Match Preview – Paarl Royals vs Joburg Super Kings( PR vs JSK ), Dream11 Prediction, Eliminator Match, SA20. Who Will Win, On January 22, 2025

Paarl Royals( PR ) is set to face Joburg Super Kings( JSK ) in their Eliminator match during the SA20, 2025-26. This match is scheduled to take place at the SuperSport Park on Thursday, January 22.


Match Preview – Paarl Royals vs Joburg Super Kings( PR vs JSK ), Dream11 Prediction, Eliminator Match, SA20. Who Will Win, On January 22, 2025

Match Details:

  • Match: Paarl Royals vs Joburg Super Kings( PR vs JSK ), Eliminator Match, SA20, 2025-26
  • Date and Time: January 22,  03:30 pm GMT / 09:00 pm IST / 05:30 pm local time
  • Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion

PR vs JSK Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – Paarl Royals
Who will win the match? – Joburg Super Kings

Paarl Royals vs Joburg Super Kings Preview:

Paarl Royals( PR ) is set to face Joburg Super Kings( JSK ) in their Eliminator match during the SA20, 2025-26. This match is scheduled to take place at the SuperSport Park on Thursday, January 22.

The Paarl Royals had a disappointing outing at Boland Park, missing a chance to secure a top-two finish after falling 44 runs short against the Joburg Super Kings in their final league match. Although the Royals started well with the ball, they couldn’t stop the JSK middle order from taking control in the closing overs, allowing 166 runs in total.

Chasing 167, the Royals never really got going. Dan Lawrence showed intent with a quick 45, and Lhuan-dre Pretorius added 32, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled against JSK’s spin attack.

Their hopes took a major hit when captain David Miller couldn’t bat due to injury. The Royals kept losing wickets at regular intervals and were eventually bowled out for 122 in 18.1 overs. The loss ended their league stage campaign, setting up a rematch against JSK in the Eliminator just four days later.


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For the Joburg Super Kings, the 44-run win was a crucial result that secured their place in the playoffs. After choosing to bat first, JSK posted a competitive 166/5, thanks largely to Leus du Plooy’s unbeaten 54 off 27 balls.

Neil Timmers gave them a strong start with 39 runs, helping them reach a solid powerplay total. When it came to defending the target, JSK’s bowlers were sharp on a pitch that offered inconsistent bounce.

Their spinners led the charge, with Prenelan Subrayen taking 3/14 and veteran Imran Tahir picking up 2/17, effectively stifling the Royals during the middle overs. All five bowlers used took wickets, including Nandre Burger, who helped wrap up the tail. This all-round display not only kept JSK’s season alive but also earned them a valuable bonus point heading into the Eliminator.

PR vs JSK Possible Playing XI:

Paarl Royals: Lhuan-dre Pretorius(w), Asa Tribe, Rubin Hermann, Dan Lawrence, David Miller(c), Delano Potgieter, Sikandar Raza, Nqobani Mokoena, Bjorn Fortuin, Waqar Salamkheil, Ottneil Baartman.

Joburg Super Kings: James Vince(c), Matthew De Villiers, Leus du Plooy, Wiaan Mulder, Dian Forrester, Neil Timmers(w), Michael-Kyle Pepper, Akeal Hosein, Nandre Burger, Prenelan Subrayen, Imran Tahir.

PR vs JSK Recent 5 Match Performance:

PR vs JSK Head-To-Head Records:

StatsMatchPR WonJSK WonNRTied
Overall94320
Recent 5 Matches51310

PR vs JSK Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bat first.

PR vs JSK Pitch Report:

SuperSport Park in Centurion offers a well-balanced pitch that provides something for both batters and bowlers. The surface typically has good pace and carry, giving fast bowlers an early advantage, while batsmen who play straight and use the pace of the wicket can settle quickly and find boundaries. The outfield is fast, making well-timed shots rewarding, while spinners may come into play in the middle overs but are unlikely to dominate. Evening matches can see dew affecting grip for bowlers, slightly favoring teams chasing. Overall, the pitch is expected to produce a competitive game, with totals in the range of 160–175 likely to be challenging but achievable.

PR vs JSK Weather Report:

On the evening of January 22 at around 5:30 PM local time, the weather at SuperSport Park in Centurion looks quite favorable for cricket. Temperatures are expected to be pleasant, around 22–24°C, making it comfortable for both players and fans. Skies should be partly sunny to mostly clear as the sun sets, with light cloud cover but no significant rain expected during the match window. Humidity will be moderate, typical of mid-summer conditions in Centurion, and winds are likely to stay gentle, so weather interruptions seem unlikely. Overall, conditions look good for a full evening of play with minimal weather impact.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings: 168–182 runs
2nd Innings: 165–185 runs

Key Notes:

Paarl Royals vs Joburg Super Kings Full Squad:

Paarl Royals: Lhuan-dre Pretorius, David Miller(c), Bjorn Fortuin, Rubin Hermann, Sikandar Raza, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Ottneil Baartman, Gudakesh Motie, Delano Potgieter, Kyle Verreynne, Keagan Lion-Cachet, Asa Tribe, Hardus Viljoen, Jacon Johannes Basson, Dan Lawrence, Eshan Malinga, Nqobani Mokoena, Vishen Halambage, Nqaba Peter.

Joburg Super Kings: Faf du Plessis, Donovan Ferreira, James Vince, Akeal Hosein, Richard Gleeson, Wiaan Mulder, Nandre Burger, Prenalen Subrayen, Dian Forrester, Steve Stolk, Janco Smit, Neil Timmers, Shubham Ranjane, Brandon King, Rilee Rossouw, Rivaldo Moonsamy, Imran Tahir, Reece Topley.

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