PC VS DSG MATCH 5

We should have started by now but the start of play has been delayed. Although there's no official word on the extent of the delay yet. The pitch for now looks covered. Fans and players will have to exercise patience. Stay tuned.

Update 6.45 pm IST (1.15 pm GMT) - Some good news, folks! The rain has eased off a bit here. Let's hope it goes away and the game resumes on time. Fingers crossed.

Rilee Rossouw, the skipper of the Pretoria Capitals, said they also wanted to bowl. He added that they can't control the toss and the overhead conditions but hope that it doesn't rain. He ended by saying that they have a great squad and mentioned two changes in their side.

Earlier during the toss, both captains shared insights on their team strategies and changes in their line-ups. Keshav Maharaj, the skipper of Durban's Super Giants, said that they will bowl first. Added that they will make use of the overhead conditions. He further said that they need to work on their mistakes and overcome them in those areas. Added that they need to be more disciplined and ended by mentioning the three changes on their side.

Update 6.31 pm IST (1.01 pm GMT) - Oh dear! The rain has come down here at the Centurion Park and the covers are on. Let's just hope it goes away soon.

Pretoria Capitals (Playing XI) - Will Jacks, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Rilee Rossouw (C), Liam Livingstone, Marques Ackerman (In for Steve Stolk), James Neesham, Senuran Muthusamy, Migael Pretorius (In for Kyle Simmonds), Eathan Bosch, Daryn Dupavillon.

Durban's Super Giants (Playing XI) - Brandon King (In for Kane Williamson), Matthew Breetzke, Quinton de Kock (WK), Wiaan Mulder, Heinrich Klaasen, Jason Smith (In for Bryce Parsons), Chris Woakes, Keshav Maharaj (C), Naveen-ul-Haq, Junior Dala (In for Dwaine Pretorius), Noor Ahmad.

TOSS - Durban's Super Giants have won the toss and will BOWL first.

With both teams now desperate for points and glory, can the Pretoria Capitals seize their chance for revenge? Join us for what promises to be an electrifying clash! Stay tuned for the toss and the team news...

The Capitals appeared on the brink of victory when Will Jacks and Rahmanullah Gurbaz built a record 154-run opening partnership. Yet, after Gurbaz's dismissal, the Capitals faltered, allowing Noor Ahmad and Chris Woakes to take crucial wickets. In a nail-biting finish, the Capitals fell just two runs short, leaving them hungry for redemption in this game.

In their last face-off, the Super Giants, led by Keshav Maharaj had set a challenging total of 209. Despite strong starts from Breetzke and Parsons, the Capitals managed to pull things back, thanks in part to Senuran Muthusamy's early breakthroughs. However, explosive performances from Wiaan Mulder, and Kane Williamson's solid half-century ensured that the Durban side was always in control.

Welcome to the Fifth Match of SA20 Season 3! Get ready for another thrilling encounter as the Pretoria Capitals take on the Durban Super Giants. Just a day after their intense showdown at Kingsmead, these two top-tier teams meet again for a reverse fixture, promising more high-stakes action at the iconic SuperSport Park in Centurion.

... Match Day ...

It’s time for Match 5 of the SA20 League 2025, and all eyes are on the reverse fixture between the Pretoria Capitals and Durban's Super Giants at the iconic SuperSport Park in Centurion. This matchup comes with added excitement as the two sides clashed in the second game of the season, producing a high-scoring thriller where the Super Giants edged past the Capitals by just 2 runs. With that nail-biter fresh in memory, anticipation is sky-high for another riveting contest. In the last encounter, Durban's Super Giants set the stage ablaze with their explosive top-order batting. Kane Williamson made a dream debut in SA20, anchoring the innings with a classy half-century, while Wiaan Mulder added the finishing touches with a scintillating cameo, propelling the team to a mammoth 209-run total. Pretoria Capitals’ bowling attack was left reeling under the onslaught, with only Senuran Muthusamy managing to stand out, claiming 3 crucial scalps. The Capitals' response was equally electrifying as openers Will Jacks and Rahmanullah Gurbaz put on a stunning 154-run partnership, taking the game away from the Super Giants at one point. However, Noor Ahmad’s double strike triggered a wobble, and the Capitals lost momentum, eventually falling agonizingly short by just 2 runs. With both teams brimming with firepower and depth, this match promises to be another blockbuster. Durban's Super Giants will look to capitalize on their strong batting lineup and maintain their winning momentum, while the Pretoria Capitals will be eager to bounce back and turn the tables this time around. The scales are evenly poised, and all signs point to yet another thrilling clash.