SA20 2025: Newlands Stadium, Cape Town Pitch Report Ahead of MICT vs PC Match

The final group-stage match of the SA20 2025 will see MI Cape Town take on Pretoria Capitals at Newlands in Cape Town on February 2.

MI Cape Town have already secured a spot in the playoffs for the first time in three seasons and will aim to carry winning momentum forward. Meanwhile, the Capitals have had a tough campaign and will look to end their season on a positive note. The last time these two teams met, MI Cape Town secured a 27-run victory on January 31.

How the Pitch Plays

Newlands has been a good venue for batters this season. The surface offers true pace and bounce, making stroke play easier. However, fast bowlers could get some movement early on with the new ball. Spinners haven’t had much success on this track, as it doesn’t provide much turn.

Chasing has been the preferred option at this venue, with three out of four matches won by teams batting second. Hence, the toss-winning captain will likely choose to bowl first.

Newlands, Cape Town: Is it Batting or Bowling Friendly?

Newlands has largely favored batters in SA20 2025. The surface allows free stroke play, and scoring runs becomes easier as the game progresses. While pacers might get some help initially, bowlers will have to work hard to contain the batters on this pitch. Given the conditions, another high-scoring match could be on the cards.

T20 Numbers at Newlands

• Total matches played: 38
• Matches won batting first: 15
• Matches won bowling first: 21
• Average first innings score: 151
• Average second innings score: 138
• Highest total: 213/5 (England Women vs Pakistan Women)
• Lowest total: 95/10 (Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women)
• Highest total chased: 192/1 (England vs South Africa)
• Lowest total defended: 119/3 (South Africa Women vs West Indies Women)

With a batting-friendly surface and good pace on offer, this match could see some entertaining stroke play as the league stage concludes.