SA20 2025: Boland Park Pitch Report Ahead of PR vs MICT
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The ninth match of SA20 2025 will take place at Boland Park in Paarl, where Paarl Royals will face MI Cape Town. These teams met recently in Cape Town, where MI Cape Town secured a convincing 33-run win.
MI Cape Town currently sits at the top of the points table with two wins from three matches. The Paarl Royals, with one win and one loss from two matches, are placed fifth.
This match at Boland Park promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams look to make an impact in the tournament.
How the Pitch Plays
The surface at Boland Park has already hosted a high-scoring game this season, with over 340 runs scored in a day. This indicates that the pitch is batting-friendly. Batters who play proper shots and execute their plans well are likely to be rewarded.
As the match progresses, the pitch tends to flatten, making it even better for batting. Teams winning the toss should consider bowling first to take advantage of the early movement for bowlers and then chase under more favorable batting conditions. A competitive total would be around 170-180, with teams targeting scores close to 200 runs.
Boland Park T20 Pitch Stats
Stats | T20 Matches |
---|---|
Total Matches | 10 |
Matches Won Batting First | 6 |
Matches Won Bowling First | 4 |
Average 1st Innings Score | 130 |
Average 2nd Innings Score | 102 |
Highest Total Recorded | 173/9 (AUSW vs NZW) |
Lowest Total Recorded | 60/10 (SLW vs NZW) |
Highest Score Chased | 147/6 (ENG vs RSA) |
Lowest Score Defended | 97/10 (WIW vs RSAW) |
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