SA 2025-26: Predicting playing XI for match 30

Paarl Royals (PR) are set to lock horns with Joburg Super Kings (JSK) in Match 30 of the SA20 2025-26 on Monday, January 19. This fixture will mark the final league-stage match of the tournament. Paarl Royals currently sit second on the points table with five wins from nine matches, while Joburg Super Kings are placed fifth, having secured three victories from nine outings. 

Here let us look at the SA Match 30 Playing XI.

Paarl Royals:

Top Order: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Rubin Hermann

Paarl Royals are likely to persist with their existing top order. The young opener Lhuan-dre Pretorius has scored 138 runs in eight innings. Kyle Verreynne, who also handles wicketkeeping duties, has featured in four innings and accumulated 47 runs, while Rubin Hermann has scored 191 runs in seven innings.

Middle Order: Dan Lawerence, David Miller (C), Delano Potgieter

The middle order is expected to be anchored by captain David Miller, who has scored 196 runs in eight innings. Dan Lawrence has chipped in with 113 runs in four innings, while Delano Potgieter has scored 20 runs in five innings.

Lower Middle Order: Sikandar Raza, Bjorn Fortuin

Sikandar Raza has been one of the team’s standout performers, contributing significantly with the ball by taking 13 wickets in seven matches. Bjorn Fortuin has claimed four wickets in nine games.

Bowler: Hardus Viljoen, Ottneil Baartman, Waqar Salamkheil

The bowling attack is likely to feature Hardus Viljoen, who has taken nine wickets in four matches, alongside Ottneil Baartman, the team’s leading wicket-taker with 17 wickets in six games. Waqar Salamkheil has played only two matches so far.

Joburg Super Kings:

Top Order: James Vince, Rivaldo Moonsamy (WK), Leus du Plooy

James Vince has been JSK’s most reliable batter, scoring 216 runs in five innings. Rivaldo Moonsamy, who has featured in three games, while Leus du Plooy played only one match.

Middle Order: Matthew de Villiers, Donovan Ferreira, Dian Forrester

Matthew de Villiers has scored 124 runs in eight innings, while Donovan Ferreira has contributed 103 runs across eight games. Dian Forrester has impressed with 165 runs in six innings.

Lower Middle Order: Wiaan Mulder, Akeal Hosein

The all-rounders Wiaan Mulder and Akeal Hosein provide balance to the side, each picking up six wickets in seven innings.

Bowler: Duan Jansen, Nandre Burger, Daniel Worrall

The pace attack is expected to include Duan Jansen, Nandre Burger, and Daniel Worrall, who have collectively contributed with crucial wickets during the tournament.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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