SA20 2025: Will Jacks and Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s Explosive 150-Run Stand Ends in Defeat
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A dazzling opening partnership of 154 runs between Will Jacks and Rahmanullah Gurbaz lit up the SA20 match, but despite their heroics, the Pretoria Capitals fell short in a thrilling contest against the Durban Super Giants. The duo’s powerful half-century knocks gave Pretoria a dream start, but the middle and lower order failed to capitalize, leaving their efforts in vain.
A Record-Breaking Opening Stand
Will Jacks and Rahmanullah Gurbaz dominated the Durban bowlers from the very first ball, delivering one of the best opening partnerships of the season. The pair added 154 runs in just 12.1 overs, setting the tone for a massive total.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz was in sublime touch, hammering 89 runs off just 43 balls, including 10 fours and 5 sixes. His ability to take on both pace and spin left the Durban bowlers searching for answers. Will Jacks provided equally solid support, smashing 64 runs off 35 balls with 7 fours and 3 sixes. Together, they ensured Pretoria Capitals were cruising at over 12 runs per over.
The Turning Point: Noor Ahmad Breaks the Partnership
Just when it looked like the Capitals were headed for a 220-plus total, Durban Super Giants’ spinner Noor Ahmad produced a moment of magic as he dismissed Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Shortly after, He clean-bowled Will Jacks with a brilliant delivery that turned sharply, breaking the dangerous partnership.
Following the departure of the openers, the Pretoria Capitals’ middle order crumbled under pressure. Their key players like Rilee Rossouw and Liam Livingstone failed to step up, unable to maintain the scoring rate established by the openers.
Naveen-ul-Haq and Keshav Maharaj bowled tight spells in the death overs, restricting Pretoria to 207/6—a total that seemed underwhelming after their blazing start.
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