Cape Town: Durban Super Giants (DSG) made a statement in the opening match of the SA20 2025–26 season, defeating MI Cape Town (MICT) by 15 runs at Newlands on Friday. In a run-fest that thrilled fans, DSG’s power-packed batting and timely wickets proved decisive.
DSG Post Massive 232 After Batting First
After winning the toss, Durban Super Giants opted to bat and made full use of the conditions, piling up a formidable 232/5 in 20 overs.
- Devon Conway provided the explosive start with 64 off 33 balls
- Kane Williamson anchored the innings with a fluent 40 off 25
- Skipper Aiden Markram accelerated brilliantly, smashing 35 off 17
- Evan Jones finished the innings in style with an unbeaten 33 off 14
MI Cape Town’s bowlers struggled to contain the scoring, conceding runs at nearly 12 an over despite picking up wickets at intervals.
Rickelton’s Stunning Century Keeps MICT Alive
Chasing a steep target of 233, MI Cape Town stayed in the contest largely due to a sensational knock from Ryan Rickelton.
The wicketkeeper-batter hammered 113 off 63 balls, striking 11 sixes, and kept the chase alive deep into the innings.
Jason Smith added momentum with a rapid 41 off just 14 balls, briefly swinging the game in MICT’s favour.
However, the asking rate kept climbing as wickets fell at crucial moments.
Eathan Bosch Turns the Game with Four Wickets
Durban Super Giants regained control through Eathan Bosch, who delivered a match-defining spell of 4/46.
His breakthroughs disrupted MI Cape Town’s chase, while David Wiese and Simon Harmer provided key support to apply pressure during the death overs.
MI Cape Town eventually finished on 217/7, falling short despite Rickelton’s heroics.
Match Summary: MI Cape Town vs Durban Super Giants
- Match: 1st Match, SA20 2025–26
- Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
- Result: Durban Super Giants won by 15 runs
- Top Scorer: Ryan Rickelton (113)
- Best Bowler: Eathan Bosch (4/46)
What This Result Means
The win gives Durban Super Giants early momentum in the tournament, showcasing their batting depth and bowling balance.
For MI Cape Town, despite the loss, Ryan Rickelton’s century and Jason Smith’s hitting offer strong positives heading into their next fixture.
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