royals (PR):
Paarl Royals come into this match with a solid record, having won 3 out of their last 4 matches. David Miller will be a key figure for the Royals with both bat and leadership. Joe Root, though a calm presence, has not yet delivered his best and could be a game-changer. Dinesh Karthik has been in good form with the gloves, and Lhuan-dre Pretorius is another player to watch for his all-around skills. The Royals’ bowling attack is strong, with Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Bjorn Fortuin offering a good balance of spin and pace.
- Strengths: Reliable batting line-up, especially with the presence of David Miller, and quality spinners in Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Bjorn Fortuin.
- Weaknesses: Need to ensure consistency in the middle-order batting and lower-order finishing.
Key Players to Watch:
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC):
- Aiden Markram (c): A natural leader and a proven performer with both bat and ball.
- Tristan Stubbs: A dynamic batter capable of turning the game with his power-hitting ability.
- Marco Jansen: The towering all-rounder provides both depth in batting and wicket-taking ability in the bowling department.
Paarl Royals (PR):
- David Miller (c): The experienced campaigner and explosive batter, Miller is key to the Royals’ middle-order success.
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman: A match-winning spinner, especially in the middle overs, with the ability to control the game with his guile.
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius: A versatile all-rounder who can both break partnerships with the ball and accelerate the innings with the bat.
Dream11 Fantasy Tips:
Captain: Aiden Markram (SEC)
- Markram is in good form with both bat and ball, and his leadership skills make him a solid choice for captain.
Vice-Captain: David Miller (PR)
- Miller has the experience and is capable of scoring big. He can anchor the innings or finish games strongly.
Top Picks:
- Tristan Stubbs (SEC)
- Tom Abell (SEC)
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman (PR)
- David Miller (PR)
- Marco Jansen (SEC)
- Dinesh Karthik (PR)
- Bjorn Fortuin (PR)
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius (PR)
Budget Picks:
- Craig Overton (SEC)
- Dayyaan Galiem (PR)
Recent Form:
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC):
- W, W, W, L, L
Paarl Royals (PR):
- W, W, W, W, L
Head-to-Head Record:
| Stats | SEC | PR |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Matches | 5 | 3 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 5 | 3 |
Toss Prediction:
We expect the team winning the toss to bat first. The pitch at St George’s Park tends to favor the batting side, and setting a target could prove advantageous, especially if the chasing side is under pressure.
Venue Information:
- Stadium: St George’s Park
- City: Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
- Capacity: 19,000
Full Squad:
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC):
- Aiden Markram (c), Zak Crawley, Jordan Hermann, Tom Abell, Liam Dawson, Marco Jansen, Patrick Kruger, Craig Overton, David Bedingham, Daniel Smith, Tristan Stubbs, Okuhle Cele, Simon Harmer, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson, Caleb Seleka, Andile Simelane, Beyers Swanepoel, Roelof van der Merwe.
Paarl Royals (PR):
- David Miller (c), Mitchell Van Buuren, Sam Hain, Joe Root, Dewan Marais, Dayyaan Galiem, Dunith Wellalage, Codi Yusuf, Andile Phehlukwayo, Rubin Hermann, Dinesh Karthik, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Keith Dudgeon, Bjorn Fortuin, Eshan Malinga, Kwena Maphaka, Nqabayomzi Peter, Lungi Ngidi.
Match Prediction:
Both teams are in decent form, but Sunrisers Eastern Cape have the edge heading into this clash. Paarl Royals will rely heavily on David Miller and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, while SEC boasts depth in both batting and bowling with players like Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, and Tristan Stubbs.
The contest will likely come down to who can dominate in the middle overs with both bat and ball, and SEC’s all-around strength gives them the slight advantage.
Predicted Winner: Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC)
- Reason: SEC’s stronger batting depth and bowling options make them the favorites, although Paarl Royals are certainly capable of causing an upset.
Final Thoughts:
It’s set to be an exciting encounter between two well-matched teams. SEC will be looking to continue their solid run, while Paarl Royals will be hoping to build on their recent form. With both teams having explosive players and key match-winners, this promises to be a thrilling contest at St George’s Park! 🚨🏏