SEC vs DSG Match Preview

Sunrisers Eastern Cape will face Durban Super Giants in the 14th SA20 match on January 19, 2025, at St George's Park, Gqeberha, at 7 p.m. IST. The third installment of SA20 in South Africa will feature six domestic teams playing in a round-robin format, resulting in playoffs and a final to determine the champion. So far in the SA20 2025, both Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Durban Super Giants have performed poorly. They are one of the two teams at the bottom of the points table. Sunrisers Eastern Cape secured a huge victory over the Durban Super Giants in their previous match, and they hope to build on that momentum in this crucial match.

SEC vs DSG Match Details 

Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban Super Giants – 14th Match, SA20

Venue: Saint George's Park, Gqeberha

Date & Time: 19th January 2025 at 07:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode

SEC vs DSG Venue Stats

SEC vs DSG Pitch Report

The 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.

SEC vs DSG Weather Report

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

SEC vs DSG Last Five Matches

SEC vs DSG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SEC vs DSG Probable Playing XIs:

Durban Super Giants Probable Playing XIs

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Probable Playing XIs

David Bedingham, Zak Crawley, Tom Abell, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Jordan Hermann, Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson, Simon Harmer, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson

Topmost Picks for SEC vs DSG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Durban Super Giants

• Kane Williamson – Kane Williamson was the top scorer with 60 of 40 balls with 3 fours and 2 sixes.
• Prenelan Subrayen –  Senuran Muthusamy bagged a 2-24 in his 4 overs for an economy of 6.00.

Top Picks – Sunrisers Eastern Cape

• Aiden Markram – Aiden Markram, he played a valuable knock of 57 in 39 balls.
• Marco Jansen –  Marco Jansen offers pace options that boost the attack, 2-31 in his 4 overs.

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

Quinton de Kock, Tristan Stubbs, Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen(C), Heinrich Klaasen, Kane Williamson, Wiaan Mulder, Noor Ahmad(VC), Naveen-ul-Haq, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson

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

Quinton de Kock(C), Tristan Stubbs, Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Tom Abell, Kane Williamson, Wiaan Mulder(VC), Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ottneil Baartman, Richard Gleeson

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Marco Jansen, Quinton de Kock

Vice-captain – Wiaan Mulder, Noor Ahmad

Wicketkeeper – Quinton de Kock

SEC vs DSG Probable Winners:

This is basically a bottom-of-the-table matchup between the teams that were finalists last season. Sunrisers Eastern Cape began the season poorly, losing three of their first three games, but the champions responded with a 58-run victory over Durban Super Giants in their previous match. In contrast, the Durban Super Giants won their first game but have since lost all of their subsequent games. The Sunrisers Eastern Cape, especially after their previous win over the Durban Super Giants, are going to have a psychological advantage in this game. Considering the team combination, Sunrisers Eastern Cape is expected to win this match.

Easter Cape finally get a win. Their batting might has shown up and taken advantage of a shaky bowling attack and the momentum seems back and firmly with the Sunrisers.

SEC vs DSG Match Details

Date: January 19th, 2025

Time:  7:00 PM IST

Venue: St George's Park, Gqeberha 

SEC vs DSG Weather Report

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

SEC vs DSG Pitch Report

St George's Park looks pretty balanced with batting second a better choice.

SEC 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

SEC Playing XI

Zak Crawley, Aiden Markaram, Liam Dawson, David Bedingham, Tristin Stubbs, Tom Abell, Roleof Van Der Merwe, Craig Overton, Marco Jansen, Ottneil Baartman, Andile Simelane  

SEC 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.

Tristin Stubbs

Stubbs is another young performer who comes in a lot more mature this season. He is batting well in Tests as well and will be a lot more confident.

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SEC vs DSG Match Tips

Both teams went pretty well in their first games but DSG could be a little more well placed with a settled line-up.

Match Prediction: Durban Super Giants Will Win the Match

SEC vs DSG Match Preview

Sunrisers Eastern Cape and the Durban Super Giants will face off in Match 5 of the 2024 SA20 tournament on Saturday evening in Gqeberha. The Sunrisers did not play in their first game, but Durban Super Giants defeated MI Cape Town by 11 runs (DLS). Sunrisers Eastern Cape has a good squad of players, but they may be lacking in match practice compared to their opponents, who did take the field in their first game. However, there is certainly enough talent on the team to challenge the Super Giants all the way. Durban Super Giants will head to St George’s Park with confidence after defeating MI Cape Town on Thursday evening. They will know they are in for a difficult evening on Saturday, but they should have enough to win.

SEC vs DSG Match Details

Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban Super Giants – 05th Match

Venue: St Georges Park – Gqeberha

Date & Time: 13th January 2024 at 09:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioCinema

SEC vs DSG Venue Stats

SEC vs DSG Pitch Report

After the rain prevented play in the first game, there will be some moisture in the wicket and outfield. A par score is likely to be no more than 175.

SEC vs DSG Weather Report

The weather will be sunny and humid at the start of the game, with temperatures falling from 22 to 20 degrees after sunset. No rain is expected on Saturday evening.

SEC vs DSG Last Five Matches

SEC vs DSG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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SEC vs DSG Probable Playing XIs:

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Probable Playing XIs

Temba Bavuma, Adam Rossington (wk), Dawid Malan, Aiden Markram (c), Jordan Hermann, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson, Brydon Carse, Simon Harmer, Ottniel Baartman

Durban Super Giants Probable Playing XIs

Quinton de Kock (wk), Matthew Breetzke, Wiaan Mulder, Nicholas Pooran, Keemo Paul, Heinrich Klaasen, Dwaine Pretorius, Prenelan Subrayen, Keshav Maharaj (c), Reece Topley, Richard Gleeson

Topmost Picks for SEC vs DSG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sunrisers Eastern Cape

• Dawid Malan – The experienced left-hander has hit over 8600 T20 runs in his career and on a pitch which offers a bit more for the bowlers, his slightly slower approach could be crucial.
• Liam Dawson – The left-arm spinner has taken 193 wickets in T20 cricket and dismissed a batter in each of his last two BBL appearances in December.

Top Picks – Durban Super Giants

• Heinrich Klaasen – The 32 year old South Africa international got off to a brilliant start to the tournament with the Player of the Match Award after striking eight sixes and four fours.
• Keemo Paul – The West Indies international bowling all-rounder picked up the key wickets of openers Rassie van der Dussen and Ryan Rickleton in the opening match.

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

Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, Heinrich Klaasen, Dawid Malan, Jordan Hermann, Aiden Markram(C), Marco Jansen(VC), Dwaine Pretorius, Keshav Maharaj, Reece Topley, Simon Harmer

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

Quinton de Kock(C), Heinrich Klaasen, Tristan Stubbs, Dawid Malan(VC), Jordan Hermann, Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Dwaine Pretorius, Keemo Paul, Reece Topley, Simon Harmer

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock

Vice-captain – Marco Jansen, Dawid Malan

Wicketkeeper – Quinton de Kock

SEC vs DSG Probable Winners:

A Saturday evening fixture at St George’s Park should be a noisy affair in the stands, with plenty of action on the pitch. The surface is likely to be slightly more bowler-friendly than usual, which could result in a close and competitive match. There isn’t much to choose between the bowling attacks, but Heinrich Klaasen’s batting form is truly exceptional right now. As a result, we expect the Durban Super Giants to win. Considering the team combination, Durban Super Giants is expected to win this match.