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Paarl Royals and Pretoria Capitals are set to collide in match no. 18 of the SA20 at Boland Park on Sunday, January 22nd. Pretoria Capitals head into this battle as the favourites with the odds of 4/6 (1.66) whereas Paarl Royals have odds of 11/10 (2.10) to win this match.
These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing.
- Paarl Royals vs Pretoria Capitals, Match 18, SA20 2023
- January 22, 2023 – 11:30 AM GMT
- Boland Park, Paarl
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
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Boland Park in Paarl generally provides good assistance for spinners and slower bowlers. It has been the case this tournament as well. The average score while batting first at this venue reads 157. The first innings scores in the four matches played here this competition read 81, 169, 127 and 142.
The Paarl weather should be typically hot and sunny on Sunday afternoon with the temperature hovering around 32°C during match hours.
Paarl Royals vs Pretoria Capitals – Match Predictions
Pretoria Capitals have been the standout team in the SA20 so far. They have an outstanding bowling attack, having good variety and adapting to conditions. The top order and lower middle order has been in destructive form. Compare that to Paarl Royals, who have mostly struggled in both departments despite having some top names.
Prediction 1
Capitals To Hit Most Sixes
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Prediction 2
Nortje To Take Most Wickets
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Prediction 3
Jacks to be Man of the Match
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Probable 6s
As we mentioned, Pretoria Capitals have a destructive line-up comprising Phil Salt, Will Jacks, Rilee Rossouw, James Neesham and Wayne Parnell. They have struck 35 sixes in five games compared to 19 sixes by Paarl Royals in six games. The Royals have Jos Buttler, Jason Roy, David Miller and Dane Vilas but haven’t fired to expectations.
Our Prediction: Pretoria Capitals to hit most sixes in this match with the odds of 19/20 (1.95).
Probable Wickets
Anrich Nortje has been magnificent in the tournament, claiming 10 wickets in five innings at an economy of 5.63. Nortje has the odds of 9/4 (3.25) to be the top bowler for Pretoria Capitals. From the Paarl Royals side, Bjorn Fortuin has snared 11 wickets in six games. Fortuin has the odds of 100/30 (4.33) to be the top wicket-taker for Paarl Royals.
Our Prediction: Anrich Nortje to be the highest wicket-taker for Pretoria Capitals at 100/30 (4.33).
Man of the Match
Will Jacks has lit up the SA20 with his fireworks, smashing 204 runs at an average of 41 while striking at 196. Jacks has the odds of 14/1 (15.00) to be the player of the match. Other top betting options include Anrich Nortje, Wayne Parnell, Jos Buttler and Bjorn Fortuin.
Our Prediction: Will Jacks to be the Man of the Match at 14/1 (15.00) odds.
Paarl Royals vs Pretoria Capitals Preview
Pretoria Capitals are in great form while Paarl Royals haven’t been at their best. Let’s take a look at the two sides with contrasting fortunes before they meet on Sunday.
Paarl Royals
Paarl Royals have played six matches in the competition so far, winning only two and losing four. They’re coming off a 13-run defeat at the hands of MI Cape Town on Saturday afternoon. Jos Buttler scored a fantastic 68 off 58 on a tough pitch but couldn’t see them home.
The Royals need more input from their experienced players such as Jason Roy, David Miller and Dane Vilas. The bowling attack has looked very good in the last couple of games, led by in-form Bjorn Fortuin and Lungi Ngidi.
Squad: Jason Roy, Jos Buttler (wk), Wihan Lubbe, David Miller (c), Dane Vilas, Mitchell Van Buuren, Evan Jones, Bjorn Fortuin, Ferisco Adams, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi
Pretoria Capitals
Pretoria Capitals have won four out of five matches and have 18 points to their credit with a stunning net run-rate of 2.455. They are coming off two dominant victories over Joburg and Durban, where they clinched two bonus points.
Senuran Muthusamy was impressive in the previous game, coming in for Migael Pretorius. The rest of the bowling attack of Anrich Nortje, Wayne Parnell, Eathan Bosch and Adil Rashid has been in terrific form. Phil Salt and Will Jacks have been brilliant at the top.
Squad: Philip Salt (wk), Will Jacks, Rilee Rossouw, Theunis de Bruyn, Shane Dadswell, James Neesham, Wayne Parnell (c), Eathan Bosch, Adil Rashid, Anrich Nortje, Senuran Muthusamy
How to Watch SA20 in the UK: Live Streaming & Channel List
For those in the UK, you can enjoy the SA20 action live on Sky Sports Cricket. You can also watch the Paarl Royals vs Pretoria Capitals match live on the online streaming platform SkyGo application.
- Sky Sports Cricket (TV)
- SkyGo app (Streaming)
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