Paarl Royals vs MI Cape Town Match Prediction & Fantasy Tips: Who Will Win Today's Match? - SA20 2025-26, Match 10
- Published: December 31, 2025
- Updated: January 1, 2025
- By AllCric Team
This article provides today’s SA20 Match 10 prediction with fantasy tips, recent form, head to head. It does not include live score or match result.
Match Preview
The PR vs MICT match prediction focuses on SA20 Match 10 at Boland Park, Paarl. Paarl Royals come in with confidence after a close 5-wicket win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape, while MI Cape Town are still searching for their first win after 2 losses and 1 washout, including a heavy defeat to Pretoria Capitals.
The PR vs MICT prediction slightly favors Paarl based on recent form. From a fantasy view, the PR vs MICT Dream11 prediction suggests backing in-form Royals players, and a balanced PR vs MICT Dream11 team today could be key in this pressure contest.
Match Details
- Match: Paarl Royals vs MI Cape Town (PR vs MICT)
- Event: SA20 League 2025-26 – Match 10
- Date: Friday, 2 January 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM IST
- Venue: Boland Park, Paarl, South Africa
Recent Form Analysis
Paarl Royals – Recent Form
Form (Last 5 matches): L L L L W
- Won 1 out of 2 matches so far
- Last match: Beat Sunrisers Eastern Cape by 5 wickets
- In-form players: David Miller, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Ottneil Baartman
MI Cape Town – Recent Form
Form (Last 5 matches): W W L NR L
- Yet to register a win this season
- Last match: Lost to Pretoria Capitals by 85 runs
- In-form players: Ryan Rickelton, Reeza Hendricks, Trent Boult
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Paarl Royals Won | MI Cape Town Won | Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
|
07 |
02 |
05 |
00 |
Insight: MI Cape Town hold a slight head-to-head advantage, winning 5 of the 7 encounters against Paarl Royals. However, Paarl’s recent home win and MI’s poor current form make this contest more evenly balanced than past results suggest.
Pitch & Weather Report – Boland Park, Paarl
- Flat surface early, offering value for stroke-making
- Spinners come into play as the pitch slows down in middle overs
Expected 1st Innings Score: 160–170
- Weather: Sunny and mild conditions
- Rain: No interruptions expected
Overall: A balanced venue where batting first with a disciplined bowling effort later can prove decisive.
Probable Playing 11s
Paarl Royals Probable XI
Asa Tribe, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Rubin Hermann, Kyle Verreynne (wk), David Miller (C), Keagan Lion Cachet, Delano Potgieter, Bjorn Fortuin, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Nqobani Mokoena, Ottneil Baartman
MI Cape Town Probable XI
Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Jason Smith, Nicholas Pooran, Dwaine Pretorius, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Rashid Khan (C), Kagiso Rabada, Trent Boult
PR vs MICT Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper
Ryan Rickelton (MICT) – Explosive opener, 146 runs in 2 matches.
Batters
David Miller (PR) – Match-winner, 71* in last game
Reeza Hendricks (MICT) – Reliable top-order option
Lhuan-dre Pretorius (PR) – Aggressive middle-order contributor
Allrounders
George Linde (MICT) – Spin + finishing ability
Bowlers
Trent Boult (MICT) – New-ball threat
Ottneil Baartman (PR) – 3 wickets in previous match
Nqobani Mokoena (PR) – 4-wicket haul last game
Captain: Ryan Rickelton (MICT)
Vice-Captain: David Miller (PR)
Toss Prediction
The toss-winning captain is expected to bat first, as teams batting first at Boland Park have enjoyed more success this season by putting runs on the board and applying pressure later.
PR vs MICT Match Prediction
Paarl Royals will be confident after bouncing back with a win, but MI Cape Town are too strong on paper to remain winless for long. With experienced international stars and a better bowling attack, MI Cape Town are well placed to turn their campaign around.
Paarl Royals vs MI Cape Town Today Match Prediction:
👉 MI Cape Town to win
Final Verdict
Expect a competitive contest where top-order batting and spin bowling will play decisive roles. Players like Ryan Rickelton, David Miller, Rashid Khan, and Ottneil Baartman are likely to have the biggest impact on the outcome.
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❓FAQs
MI Cape Town are slightly favored based on squad strength and bounce-back potential.
A first-innings score of 160–170 should be competitive.
Ryan Rickelton, David Miller, Rashid Khan, and Trent Boult.
Teams generally prefer to bat first at this venue.