In the first qualifier match of SA20 2025, Paarl Royals (PR) and MI Cape Town (MICT) will face each other. This match will be played on February 4 at St. George’s Park, Gqeberha, at 9 PM (Indian Standard Time). The winning team will directly qualify for the final, while the losing team will get another chance in Qualifier 2. Both teams have performed exceptionally well this season and are ready to give their best in this crucial encounter.
Paarl Royals have experienced batsmen like Joe Root, David Miller, and Dinesh Karthik, while their bowling attack will rely heavily on Lungi Ngidi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman. On the other hand, MI Cape Town boasts world-class bowlers like Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, and Trent Boult, who can dismantle any batting lineup. Batters like Rassie van der Dussen, Reeza Hendricks, and Dewald Brevis will play a crucial role in strengthening their innings.
While creating a Dream11 fantasy team for this match, maintaining a balance will be essential. Dinesh Karthik and Ryan Rickelton are good choices for wicketkeeper. For batting, Joe Root, Rassie van der Dussen, and Dewald Brevis can be valuable picks. As an all-rounder, George Linde is a strong contender, while bowlers like Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, and Lungi Ngidi should be included in the squad.
For the captain and vice-captain choices, Rassie van der Dussen and George Linde are ideal first-choice picks, while Rashid Khan and Joe Root can be considered as second-choice options.
Match Details
- Match: Paarl Royals vs MI Cape Town, Qualifier 1, SA20 2025
- Venue: St. George’s Park, Gqeberha
- Date & Time: February 4, 9:00 PM (IST)
- Live Broadcast & Streaming: Star Sports 2, Sports18 (2), Disney+ Hotstar
Predicted Playing 11
Paarl Royals (PR)
- Luan-Dre Pretorius
- Joe Root
- Sam Hain
- David Miller (Captain)
- Mitchell van Buuren
- Dinesh Karthik (Wicketkeeper)
- Dayaan Galiem
- Bjorn Fortuin
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman
- Kwena Maphaka
- Lungi Ngidi
MI Cape Town (MICT)
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Reeza Hendricks
- Ryan Rickelton (Wicketkeeper)
- Colin Ingram
- Dewald Brevis
- George Linde
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Delano Potgieter
- Rashid Khan (Captain)
- Kagiso Rabada
- Trent Boult
PR vs MICT Dream11 Team: Best Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
First Choice (Top Picks):
⭐ Captain: Rassie van der Dussen – In excellent form with the ability to play big innings. His consistency and classic batting make him a strong captaincy option.
⭐ Vice-Captain: George Linde – A brilliant all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball. His ability to earn fantasy points in multiple ways makes him an ideal vice-captain.
Second Choice (Other Great Options):
🔥 Captain: Rashid Khan – A world-class spinner who can turn the game around not just with the ball but also with the bat. His impact in T20 cricket makes him a solid captaincy contender.
🔥 Vice-Captain: Joe Root – A technically sound batsman who brings stability and can score runs in any situation. His reliability makes him a great vice-captaincy choice.
Including these players in your Dream11 team will maximize your fantasy points and increase your chances of winning. 🚀
