Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s heroics in vain as Durban Super Giants edge Pretoria Capitals in SA20 2025 thriller.
The SA20 2025 he began electrified as Durban Super Giants (DSG) achieved a narrow victory in 2 sets through Pretoria Capitals in the second match of the tournament. The encounter at Kingsmead was a batting spectacle, with both teams showing immense firepower and determination.
The Durban Super Giants have set a huge target
Electing to bat first after winning the toss, DSG amassed an imposing total of 209/4 in their 20 overs. Bryce Parsons (47 of 28) i Matthew Breetzke (33 from 20) provided a great start, while Kane Williamson anchored the innings with a moderate 60 off 40. Late fireworks provided Wiaan Mulderwho slammed 45 off just 19 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes, pushing DSG past the 200-run mark.
Senuran Muthusamy he was the best bowler for the Capitals, taking 3 wickets for just 21 runs in his 4 overs. Liam Livingstone also chipped in with key wickets, even as the rest of the bowling unit struggled to contain DSG’s explosive line-up of batsmen.
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Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s heroism in vain
In reply, Pretoria Capitals came agonizingly close to pulling off the chase, finishing on 207/6 in their 20 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz he was sensational, smashing 89 runs off 43 balls with 3 fours and 7 towering sixes. Will Jacks he complemented it with a blistering 64 off 35 balls, setting the tone for a thrilling chase.
However, DSG’s bowlers held their nerve in the death overs. Chris wakes up (2/42) i Noor Ahmad (2/34) brought key developments, doc Keshav Maharaj and Naveen ul Haq each picked up a wicket to limit the Capitals to just short of the mark. Despite finishing on the losing side, Gurbaz was named man of the match for his brilliant hitting that kept the Capitals in contention throughout the contest.
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