SA20 (Game 20) – Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs MI Cape Town
In a nail-biting finish to game 20 in the SA20, Sunrisers Eastern Cape emerged victorious by a slender margin of 4 runs against MI Cape Town in front of their home crowd.
Batting first, Sunrisers Eastern Cape posted a competitive total of 175 for 6 in their 20 overs. Tom Abell and skipper Aiden Markram shone with fifties, while Tristan Stubbs provided a valuable cameo towards the end. Facing a formidable MI Cape Town side, Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s bowlers showcased resilience and determination to secure a sensational victory.
Chasing a target of 176, MI Cape Town faced early setbacks with the dismissal of Rassie van der Dussen, but Ryan Rickelton provided hope with a promising start before departing. Despite the middle-order, featuring Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Kieron Pollard, and Dewald Brevis, all getting starts, none could carry on, leaving MI Cape Town needing 18 off the final over. George Linde made a valiant effort, but Daniel Worrall’s nerve-wracking over ensured Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s triumph.
Chief Scores :
Sunrisers Eastern Cape – 175 for 6 in 20 overs (Tom Abell 60, Aiden Markram 54, Tristan Stubbs 23, Kagiso Rabada 2 for 26, Nuwan Thushara 2 for 32, Kieron Pollard 1 for 26)
MI Cape Town – 171 for 7 in 20 overs (Sam Curran 30, Kieron Pollard 30, Ryan Rickleton 27, Ottniel Baartman 2 for 24, Liam Dason 1 for 29, Daniel Worrall 1 for 32)
