WATCH: MICT’s Trent Boult shines with two consecutive wickets against Sunrisers in SA20 opener

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Excitement from SA20 2025 season is palpable, with fans eagerly anticipating the clash in between MI Cape Town and defending champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape. As the first game unfolded at St George’s Park, cricket enthusiasts were treated to an exciting display of talent, especially MI Cape Town’s new signing, Trent Boult. The Kiwi pacer made an immediate impact on his debut, wowing fans and setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting season.

MI Cape Town set a formidable target for Sunrisers Eastern Cape

The atmosphere at St George’s Park was tense as both teams prepared for battle. Sunrisers Eastern Cape, led by captain Aiden Markramhe won the toss and decided to throw the ball first. This decision initially seemed strategic; however, MI Cape Town had other plans. Dewald Brevis emerged as the standout player for MI Cape Town, scoring an incredible 57 runs off just 29 balls, propelling his team to a competitive total of 174 runs after 20 overs. His innings provided a solid foundation for MI Cape Town, but it was Boult’s bowling that really stole the spotlight.

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Trent Boult hits with two wickets

Boult’s introduction to the bowling attack marked a pivotal moment in the match. In the third over of Sunrisers’ innings, Boult showed his exceptional skill by taking two wickets in consecutive deliveries. First, he rejected Zak Crawley with a delivery that rattled the stumps, leaving the batsman stunned. On the very next ball, Boult took a brilliant reflex from his own delivery and sent the ball Tom Abell back to the pavilion. These early moves not only put the Sunrisers on the back foot but also ignited the hopes of the MI Cape Town supporters for a win.

Boult’s ability to strike early is a testament to his experience and skill as a fast bowler. Known for his left-arm pace and swing, he was a formidable force in international cricket. His performance on debut not only enthralled the MI fans but also convinced the management who invested ₹12.50 crore on him during the IPL auction.

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Promising start for MI Cape Town

With Boult’s early wickets putting pressure on Sunrisers Eastern Cape, MI Cape Town capitalized on this momentum during the innings. A combination of Boult and a fellow pacer Kagiso Rabada proved deadly with a storm of Delano Potgieterwho picked up five wickets, because they constantly bothered the batsmen with their pace and accuracy. Sunrisers struggled to build partnerships, eventually falling short of the set target by a huge margin of 97 runs, winning the set by a paltry 77 runs.

This match marked a significant turnaround for MI Cape Town, who had faced challenges in previous seasons. Coach Robin PetersonThe strategy of including experienced players like Boult and Rabada seems to have paid off early in the tournament.