SA20 2023: Match 17, EAC vs JOH Match Prediction – Who will win today’s SA20 match between Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Joburg Super Kings?

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape (EAC) will be facing off against Joburg Super Kings (JOH) in Match 17 of the SA20 2023 at the St Georges Park in Gqeberha on Saturday, January 21. Both teams have so far had contrasting fortunes in the ongoing tournament and would be hoping to add a few more precious points to their tally.

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The Sunrisers are currently on a roll and will be oozing with confidence heading into this clash having won their last three matches including doing the double over MI Cape Town. They had registered a five-wicket victory over the Paarl Royals in their last match. The Sunrisers Eastern Cape are at the second position in the points table with three victories from five outings and 12 points to their tally at an NRR of -0.287.

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The Joburg Super Kings who had kickstarted their campaign with a win over the Durban’s Super Giants have completely lost the plot thereafter due to underwhelming batting performances and must now make amends for the same. They languish at the bottom of the six-team table with only two wins from five games with eight points at a dismal net run rate of -1.457.

Match Details

Venue: St George's Park, Gqeberha

Date & Time: January 21, 9:00 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sports18 & JioCinema App

Pitch Report

The surface at Gqeberha will be a good one for the batters and even the bowlers will get some purchase in the initial overs. Batting is expected to get easier as the contest progresses. Moreover, the chasing teams have ended up winning 18 out of the 35 domestic T20 matches at this venue. Therefore, the captain winning the toss will look to bowl first.

Probable Playing XIs for EAC vs JOH:

Sunrisers Eastern Cape (EAC):

Adam Rossington(w), Jordan Hermann, Sarel Erwee, Aiden Markram(c), Jordan Cox, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Ayabulela Gqamane, Roelof van der Merwe, Brydon Carse, Sisanda Magala

Joburg Super Kings (JOH):

Reeza Hendricks, Faf du Plessis(c), Leus du Plooy, Donavon Ferreira, Lewis Gregory, Romario Shepherd, Kyle Verreynne(w), Alzarri Joseph, Gerald Coetzee, Nandre Burger, Aaron Phangiso

Probable Best Performers from EAC vs JOH:

Probable best batter: Jordan Hermann

Jordan Hermann handled pressure brilliantly well during the Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s last match against the Paarl Royals. While his side kept losing wickets at regular intervals during their regulation chase of 128, Jordan did not press the panic button and kept the scoreboard ticking. He went on to score a match-winning 39-ball 43.

Probable best bowler: Aiden Markram

While skipper Aiden Markram is known for his impactful batting performances, he has also won a couple of games with the ball for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape that have also helped him in bagging the Player of the Match awards on two occasions. Markram finished with figures of 2/21 from his four overs at an economy of 5.25 against the Paarl Royals.

Today’s Match Prediction: Sunrisers Eastern Cape to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

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