By Zainab Shafiq 
SA20 2025 Match 18 Details
- Match: Durban Super Giants vs Paarl Royals, 18th Match
- Date: January 23, 2025
- Venue: Kingsmead, Durban
- Time: PST 8:30 PM | GMT 3:30 PM | LOCAL 5:30 PM
Preview
The Durban Super Giants will take on the Paarl Royals in the 18th match of SA20 2025. The Paarl Royals are in fine form, currently sitting in second place on the points table with four wins from five matches. A win in this match will further solidify their position in the playoffs.
On the other hand, the Durban Super Giants are struggling, with only one victory from their six matches. Placed at the bottom of the table, they are desperate for a win to stay alive in the competition. Their key players, including skipper Keshav Maharaj, need to step up if they want to keep their campaign afloat.
With the contrasting form of the two teams, this promises to be an intriguing contest.
Pitch and Weather Report
- Pitch Report: The Kingsmead surface generally offers assistance to bowlers, particularly the seamers, due to its bounce and carry. Spinners may also come into play as the match progresses. A score of 150-160 could prove to be challenging on this pitch.
- Weather: Clear skies are expected in Durban, with temperatures ranging between 24-28°C. No interruptions due to rain are anticipated.
Predicted XI for SA20 2025 Match 18
Durban Super Giants:
Quinton de Kock (wk), Matthew Breetzke, Brandon King, Kane Williamson, Heinrich Klaasen, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj (c), Dwaine Pretorius, Naveen-ul-Haq, Junior Dala, Noor Ahmad
Paarl Royals:
Joe Root, David Miller (c), Sam Hain, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Dayyaan Galiem, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lungi Ngidi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Dunith Wellalage, Bjorn Fortuin, Mitchell Van Buuren
Dream11 Team Prediction
- Wicketkeepers: Quinton de Kock, Dinesh Karthik
- Batters: Joe Root, David Miller, Brandon King
- All-Rounders: Wiaan Mulder, Dwaine Pretorius, Andile Phehlukwayo
- Bowlers: Keshav Maharaj, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman
Captain: Quinton de Kock
Vice-Captain: David Miller
Where to Watch SA20 2025 Match 18
Region-wise Broadcast Details:
- South Africa: Supersport Channels: 201, 209, 212, 490 | Streaming: DStv.com
- India: Sports18 2, Star Sports 2 | Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
- United Kingdom & Northern Ireland: Sky Sports | Streaming: To be announced
- Australia: Fox Sports | Streaming: To be announced
- South-East Asia & New Zealand: Willow | Streaming: Triller TV
- North America, Caribbean & Continental Europe: Willow | Streaming: Triller TV
- Middle East & North Africa (MENA): N/A | Streaming: Etisalat