David Miller-led Paarl Royals are set to face James Vince’s Joburg Super Kings in the SA20 2025-26 Eliminator on Thursday, January 22, at the SuperSport Park in Centurion. The Royals had five wins and four losses in the league phase, finishing in third position. Meanwhile, Joburg Super Kings took the fourth spot after winning four and losing as many games. These two sides faced each other on January 19 in Paarl, where the Super Kings won by 44 runs.
Here is the predicted SA20 Eliminator Playing XI of PR vs JSK:
Paarl Royals:
Top Order: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Dan Lawrence
The powerful Lhuan-dre Pretorius has not been able to replicate the form he had last season. He is averaging just 21.25 in nine innings. Kyle Verreynne has also failed to live up to his reputation, having scored 47 runs in four innings. Dan Lawrence, however, has batted decently. He has scored 158 runs in five innings at an average of 31.60 and a strike rate of 133.89.
Middle Order: David Miller (C), Rubin Hermann, Delano Potgieter
The skipper didn’t bat in the last game due to an injury. He will look to recover in time for the Eliminator. The veteran batter has scored 196 runs in eight innings at 39.20. Rubin Hermann is the leading run-getter for the Royals this season, having scored 205 in eight innings at 29.28. Delano Potgieter hasn’t made much of an impact with bat and ball this season. However, he will look to bounce back to form in the playoffs.
Lower Order: Sikandar Raza, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqobani Mokoena
Sikandar Raza will play a key role with his all-round exploits. He has been particularly impressive with the ball, bagging 14 wickets in eight matches at 15.86. Bjorn Fortuin has had a below-par season, picking up just five wickets in 10 games. On the other hand, Nqobani Mokoena has done well, accounting for 12 scalps in eight matches.
Bowlers: Ottneil Baartman, Waqar Salamkheil
Ottneil Baartman is the leading wicket-taker this season. In seven matches, he has picked up 17 wickets at 12.52. On the other hand, Waqar Salamkheil has taken two wickets from three matches.
Joburg Super Kings:
Top Order: James Vince (C), Matthew de Villiers, Leus de Plooy
James Vince has scored 216 runs in six innings at an average of 36 and a strike rate of 151.04. Meanwhile, Matthew de Villiers has aggregated 151 runs in nine innings at an average of 16.77. Leus de Plooy has played only two matches and scored 76 runs at a strike rate of 172.72.
Middle Order: Wiaan Mulder, Dian Forrester, Neil Timmers (WK)
Wiaan Mulder has had a forgettable outing with the bat, scoring 96 runs in nine innings at an average of 10.66. With the ball, he has fared better, accounting for seven wickets at 31.14. Dian Forrester has been in blistering form, scoring 172 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 173.73. Meanwhile, wicketkeeper Neil Timmers played just one game and scored 39.
Lower Order: Michael Pepper, Akeal Hosein
Michael Pepper has only scored 50 runs in three matches at an average of 16.66. Akeal Hosein has bowled relatively well, taking seven wickets in 10 matches at 25.71.
Bowlers: Nandre Burger, Prenelan Subrayen, Imran Tahir
Nandre Burger has picked up six wickets from six games. He is averaging 29 and conceded runs at an economy rate of 9.15. Prenelan Subrayen has taken six wickets from seven matches, while fellow leg-spinner has scalped two batters in two games.
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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