SA20 2025-26: Match 27, DSG vs PR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s SA20 match between Durban Super Giants vs Paarl Royals?

Durban Super Giants (DSG) face Paarl Royals (PR) in match No. 27 of the ongoing SA20 2025-26 at Kingsmead, Durban, on Saturday, January 17.

By Adreej Kumar Mitra

Updated - 16 Jan 2026, 16:50 IST

5 Min Read

Durban Super Giants (DSG) face Paarl Royals (PR) in match No. 27 of the ongoing SA20 2025-26 at Kingsmead, Durban, on Saturday, January 17.

Aiden Markram-led Durban Super Giants have had a disappointing campaign so far but they are still not out of contention for a spot in the playoffs. In nine matches, they have two wins and four defeats. The Super Giants lost their most recent clash, which was against the Royals, by six wickets.

On the other hand, Paarl Royals are the league leaders, having won five matches and lost just two in the ongoing season. One of their matches ended without a result. The Royals have already qualified for the playoffs. David Miller's men have won their last two matches, beating the Super Giants and Pretoria Capitals.


DSG vs PR Match Details

Match Durban Super Giants vs Paarl Royals, Match 27, SA20 2025-26
Date and Time (IST) Saturday, January 17; 4:30 PM
Venue Kingsmead, Durban
Broadcast and Live-Streaming JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar (App and Website)

Kingsmead, Durban Pitch Report

Spinners have done well at this venue and a prime example came earlier this season when the Super Giants faced Joburg Super Kings. Batters will have to give themselves some time to assess the conditions. Bowling first will be helpful as it is easier when the chasing side will has a score in front of them on such tracks.


DSG vs PR Head-to-Head Record in T20s

Matches Played 07
Durban Super Giants Won 03
Paarl Royals Won 04
Tied / No Results 00
First-ever fixture January 15, 2023
Most-recent fixture January 13, 2026 

DSG vs PR Predicted Playing 11s

Durban Super Giants (DSG):

Sunil Narine, Aiden Markram (C), Jos Buttler, David Bedingham, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Liam Livingstone, Evan Jones, David Wiese, Eathan Bosch, Simon Harmer, Noor Ahmad.

Paarl Royals (PR):

Lhuan-dre Pretorius (WK), Asa Tribe, Rubin Hermann, Dan Lawrence, David Miller (C), Sikandar Raza, Delano Potgieter, Hardus Viljoen, Waqar Salamkheil, Bjorn Fortuin, Ottneil Baartman.

DSG vs PR Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: David Miller

David Miller has led the Royals from the front. In seven innings, he has scored 191 runs at an average of 47.75 and a strike rate of 151.58. The left-handed batter would want to continue his purple patch on Saturday.


Probable Best Bowler: Ottneil Baartman

Baartman is the leading wicket-taker in the tournament. He has accounted for 16 wickets in five matches at an average of 9.43. He will be oozing with confidence, having bagged a five-for in the last game against Pretoria Capitals.


Today's Match Prediction: Paarl Royals to win the match

DSG

vs

PR

SA20

Match Information

vs
Jan 17, 2026
Kingsmead, Durban, Durban
11:00 AM

Second To Bat

Powerplay: 50-60
170-180

Second To Bat

Powerplay: 45-55
160-170

Win Probability

DSG 55%
PR 45%

Disclaimer

The 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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