Gqeberha, South Africa: In the SA20 T20 league, Sunrisers Eastern Cape secured their second consecutive win, defeating Pretoria Capitals by a commanding 48-run margin and earning a valuable bonus point.
Quinton de Kock Stars with Explosive Knock
Opening batsman Quinton de Kock played a blistering innings, scoring 77 runs off 47 balls, steering Sunrisers Eastern Cape to a total of 188/6 in their allotted overs. Despite opener Jonny Bairstow falling cheaply for 5 runs, de Kock formed a strong partnership with Matthew Brink, adding 116 runs for the second wicket in just 70 balls. Brink contributed a quick 52 runs from 33 balls, hitting seven boundaries and a six, while de Kock smashed five fours and six sixes. In addition, in-form Jordan Herman chipped in with a rapid 37 off 20 balls, featuring five fours and a six.
Pretoria Capitals Falter in Response
The Pretoria Capitals struggled in their chase, being bowled out for 140 in 18 overs. Marco Jansen struck early, and although Will Smeed and Shai Hope added 47 runs together, wickets fell at regular intervals. Hope scored 36 and Smeed 35 before getting out. Adam Milne was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 4 wickets for 25 runs, while Tharindu Ratnayake picked up 2 wickets for just 15 runs in 4 overs.
Saurav Ganguly Yet to Open Account as Head Coach
Former Indian captain Saurav Ganguly, who was appointed head coach of Pretoria Capitals this season, continues to face challenges. The Capitals are yet to register a win after two matches, having lost their opening game to Joburg Super Kings.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape’s back-to-back victories have given them 10 points and a strong position in the points table, while the Capitals are still searching for their first triumph under Ganguly’s coaching.
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