Anticipation peaks in Cape Town ahead of the SA20 final on January 25 at iconic Newlands, where Pretoria Capitals challenge Sunrisers Eastern Cape for the ultimate prize. It’s a clash of eras: Pretoria’s quest for a first title against Sunrisers’ bid for a third.
The finalists’ journeys were contrasting yet compelling. Pretoria shocked Sunrisers in Qualifier 1, riding on disciplined bowling and clutch batting. Sunrisers responded with a clinical demolition of Paarl Royals, underscoring their big-match temperament. Both notched identical league records of five wins in 10 outings, with Sunrisers slightly ahead.
Sunrisers own SA20’s glittering history, appearing in every final and winning twice—most recently thrashing Durban by 89 runs in 2024, though they fell to MI Cape Town by 76 runs in 2025. Pretoria, coached by legend Sourav Ganguly, lost to them in the 2023 final but returns fiercer.
Tactical nuances abound. Pretoria’s spin options could trouble Sunrisers on a turning track, while Eastern Cape’s all-rounders offer balance. Star players from both sides are in form, ensuring a high-octane encounter.
This second head-to-head final revives season one’s drama, where Sunrisers prevailed. With everything on the line, expect innovation in strategies and raw emotion.
Starting 7 PM, the match will captivate global audiences, potentially etching new chapters in SA20 lore. Who will lift the trophy?