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SA20 Final: Sunrisers Eastern face Super Giants in the final showdown

Saturday, 10-Feb-2024
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An exhilarating showdown will be witnessed on Saturday in SA20 2024 tournament when Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Durban Super Giants battle it out in the final at Newlands. Both teams have exhibited exceptional skills and determination throughout the tournament, making their way to the summit clash with commendable performances.

It’s been a remarkable tournament for Sunrisers Eastern Cape this year under the leadership of dynamic Aiden Markram. They have topped the points table, showing outmost resilience in their campaign. Players like Dawid Malan, Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs have been instrumental in guiding the team to the final. Additionally, the all-round performance from Marco Jansen has added depth to the team’s success. 

Durban Super Giants, on the other hand, have emerged as a powerful force under the leadership of Keshav Maharaj. They stormed into the final by beating Joburg Super Kings in the qualifier 2. The side has an incredibly talented batting lineup in Quinton de Kock, Wiaan Mulder and fiery Heinrich Klaasen. They are the team to be reckoned with after displaying their impeccable resilience throughout the tournament. 

The final showdown is going to be utterly competitive with both teams boasting strong matches whether it is batting lineup or bowling lineup. 

Durban Super Giants Probable XI: Matthew Breetzke, Quinton de Kock (wk), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Heinrich Klaasen, JJ Smuts, Dwaine Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj (c), Reece Topley, Junior Dala, Naveen-ul-Haq

Sunrisers Eastern Cape Probable XI: Jordan Hermann, Dawid Malan, Tom Abell, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Patrick Kruger, Liam Dawson, Marco Jansen, Simon Harmer, Ottniel Baartman, Daniel Worrall

 

 

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