Durban Super Giants vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape Match Report
The 11th game of the SA20 2025 series saw the Durban Super Giants defeat the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in an intriguing contest at Kingsmead, Durban. The Durban Super Giants easily chased down the set total, winning by 58 runs in the evening-lit contest.
After losing the toss and having to bat first, the Sunrisers Eastern Cape scored a respectable 165 for 5 in the 20 overs they were given. Tom Abell’s strong 57, which included five boundaries and a six, was the innings’ high point. It gave stability following an early setback when opener David Bedingham was dismissed for just 10. With 38 off 29 balls, Zak Crawley made a substantial contribution as well, providing the middle order with a platform to capitalize. The Sunrisers appeared to have a manageable total thanks to Marco Jansen’s late cameo of 36 not out with three boundaries and a six.
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The Super Giants’ best bowler, Noor Ahmad, disrupted the Sunrisers’ batting order by taking four wickets for just 25 runs in his four overs. Additionally, Naveen-ul-Haq contributed by taking a vital wicket and getting rid of Bedingham.
In response, the Durban Super Giants’ innings got off to a terrible start as they kept losing wickets. A brief period of steadiness was offered by Matthew Breetzke and Bryce Parsons, who combined for 40 runs for the first wicket before Parsons was run out. The Sunrisers’ bowlers, especially Ottneil Baartman and Liam Dawson, who each claimed two wickets, caused mayhem after that, as the innings collapsed. Breetzke and Kane Williamson, who only managed three runs off six balls, were both crucially removed by Dawson, who was very efficient.
Quinton de Kock attempted to lead the innings with a quick 21, but the needed rate continued to rise as wickets fell all around him. Wiaan Mulder, who leads the Giants in scoring with 22, Jason Smith, and Heinrich Klaasen all did not contribute significantly. As evidence of the Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s disciplined bowling and astute fielding, the innings ended at 107 all out in just 18.1 overs.
The Sunrisers’ bowlers set the tone for what was predicted to be a competitive game but ended up being a resounding victory for the Durban Super Giants because of their opponents’ batting collapse. This game demonstrated the value of a strong bowling and fielding effort. With their bowlers leading the fight, the Giants’ triumph not only improved their tournament standings but also demonstrated their capacity to recover quickly.
