PR VS SEC MATCH 3

The SA20 2025 season has just kicked off, and we’ve already witnessed a jaw-dropping upset with the defending champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC), crumbling in their opening match. Bowled out for a paltry 77 while chasing 175, SEC have plenty to ponder as they prepare to take on the Paarl Royals in the third game of the tournament. Skipper Aiden Markram has a big task ahead to rally his troops and set the tone with the bat. The opening duo of Zak Crawley and Tom Abell must step up and provide solid starts, while Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham carry the burden of the middle order alongside their captain. On the bowling front, Marco Jansen and Richard Gleeson, with their height and pace, will be crucial on these pitches, and Liam Dawson will anchor the spin department with his precision. Meanwhile, Paarl Royals are set to launch their campaign with David Miller at the helm, one of the most reliable finishers in the game. Joe Root brings a wealth of experience and calm to the batting order, while Dinesh Karthik’s decision to reverse his retirement adds an intriguing twist. All-rounders Andile Phehlukwayo and Bjorn Fortuin provide versatility, while their bowling attack is stacked with world-class talent. Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Dunith Wellalage ​​​​​​headline the spin department, and homegrown pacers Lungi Ngidi and Kwena Maphaka know these conditions inside out. Can the Royals make a winning start to their season? Or will the Sunrisers bounce back and show the grit of champions? A thrilling encounter awaits at SA20 2025!