MICT vs PC Dream11 Prediction – Match 8, SA20 2025-26
MI Cape Town (MICT) will lock horns with Pretoria Capitals (PC) in Match 8 of the SA20 2025-26 season at Newlands, Cape Town, on 31 December 2025. Both teams are still chasing their first win of the season, which makes this encounter crucial for momentum. MICT have a slight edge due to home conditions and stronger overall team balance, while PC will look to bounce back and turn things around in this high-stakes clash.
Match Details
- Match: MI Cape Town vs Pretoria Capitals
- Match No: 8
- Tournament: SA20 2025-26
- Date & Time: 31 December 2025, 9:00 PM IST / 5:30 PM Local
- Venue: Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town
- Match Type: T20 League
Match Preview
MI Cape Town, the defending champions of SA20, have not found their rhythm yet in the 2025-26 edition but remain dangerous with a core of experienced T20 performers. Their batting boasts aggressive hitters like Ryan Rickelton and Nicholas Pooran, while the bowling lineup has quality options led by Rashid Khan and Trent Boult.
Pretoria Capitals have also struggled in their opening games. They possess match-winners like Will Smeed, Shai Hope, and pace spearhead Lungi Ngidi, but inconsistency with both bat and ball has put pressure on the side early in the tournament. Expect both teams to go all-out for a momentum-boosting win.
Pitch Report
Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town generally offers a balanced surface for T20 cricket. The pitch has true bounce and pace which suits stroke play, especially under lights. Fast bowlers can extract movement early on, while spinners often come into play in the middle overs. Scores around 170–190 are competitive here. Chasing teams have historically enjoyed success at this venue due to predictable conditions.
Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear to partly cloudy
- Temperature: ~20–22°C
- Humidity: Moderate
- Rain: Low chance of interruption
Weather is expected to be suitable for a full 20-over match without major disruptions.
Probable Playing 11
MI Cape Town (MICT)
- Ryan Rickelton (WK)
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Reeza Hendricks
- Nicholas Pooran
- Jason Smith
- Dwaine Pretorius
- George Linde
- Rashid Khan (C)
- Corbin Bosch
- Trent Boult
- Karim Janat
Team Insight: MICT possess a strong batting core with plenty of power hitters, and their bowling attack is led by seasoned T20 specialists.
Pretoria Capitals (PC)
- Will Smeed
- Bryce Parsons
- Shai Hope (WK)
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Dewald Brevis
- Connor Esterhuizen
- Wihan Lubbe
- Tymal Mills
- Lungi Ngidi
- Wayne Parnell (C)
- Keshav Maharaj
Team Insight: PC’s batting lineup has talent but lacks consistency. Their bowling attack has match-winners, but needs support from all bowlers.
Top Fantasy Picks
MI Cape Town
- Ryan Rickelton: Fantastic top-order batter with finishing capability
- Nicholas Pooran: Potential big hitter and high points scorer
- Rashid Khan: Strike bowler with economy and wickets value
Pretoria Capitals
- Will Smeed: Explosive top-order batter
- Shai Hope: Reliable run-scoring option
- Lungi Ngidi: Key pace bowler with death-over potential
Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Options
- Captain (C): Ryan Rickelton — Top order stability and big runs potential
- Vice-Captain (VC): Rashid Khan — Wicket-taking threat + economy
Suggested Dream11 Team
Wicket-Keepers:
- Ryan Rickelton (C)
- Shai Hope
Batters:
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Nicholas Pooran
- Will Smeed
All-Rounders:
- George Linde
- Dwaine Pretorius
- Sherfane Rutherford
Bowlers:
- Rashid Khan (VC)
- Trent Boult
- Lungi Ngidi
Balanced team blending strong batting depth, power hitters, and strike bowlers.
Winning Prediction
MI Cape Town have a slight edge in this match due to their stronger batting core and home-ground advantage at Newlands. Both teams are desperate for their first win of the SA20 season, but MICT’s batting firepower and experienced bowling attack make them marginal favourites. However, if Pretoria Capitals’ top order clicks early, they can easily shift the contest in their favour.
Winning Chances:
- MI Cape Town: 62%
- Pretoria Capitals: 38%
