SA20 2025-26: Predicted playing XI for the Qualifier 2

Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) will take on Paarl Royals (PR) in Qualifier 2 of the SA20 2025-26 at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, on Friday, January 23. Sunrisers Eastern Cape entered the contest after losing Qualifier 1 against Pretoria Capitals, while Paarl Royals reached Qualifier 2 by defeating Joburg Super Kings in the Eliminator. The winner of this match will advance to the final.

Here let us take a look at the probable playing XIs for both teams.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

Top Order: Quinton de Kock (WK), Jonny Bairstow, Jordan Hermann

The top order is likely to feature Quinton de Kock, Jonny Bairstow, and Jordan Hermann. De Kock has been in outstanding form, scoring 347 runs in nine innings, Bairstow has contributed 255 runs in nine innings, and Hermann has amassed 253 runs in eight innings.

Middle Order: Tristan Stubbs (Ct), Marco Jansen, Chris Green

The middle order may include captain Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, and Chris Green. Stubbs has scored 129 runs, Jansen has scored 77 runs and taken 10 wickets, while Green has picked up four wickets.

Lower Middle Order: Matthew Breetzke, James Coles, Lewis Gregory

In the lower middle order, Matthew Breetzke, James Coles, and Lewis Gregory are expected to feature. Breetzke has scored 204 runs, Coles has 106 runs, and Gregory has contributed 42 runs along with five wickets.

Bowler: Senuran Muthusamy, Anrich Nortje

The bowling attack is likely to be led by Senuran Muthusamy, who has taken nine wickets, and Anrich Nortje, who has claimed 15 wickets in the tournament.

Paarl Royals:

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

The top order for Paarl Royals is expected to include Lhuan-dre Pretorius, wicketkeeper Kyle Verreynne, and Rubin Hermann. Pretorius has scored 221 runs, Verreynne has 77 runs, and Hermann has contributed 214 runs.

Middle Order: Dan Lawrence (Ct), Sikandar Raza, Asa Tribe

The middle order may feature captain Dan Lawrence, Sikandar Raza, and Asa Tribe. Lawrence has scored 194 runs, Raza has scored 99 runs and taken 15 wickets, and Tribe has added 163 runs.

Lower Middle Order: Keagan Lion-Cachet, Bjorn Fortuin

In the lower middle order, Keagan Lion-Cachet and Bjorn Fortuin are likely to play key roles. Lion-Cachet has scored 57 runs, while Fortuin has contributed 42 runs and picked up six wickets.

Bowler: Hardus Viljoen, Ottneil Baartman, Nqobani Mokoena

The bowling unit is expected to include Hardus Viljoen, Ottneil Baartman, and Nqobani Mokoena. Viljoen has taken 12 wickets, Baartman leads the tournament with 19 wickets, and Mokoena has claimed 13 wickets.

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.

For more exclusive updates, visit BJSports to access Exclusive News that is only for you, incisive analysis, and updates, and to keep up with all of the latest information on your favorite remarkable cricket players and teams. To ensure you never miss out, join in on the fun right away!