Royals’ seamer Ottniel Baartman had 15 runs to defend in the final over, and after Kagiso Rabada smashed the third delivery for six over long off, it seemed the momentum had swung MI Cape Town’s way.
Capitals eased past MI Cape Town by 85 runs to earn a bonus point victory at Newlands.
The victory propelled the Sunrisers to the top of the Betway SA20 table with 10 points, while the Capitals remain winless after two matches.
Durban Super Giants secured a nail-biting last-ball victory, edging out Pretoria Capitals by just two runs in a thrilling SA20 season 3 match at Kingsmead.
SA20 commissioner and former South Africa captain Graeme Smith believes leagues like UAE’s ILT20 are not good for the game as there’s no investment back into growing the game locally.
The 39-year-old former India international boasts intimate knowledge of franchise T20 cricket, having been part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) since its inception in 2008. He has represented six teams during his 16-year IPL career.
South Africa’s fast-bowling spearhead Kagiso Rabada said the players have no other choice, but to do what they are told…
All six SA20 franchises on Thursday announced a competitive set of preliminary squads ahead of season 2, the auction for which will take place on September 27.
They also have broadcast rights of the ongoing SA20 franchise league and Indian broadcast rights of international cricket in South Africa from 2024-31.
The MI Cape Town jersey is a modern artist's interpretation of savannas, faunal stripes, and an abundance of natural resources that lies in the rich culture and heritage of the region.
