SA20 2025-26 Match 25: PC vs PR head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

In Match No. 25 of SA20 2025-26 will see the Pretoria Capitals face the Paarl Royals at SuperSport Park, Centurion, on Thursday, January 15. This is an important match because both teams are on top in the points table, fighting for a strong position in the playoffs.

The Pretoria Capitals have been the most consistent team this season. They have won four of their eight matches and are currently on top of the table. Additionally, they are on a three-match winning streak. The Capitals have found the right balance between bat and ball and will look to keep their momentum going in front of the home crowd.

Paarl Royals are not too behind in the race and are currently at the second spot on the table. They have won in four out of seven games and have shown good balance as a unit so far. Led by David Miller, the Royals will look to challenge the table-toppers and bridge the gap at the top with a win in this clash.

PC vs PR: Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 8
  
• Pretoria Capitals Won: 3
  
• Paarl Royals Won: 5
  
• No Result: 0

PC vs PR: Pitch Report

The pitch at SuperSport Park has been good for competitive cricket this season. The average first-innings score has been around 170 runs. Fast bowlers get help with the new ball, especially early on. Because of this, captains winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and take advantage of the fresh conditions.

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PC vs PR: Predicted Playing XIs

Pretoria Capitals (PC):

Connor Esterhuizen, Sherfane Rutherford, Shai Hope (WK), Wihan Lubbe, Dewald Brevis, Andre Russell, Keshav Maharaj (C), Jordan Cox, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi, Gideon Peters

Paarl Royals (PR):

Lhuan-dre Pretorius (WK), Rubin Hermann, Dan Lawrence, David Miller (C), Keagan Lion Cachet, Asa Tribe, Sikandar Raza, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Bjorn Fortuin, Delano Potgieter, Nqobani Mokoena