The SA20 action heads to the "Windy City" as the Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) take on the Durban Super Giants (DSG) at St George's Park, Gqeberha. This is a crucial encounter for DSG, who are looking to break a losing streak, while the home team, SEC, has been in formidable form, winning 3 of their last 5 games.
Here is everything you need to know to build your skills based fantasy teams for this contest.
Toss Update
Sunrisers Eastern Cape have won the toss and have opted to bat
Match Details
- Match: Durban Super Giants vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
- Series: SA20
- Date: 11 Jan 2026
- Time: 15:30 SAST (Local Time)
- Venue: St George's Park, Gqeberha
Pitch Report: St George's Park
St George's Park is traditionally known for assisting the fast bowlers, and the recent stats confirm this trend heavily. If you are building a team for major leagues, ignore the pacers at your own peril.
- Pace vs Spin: In the last 5 matches, Pacers have picked up a massive 47 wickets, while Spinners have only managed 15. The extra bounce and swing on offer make seamers the captains of this ship.
- Average Score: The average first innings score is 157. It is not a flat highway; batters need to apply themselves. A score of 170+ is very competitive here.
- Weather Update: Gqeberha is expected to be breezy with temperatures around 24°C. The wind often helps swing bowlers like Marco Jansen and Anrich Nortje early on. Humidity will be moderate, so dew might not be a massive game changer in a day match.
Head to-Head Record
- Total Matches: 7
- SEC Won: 6
- DSG Won: 1
The Sunrisers have absolutely dominated this rivalry. DSG will need something special to turn the tide.
Probable Playing XI
Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC): Quinton de Kock(w), Jonny Bairstow, Matthew Breetzke, Jordan Hermann, Tristan Stubbs(c), Marco Jansen, Senuran Muthusamy, Lewis Gregory, Anrich Nortje, Adam Milne, Lutho Sipamla
Durban Super Giants (DSG): Aiden Markram(c), Marques Ackerman, Jos Buttler, David Bedingham, Heinrich Klaasen(w), Liam Livingstone, Evan Jones, Gerald Coetzee, Sunil Narine, Kwena Maphaka, Noor Ahmad.
Key Players to Watch
The Wicket Keeper Battle
This match features two of the best glovesmen in the world.
- Quinton de Kock (SEC): He is in red hot form with 205 runs in the series and an average of 121 fantasy points. He is a default Captaincy choice for many.
- Jos Buttler (DSG): After a quiet start, he smashed 97 runs in the last game. He opens the batting and can take the game away in the powerplay.
- Jonny Bairstow (SEC): Don't forget Bairstow; he has accumulated 151 runs and loves the ball coming onto the bat.
The Pace Battery
Given the ground stats (47 wickets for pacers), load your fantasy team with fast bowlers.
- Anrich Nortje (SEC): With 9 wickets in the series, he is the strike bowler to watch. His raw pace is lethal on this surface.
- Adam Milne (SEC): Right behind Nortje with 8 wickets. He bowls at the death and is a great differential pick.
- Marco Jansen (SEC): A complete package. He has 4 wickets and contributes with the bat. The new ball swing is his weapon.
The All Rounders & Spin
- Aiden Markram (DSG): Consistent with the bat (110 runs) and can bowl handy off spin if needed.
- Noor Ahmad (DSG): Even on a pacer friendly track, his mystery spin has earned him 4 wickets. He is a smart pick if DSG bowls second.
Fantasy Strategy & Captaincy Picks
Safe Captaincy Options:
- Quinton de Kock: High ownership, great form, and keeps wickets.
- Jos Buttler: Coming off a massive score, high confidence.
- Marco Jansen: Points from both batting and bowling.
Differential / Grand League Picks:
- Anrich Nortje: If SEC bowls first, he could run through the tail.
- Heinrich Klaasen: Low selection % currently, but he is a match winner who can destroy any attack in the death overs.
- Jordan Hermann: A solid batter (146 runs) who often goes under the radar.
Final Verdict
Sunrisers Eastern Cape are the favorites playing at home with a bowling attack perfectly suited to these conditions. However, DSG's batting lineup is star studded. The team that handles the new ball better in the first 6 overs will likely take the rewards home. Good luck with your contests!