PR vs SEC Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Match 3 T20 – South Africa T20 League 2025/26
The 3rd T20 match of the South Africa T20 League 2025/26 (SA20) features Paarl Royals (PR) against Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) at the Boland Park, Paarl on 27 December 2025. Both teams boast explosive batting talents and potent bowling attacks, so this contest is expected to be an action-packed T20 thriller full of fantasy potential. Match begins at 4:30 PM IST.
📅 Match Details
- Match: Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
- Tournament: South Africa T20 League 2025/26 (SA20)
- Match Type: T20 (Match 3)
- Date: 27 December 2025
- Time: 4:30 PM IST
- Venue: Boland Park, Paarl, South Africa
📝 Match Preview
Paarl Royals (PR) have a balanced squad with strong all-round options and big hitters in the top order. They’ll lean on their power hitters to get early momentum and bowlers to contain runs.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) are a well-rounded unit with a formidable batting lineup and effective bowling options across pace and spin. With experienced players at key positions, they look to continue their good form early in the season.
This match promises plenty of entertainment, with big hitting and tactical bowling battles likely in the middle overs.
📊 Pitch Report – Boland Park, Paarl
- Pitch Type: Balanced surface with consistent bounce
- Batting: Once set, batters can score freely
- Bowling: Spinners may be effective mid-innings
- Expected 1st Innings Score: 165–185
Toss winners might prefer to bat first and set up a challenging total. The pitch generally supports scoring, but early bowling can make a difference.
☀ Weather Forecast
- Sky: Clear
- Temperature: Approx. 24–27°C
- Rain: No interruptions expected
- Humidity: Comfortable
Great conditions for an uninterrupted T20 match.
🧑🤝🧑 PR vs SEC Probable Playing 11
(Final XIs confirmed after toss — below are updated probables based on team announcements & trends.)
🟣 Paarl Royals (PR) Probable XI
- Jos Buttler (c / wk)
- Rilee Rossouw
- Liam Livingstone
- Colin Ingram
- Marco Jansen
- Cameron Delport
- Dwaine Pretorius
- Obed McCoy
- Migael Pretorius
- Tanveer Sangha
- Shahbaz Ahmed
🟠 Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) Probable XI
- Aiden Markram (c)
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Tom Abell
- Marco Jansen Sr.
- Bryce Parsons
- Reece Topley
- Delano Potgieter
- Sisanda Magala
- Andile Phehlukwayo
- Maxime O’Dowd
- Zephania Arango
⭐ Best Fantasy Picks
🔥 Top Picks – Paarl Royals
- Jos Buttler: Explosive opener & captaincy favourite
- Liam Livingstone: Batting firepower + bowling utility
- Marco Jansen: Pace + lower order hitting
⚡ Top Picks – Sunrisers Eastern Cape
- Aiden Markram: Anchor + run scorer
- Quinton de Kock: Consistent wicketkeeper-batter
- Reece Topley: Leading bowling threat
🏆 Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
🥇 Best Captain Choices
- Jos Buttler (PR)
- Aiden Markram (SEC)
🥈 Vice-Captain Picks
- Liam Livingstone (PR)
- Quinton de Kock (SEC)
🧠 Suggested Dream11 Team Layout
- WK: Jos Buttler / Quinton de Kock
- BAT: Aiden Markram, Rilee Rossouw, Liam Livingstone
- AR: Dwaine Pretorius, Andile Phehlukwayo, Marco Jansen
- BOWL: Reece Topley, Obed McCoy, Tanveer Sangha, Sisanda Magala
Strike a balance of top hitters and wicket-taking bowlers for maximum fantasy returns.
🔮 Winning Prediction
Both teams look strong, but Sunrisers Eastern Cape hold a slight edge due to a balanced batting lineup and potent bowling depth. However, Paarl Royals have big hitters who can turn the game quickly.
Prediction: 🔥 Sunrisers Eastern Cape (slight favourites)
🏁 Final Summary
The PR vs SEC Match 3 in the SA20 2025/26 is set to be an exciting contest with big hitters and tactical bowlers shaping the game. Fantasy cricket players should back top-order run scorers and strike bowlers to maximize their Dream11 points.
