Pretoria Capitals' Thrilling SA20 Victory Over MI Cape Town | Quick Digest
Pretoria Capitals secured a dramatic four-wicket victory against MI Cape Town in the 28th match of SA20 2024, chasing down 164 with two balls to spare. Senuran Muthusamy's late heroics powered their 'stunning escape'.
Pretoria Capitals beat MI Cape Town by four wickets in SA20 2024 Match 28.
They successfully chased MI Cape Town's total of 163/9, reaching 167/6.
Senuran Muthusamy was instrumental with an unbeaten 38 off 18 balls.
The victory was secured with just two balls remaining in the match.
Wayne Parnell also contributed significantly with 4 wickets for the Capitals.
The match took place on February 3, 2024, at Newlands, Cape Town.
In a thrilling encounter in the SA20 2024 league, the Pretoria Capitals staged a 'stunning escape' to defeat MI Cape Town by four wickets in the 28th match held on February 3, 2024, at Newlands, Cape Town. MI Cape Town, after winning the toss and electing to bat, posted a competitive total of 163 for 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Rassie van der Dussen was a significant contributor for MI Cape Town, scoring 60 runs, while Kieron Pollard added a quickfire 33 off just 16 balls. Pretoria Capitals' bowler Wayne Parnell was the standout performer with the ball, claiming four crucial wickets for 33 runs.
Chasing 164 for victory, the Pretoria Capitals found themselves in a precarious position. However, a remarkable partnership and late surge, particularly from Senuran Muthusamy, turned the tide in their favor. Muthusamy played a pivotal role, smashing an unbeaten 38 runs off just 18 deliveries, including five boundaries in the final overs, alongside Wayne Parnell. The Capitals successfully chased down the target, finishing at 167 for 6 with only two balls to spare, sealing a memorable victory. This crucial win was vital for Pretoria Capitals' hopes of qualifying for the play-offs in the SA20 2024 tournament. ESPNcricinfo, a highly reputable sports news outlet, reported on this dramatic finish, which was corroborated by other credible sources like Cricket World and myKhel.
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