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Pretoria Capitals vs Durban Super Giants – 12th Match, SA20 2025

Venue: SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium, Centurion

Date & Time: 03rd January 2026 at 09:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioHotstar

PC vs DSG Venue Stats 

PC vs DSG Pitch Report

The ground often provides a balanced T20 surface with early assistance for both pacers and spinners, gradually transitioning into a favorable track for batters as the innings progress. Boundaries are easily reachable in the speedy outfield, and squads with strong power games can produce impressive totals. 

PC vs DSG Weather Report

The weather forecast predicts sunny skies and mild temperatures, ideal for continuous T20 action. 

PC vs DSG Last Five Matches

PC vs DSG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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PC vs DSG Probable Playing XIs:

Pretoria Capitals Probable Playing XIs

Will Smeed, Bryce Parsons, Shai Hope (wk), Dewald Brevis, Connor Esterhuizen, Sherfane Rutherford, Wihan Lubbe, Keshav Maharaj (c), Lizaad Williams, Tymal Mills, Lungi Ngidi

Durban Super Giants Probable Playing XIs

Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Jos Buttler, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Evan Jones, David Wiese, Eathan Bosch, Simon Harmer, Kwena Maphaka, Noor Ahmad 

Topmost Picks for PC vs DSG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Durban Super Giants

• Devon Conway – Devon Conway is the team's top run-scorer, with 111 runs in 4 matches at an average of 37.00 and a strike rate of 173.81.
• Eathan Bosch – Eathan Bosch is the team's top wicket-taker, with 5 wickets in 4 matches at an economy of 12.54.

Top Picks – Pretoria Capitals

• Will Smeed – Will Smeed got 91 runs in 3 matches at an average of 30.85 and a strike rate of 119.62.
• Tymal Mills – Tymal Mills is the team's top wicket-taker, with 5 wickets in 3 matches at an economy of 7.3.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PC vs DSG Dream11 Team:

Jos Buttler(C), Devon Conway, Will Smeed, Aiden Markram, Wihan Lubbe, Sherfane Rutherford, Evan Jones, Bryce Parsons(VC), Eathan Bosch, Tymal Mills, Noor Ahmad

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Jos Buttler, Devon Conway

Vice-captain – Bryce Parsons, Tymal Mills

Wicketkeeper – Jos Buttler

PC vs DSG Probable Winners:

The two evenly matched teams will compete head-to-head. The two sides have a strong batting lineup, but also struggle with inconsistency. However, the visitors' batting lineup is stronger on paper, with older players. Their bowling attack also appears promising, with a strong pace attack that could challenge the hosts. As a result, the Durban Super Giants will have the advantage going into this match. Considering the team combination, Durban Super Giants is expected to win this match.

The Pretoria Capitals (PC) are set to face the Durban Super Giants (DSG) in match number 12 of SA20 2025-26. The match is scheduled to be played on Saturday, 3 January 2025, at the SuperSport Park in Centurion. The Capitals are positioned fourth, as they have grabbed one win out of three matches, while the Super Giants are third, having one win in four games. 

The Pretoria Capitals come into this game with a lot of confidence, having managed to register their first win of the season against MI Cape Town. Batting first, they posted a massive 220/5, with Wihan Lubbe scoring 60 off 36 balls. Their bowlers continued to be on top, as Cape Town collapsed for 135, resulting in an 85-run victory. Sherfane Rutherford starred with the ball, picking up 4 wickets for 24 runs, and was named Player of the Match.

The Durban Super Giants, meanwhile, were involved in a thrilling contest against Joburg Super Kings in their previous game. After choosing to bowl first, they conceded 205/4. Noor Ahmad was the standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for just 12 runs. In reply, the Super Giants also finished on 205/8, resulting in a tie. However, they lost the match in the Super Over.

PC vs DSG Head-to-Head Record (T20s)

• Matches Played: 6
• Pretoria Capitals Won: 2
• Durban Super Giants Won: 3
• No Result: 1

PC vs DSG: Pitch Report

SuperSport Park has hosted 38 SA20 matches so far. The average first-innings score in the last 10 games is around 163 runs. Fast bowlers have enjoyed success here, taking around 74% of the wickets recently. Teams batting first have often done well, but early wickets can make a big difference.

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PC vs DSG: Predicted Playing XIs

Pretoria Capitals (PC):

Will Smeed, Bryce Parsons, Shai Hope (wk), Dewald Brevis, Connor Esterhuizen, Sherfane Rutherford, Wihan Lubbe, Keshav Maharaj (c), Lizaad Williams, Tymal Mills, Lungi Ngidi

Durban Super Giants (DSG):

Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, Jos Buttler, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Evan Jones, Eathan Bosch, Simon Harmer, David Wiese, Kwena Maphaka, Noor Ahmad

The Capitals were cruising a night ago against the same opponents before crashing two runs short. It was a disappointing way to lose two points and now the start again against the same Super Giants unit in the hope of making it past without choking this time.

PC vs DSG Match Details

Date: January 5th, 2025

Time:  9:00 PM IST

Venue: Supersport Park, Centurion 

PC vs DSG Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening is expected for the game.

PC vs DSG Pitch Report

Centurion looks pretty balanced with batting second a better choice.

