JSK vs PR Match Prediction | 26th Match

Betting Tips

This game means more for Joburg Super Kings as they aim to solidify a spot in the knockout rounds. They will go all-out for this match in front of their Johannesburg support. The Paarl Royals have been near to faultless this season and could take points while away from home.

Joburg Super Kings vs Paarl Royals Head-to-Head Record

The Royals have had some magnificent performances against their opponents. In the last five encounters, the Paarl Royals have three wins to the single win of the Joburg Super Kings. The teams were involved in a washed-out game in 2023. The most recent victory for the Paarl Royals was in 2025.

Joburg Super Kings vs Paarl Royals Live-streaming and Broadcast

Joburg Super Kings and Paarl Royals meet at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Thursday, 30 January 2025. This SA20 match is available in India on various platforms. The Star Sports 2 Network and Disney+ Hotstar app will both provide live coverage.

JSK vs PR Team Previews

Joburg Super Kings

At the top of the batting order is Devon Conway. The elegant left-hander brings consistency and flair. He has two T20 centuries to add to 49 T20 half-centuries. Skipper Faf du Plessis provides power and leadership. The experienced South African has over 11000 T20 runs.

Wihan Lubbe adds a left-handed option in the middle. The domestic T20 talent can explode into action during the middle overs.

England's explosive Jonny Bairstow doubles as the wicketkeeper and ensures to continue the fireworks in the middle overs. He scored a composed 30 runs against Pretoria Capitals. All-rounder Moeen Ali offers a balance of aggressive batting and handy off-spin to give skipper du Plessis a mix of strategic options.

South Africa's rising star Donovan Ferreira and all-rounder Evan Jones add depth with their ability to accelerate and see the game out in the death overs. Ferreira has two SA20 half-centuries. Jones has 19 SA20 wickets.

The bowling attack is spearheaded by veteran leg-spinner Imran Tahir. Matheesha Pathirana, the Sri Lankan "Baby Malinga," brings slingy pace and deadly yorkers. Supporting them is Hardus Viljoen, an experienced and fiery quick bowler.

Viljoen has best bowling figures of four for 24 in the SA20. Lutho Sipamla is a disciplined seam bowler that has a knack of taking key wickets. He starred with ball in hand at SuperSport Park with three for 26.

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Paarl Royals

England's Joe Root brings unmatched class and experience as he navigates the powerplay alongside Lhuan-dre Pretorius. Promising youngster Pretorius adds an exciting dimension as someone looking to get after the bowlers.

The left-hander has just over 300 runs in eight SA20 matches. Rubin Hermann and Mitchell van Buuren bring domestic flair and the ability to frustrate bowlers through solid rotation of strike. Hermann has hit two half-centuries in the 2025 SA20. Van Buuren top-scored with 44 runs for Paarl in the last game against Joburg.

Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik provides stability and unique gift of sharp finishing skills to hit boundaries from ball one. Captain David Miller will be the man who Paarl Royals turn to for guidance with the bat and in the field.

The Paarl skipper has more than 11000 runs in T20s. Dayyaan Galiem offers all-round value with his handy contributions in batting and bowling. Galiem has over 700 T20 runs and over 50 T20 wickets.

Dunith Wellalage is one of Sri Lanka’s emerging spin sensations. The Afghan Mujeeb Ur Rahman adds mystery to the attack. He has three four-wicket hauls and two five-wicket hauls in T20s. South Africa's Bjorn Fortuin adds to a potent spin trio.

The left-arm spinner took two wickets against Joburg earlier this year. Young speedster Kwena Maphaka rounds out the bowling lineup with youthful energy and pace.

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JSK vs PR Toss Prediction

The toss in the previous match between the Super Kings and Royals was won by the Royals who elected to bowl first. The Paarl Royals went on to win that match by chasing. Both captains could consider also chasing at the Wanderers.

Pitch and Conditions

The seamers could be in the game early doors. There should be swing and seam movement on offer with the new ball. The potentially damp conditions will assist the bowling. This venue is a batter’s paradise as conditions get better. The batters should be comfortable enough at the crease to score bulk runs after seeing out a potentially difficult early period.

The Paarl Royals were bowled out for 138 in last year’s SA20 Eliminator against Joburg Super Kings at the Wanderers.

There is a 25 percent chance of rain in Johannesburg on Thursday, particularly centred around the time of this match. The light rain will be complemented by hot and humid temperatures with a slight breeze of wind.

JSK vs PR Betting Tips

Joburg Super Kings have made a big enough statement to be one of the top four in this year’s SA20, but have been quite inconsistent so far. The Paarl Royals’ confidence would have skyrocketed after breaking the record of being the first SA20 team to go a full season unbeaten at home. The Royals have also had decent performances away from home to back that up too.

Bet on Paarl Royals to win this match.