Table toppers Sunrisers Eastern Cape will take on the bottom-placed Durbans Super Gaints in match number 21 of SA20 2026/26 at 7 PM IST on Sunday. Tristan Stubbs and co. have won 3 out of the 6 games the have played so far, while DSG have won just one of the seven matches. The two teams were scheduled to lock horns on January 9 but the match was abandoned due to rain.
Match Details
- Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban’s Super Giants
- Date: January 11, 2026
- Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha
- Time: 7 PM IST
Pitch Report: St George’s Park
Historically, St George’s Park is known for its slower nature compared to other South African tracks. While the new ball might offer some swing under the lights, the pitch tends to grip as the match progresses, making the middle overs a challenge for the batters. Spinners and bowlers with deceptive slower deliveries will be the key here. A total in the range of 165-175 is usually competitive on this surface.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 6
- Sunrisers Eastern Cape Won: 3
- Durban’s Super Giants Won: 2
- No Result: 1
The rivalry is incredibly tight. While SEC won the crucial final last season to lift the trophy, DSG has often dominated the group-stage encounters with their aggressive brand of cricket.
Probable Playing XIs
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: Jordan Hermann, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs (WK), Tom Abell, Patrick Kruger, Marco Jansen, Liam Dawson, Beyers Swanepoel, Simon Harmer, Ottniel Baartman, Daniel Worrall.
Durban’s Super Giants: Quinton de Kock (WK), Matthew Breetzke, JJ Smuts, Heinrich Klaasen, Marcus Stoinis, Wiaan Mulder, Dwaine Pretorius, Keshav Maharaj (C), Noor Ahmad, Reece Topley, Junior Dala.
Key Players to Watch
- Aiden Markram (SEC): The skipper loves the pressure of big games and is a vital cog in the middle order and with his off-spin.
- Heinrich Klaasen (DSG): Arguably the best T20 batter in the world right now, Klaasen’s ability to clear the ropes against both pace and spin makes him the biggest threat to SEC.
- Marco Jansen (SEC): With his left-arm angle and ability to strike early in the powerplay, Jansen will be crucial in stopping DSG’s explosive top order.
- Noor Ahmad (DSG): On a Gqeberha track that offers grip, Ahmad’s wrist-spin could be the game-changer in the middle overs.
Match Prediction: Who will win today?
This is a battle between SEC’s disciplined bowling and DSG’s explosive batting. Sunrisers Eastern Cape have a psychological edge playing at home and being the defending champions. However, Durban’s Super Giants possess a deep batting lineup that can take the game away in a matter of overs.
Prediction: Given the balanced nature of the SEC squad and their familiarity with the conditions at St George’s Park, Sunrisers Eastern Cape start as slight favorites to win this encounter. However, if Heinrich Klaasen stays at the crease for more than 30 balls, the scales will tilt heavily in favor of DSG.
Winner Prediction: Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC)
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