PC vs DSG Predicted Playing XI

DSG Playing XI

Bryce Parsons, Matthew Breetzke, Kane Williamson, Quinton De Kock, Heinrich Klaasen, Wiaan Mulder, Dwaine Pretorius, Chris Woakes, Keshav Maharaj, Naveen Ul Haq, Noor Ahmad

PC Playing XI

Will Jacks, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rilee Roussow, Senuran Muthuswamy, Liam Livingstone, Jimmy Neesham, Kyle Verreynne, Steve Stolk, Kyle Simmonds, Eathan Bosch, Daryn Dupavillon  

PC vs DSG Key Players

Noor Ahmad

Noor Ahmad was the one to start the fall in the previous game getting past batters with ease. He is looking dangerous with tracks giving him good bounce and is slowly reaching his potential.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Gurbaz was another Afghan to star in the last game batting well and looking in control as he was at the crease.

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PC vs DSG Match Tips

The previous defeat is likely to play on the Capitals minds and that should give the Super Giants some momentum.

Match Prediction: Durban Super Giants Will Win the Match

PC vs DSG Match Preview

After the intense last match a few days back, Durban Super Giants managed to win The third edition of the SA20 began this week, with the Durban Super Giants hosting the Pretoria Capitals on Sunday at SuperSport Park, Centurion. As this season of SA20 starts with a boom, both teams will be hoping to gain momentum by winning their first match of this SA20 edition. 

PC vs DSG Match Details 

Pretoria Capitals vs Durban Super Giants – 05th Match, SA20

Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion

Date & Time: 12th January 2025 at 07:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

PC vs DSG Venue Stats

PC vs DSG Pitch Report

Centurion's pitch usually favors bowlers due to the presence of grass and moisture on the surface. There is a lot of action when the ball is new.

PC vs DSG Weather Report

The climate is likely to be cloudy and humid, with temperatures hovering around 25 degrees. 

PC vs DSG Last Five Matches

PC vs DSG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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PC vs DSG Probable Playing XIs:

Pretoria Capitals Probable Playing XIs

Durban Super Giants Probable Playing XIs

Matthew Breetzke, Bryce Parsons, Kane Williamson, Quinton de Kock(w), Heinrich Klaasen, Wiaan Mulder, Dwaine Pretorius, Chris Woakes, Keshav Maharaj(c), Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad

Topmost Picks for PC vs DSG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Pretoria Capitals

• Rahmanullah Gurbaz – Rahmanullah Gurbaz was a crucial player for the team after an incredible last match where he piled up 89 runs off 43 balls, with a strike rate of 206.
• Senuran Muthusamy –  Senuran Muthusamy bagged a 3-21 in his 4 overs against Durban Super Giants for an economy of 5.20.

Top Picks – Durban Super Giants

• Wiaan Mulder – Wiaan Mulder, back at the controls of a skilled squad, scoring 45 runs off just 19 balls.
• Noor Ahmad –  Noor Ahmad offers pace options that boost the attack, 2-34 in his 4 overs.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PC vs DSG Dream11 Team:

Quinton de Kock(VC), Matthew Breetzke, Rahmanullah Gurbaz(C), Kane Williamson, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Senuran Muthusamy, Chris Woakes, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Daryn Dupavillon

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for PC vs DSG Dream11 Team:

Quinton de Kock, Matthew Breetzke, Bryce Parsons, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Kane Williamson(VC), Will Jacks(C), Liam Livingstone, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Chris Woakes, Daryn Dupavillon

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Will Jacks, Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Vice-captain – Quinton de Kock, Kane Williamson

Wicketkeeper – Quinton de Kock

PC vs DSG Probable Winners:

The Durban Super Giants and Pretoria Capitals were inconsistent in their performances over the last two seasons. While there is no clear favorite, we believe the Durban Super Giants have a slight advantage due to a stronger batting lineup. Considering the team combination, Durban Super Giants is expected to win this match.

Durban Super Giants are turning out to be early favorites. They have a strong set of all-rounders and their batting depth is proving to be very beneficial as they continue to dominate the early stages of the tournament.

PC vs DSG Match Details

Date: January 18th, 2024

Time:  9:00 PM IST

Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion

PC vs DSG Weather Report

The weather looks pretty clear for the upcoming fixture.

PC vs DSG Pitch Report

A good pitch helpful for batters is likely. Batting second will be a better option.

PC vs DSG Predicted Playing XI

PC Playing XI

Phil Salt, Will Jacks, Theunis De Bruyn, Rilee Roussow, Colin Ingram, James Neesham, Carbin Bosch, Hardus Viljoen, Eathan Bosch, Adil Rashid, Daryn Dupavillon

DSG Playing XI

Matthew Breetzke, Quinton De Kock, JJ Smuts, Nicholas Pooran, Henrich Klaasen, Dwaine Pretorius, Keemo Paul, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Reece Topley, Richard Gleeson

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PC vs DSG Key Players

Henrich Klaasen

Henrich Klaasen recently called time on his brief Test career and is intent on shifting his focus completely to the shorter format. He is one of the best batters in South Africa right now and is good against spin in particular making him a key player in the middle overs.

Phil Salt

Phil Salt at the top has a crucial role to play. He is known for his ability to get off to quick starts but that has been missing in the last few games which has affected the Capital’s fortunes.

PC vs DSG Match Tips

Durban Super Giants are favorites here with their line-up firing in all directions.

Match Prediction: Durban Super Giants Will Win the Match