SA20 2025: Newlands Stadium, Cape Town Pitch Report Ahead of MICT vs SEC Match

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Match 25 of SA20 2025 will take place at Newlands, Cape Town, where MI Cape Town will take on Sunrisers Eastern Cape. The match is set for Wednesday, January 29.

Both teams have had a mixed season so far, with four wins each. MI Cape Town dominated the first meeting between these two sides earlier in the tournament, winning by 97 runs. MI Cape Town currently sits in second place on the points table with 21 points, including three bonus points. They have won four matches out of seven and lost twice.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape, led by Aiden Markram, had a tough start, losing their first three matches. However, they bounced back with four consecutive wins before Joburg Super Kings halted their streak. Players like Tristan Stubbs and David Bedingham have been in good form for the team. MI Cape Town, playing at home, will look to make the most of the conditions.

How the Pitch Plays

Newlands is known for being a good batting surface. Several high-scoring matches have taken place at this venue, even in this season. Fast bowlers might get some early movement with the new ball, but as the match progresses, batting becomes easier. Spinners do not get much assistance from the pitch.

Since most matches at this venue have been won by teams bowling first, the toss-winning captain is likely to opt for bowling.

Newlands, Cape Town: Is it Batting or Bowling Friendly?

The pitch at Newlands generally favors batters. While pacers might get early swing, batting conditions improve as the game goes on. Spinners have struggled to make a major impact here. Teams chasing a target have found success more often.

T20 Numbers at Newlands

• Total matches played: 38
• Matches won batting first: 15
• Matches won bowling first: 21
• Average first innings score: 151
• Average second innings score: 138
• Highest total recorded: 213/5 (ENG-W vs PAK-W)
• Lowest total recorded: 95/10 (IRE-W vs PAK-W)
• Highest total chased: 192/1 (ENG vs SA)
• Lowest total defended: 119/3 (SA-W vs WI-W)

With MI Cape Town playing at home and the surface favoring batters, an exciting contest is on the cards.

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