Aiden Markram’s Brilliant 82 Guides Sunrisers Eastern Cape to 175 Against Paarl Royals in SA20 2025

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Aiden Markram played a captain’s knock to help Sunrisers Eastern Cape post a competitive total of 175/5 in their first innings against Paarl Royals at Boland Park. Markram’s composed yet aggressive batting made a huge difference, especially after early wickets.

The innings started with Zak Crawley and Jordan Hermann opening for Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Mujeeb Ur Rahman dismissed both batters in quick succession, with Crawley scoring 27 off 18 and Hermann managing 10 off 11. Tom Abell contributed 20 off 12 before being run out, leaving the team at 69/3 in the 9th over.

Markram then took charge, stabilizing the innings and accelerating at the right moments. His knock of 82 from 49 balls included seven boundaries and two sixes. He batted with confidence and kept the scoreboard ticking despite losing partners at the other end.

Aiden Markram’s Dismissal and the Final Overs

Markram’s innings ended in the final over when Kwena Maphaka’s slower delivery forced him to mistime a shot. The ball went high towards long-off, where Sam Hain completed a tumbling catch near the boundary. Markram’s wicket fell at 171/4, just four runs short of the end of the innings.

Tristan Stubbs remained unbeaten on 28 from 26 balls, playing a steady role to ensure the Sunrisers reached a strong total. Marco Jansen chipped in with 4 off 4 before falling on the last ball of the innings.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 27 runs in his four overs. Kwena Maphaka also impressed with figures of 2/35, including the crucial wicket of Markram. Bjorn Fortuin bowled economically, conceding only 24 runs in his four overs.

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