In a new and progressive decision, the New Zealand Cricket Board has agreed to the equal pay of the Men?s and Women?s Cricketers. This decision makes New Zealand the first country to have an equal pay policy in cricket. Earlier, the USA Women?s National Football team had asked for the same and received an agreement. This decision has ushered a new era in the cricketing circuit. Here is an in-depth look at the same:?



<h2>New Zealand Women Cricketers Have Same Pay as Men:&nbsp;</h2>



In a ground-breaking decision, the New Zealand Cricket Board has agreed to the equal pay of the male and female crickets for the same amount of work. The five-year?agreement struck between New Zealand Cricket, the six Major Associations (the domestic cricket associations of New Zealand), and the New Zealand Cricket Players Association (NZCPA), will see the White Ferns and the Black Caps receiving the same match fees across all their formats and competitions.?



The New Zealand Cricket Players? Association had taken the guidance of Australian gender pay expert Yolanda Beattie. The share for the players will be 29.75% of the total broadcasting revenue. And from this, the division will be made among the male and the female cricketers. This agreement will be for the next 5 years. The official online broadcaster for the New Zealand Cricket Board is Amazon Prime. ?



?Translated, this means the highest-ranked White Fern would be able to receive a maximum of NZD 163,246 a year (up from NZD 83,432), the ninth-ranked, NZD 148,946 (NZD 66,266), and the 17th-ranked NZD 142,346 (NZD 62,833),? as claimed by&nbsp;New Zealand Cricket.&nbsp;



<h2>&nbsp; New Zealand Cricket: Does it Mean Women?s Cricket and Men?s Cricket Make the Same Money:&nbsp;</h2>



The point of concern is that a major revenue chunk will be generated by the games that will be played by the men. Women?s Cricket is equally good but the audience attraction is very sparse. Also, the action on the field is not as electrifying as the one that the men show on the field. The New Zealand team has top players like Tahuhu, and Suzie Bates but are they able to fill the stadiums? At times it even becomes difficult to get a broadcaster for the women?s matches.?



Earlier, the gender pay gap in Indian Cricket was addressed by Smriti Mandhana. She had openly accepted the fact that the money that the players receive is proportional to the money they make for the BCCI. If women?s cricket is not making money, on what basis will the players ask for equal pay. The IPL generates 40000 Crores Indian Rupees of Revenue with profits up to 50 to 60%. But the Women?s T20 Blast, it is running in losses. ?



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The ICC T20 World Cup 2022 is hereThe underdogs of all the ICC tournaments over the years are the men in black. New Zealand has always done well in all ICC events and a similar performance is expected at the ICC T20 World Cup 2022. The Kiwis have produced a few greats of the game. Sir Richard Hadlee, Martin Crowe, Stephen Fleming, and Brendon McCullum! All these Blackcaps have left a lasting impression. So, how does the squad shape up like before the ICC T20 World Cup 2022? Here is a look:&nbsp;



<h2>New Zealand Cricket Team for ICC T20 World Cup 2022:?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/09/New-Zealand-Squad-819x1024.jpeg" alt="New Zealand Squad" class="wp-image-94758"/><figcaption>New Zealand Squad in T20 World cup 2022</figcaption></figure>



Kane Williamson (c), Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips, Jimmy Neesham, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, Martin Guptill, Lockie&nbsp;Ferguson, Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Trent Boult, Finn Allen.&nbsp;



<h2>Expected Playing XI:&nbsp;</h2>



Martin Guptill, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Ish Sodhi&nbsp;



<h2>Strengths of the New Zealand at the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/09/Martin-Guptill-min.jpg" alt="ICC T20 World Cup 2022" class="wp-image-94744"/><figcaption>The last time when a World Cup was played in Australia, Martin Guptill was the leading run-scorer! IMG SRC: NZC</figcaption></figure>



The strength in batting is the top 3. They are a top-heavy batting unit. But they are also a deep batting unit. They have lesser-known names at numbers 6 and 7 but both those men can get the job done. Kane Williamson will have to decide whether Devon Conway, Daryl Mitchell, or Mark Chapman will open the batting with Martin Guptill. In bowling, the duo of Lockie Ferguson and Trent Boult will bother the opposition a lot. &nbsp;



<h2>Weaknesses of the New Zealand Cricket Team at the ICC T20 World Cup 2022:&nbsp;</h2>



There is an evident weakness in the middle-overs and the role of a finisher. The role of the finisher is very crucial. The other teams have designated players for this role. Australia is coming with Matthew Wade, India is coming in with Dinesh Karthik, and Sri Lanka is getting Dasun Shanaka. But New Zealand has Neesham and Michael Bracewell. Bracewell has shown that he has what it takes but on the global stage, he is yet to be proven. And who will bowl in the middle-overs with conviction is the question.&nbsp;



<h2>Opportunities:&nbsp;</h2>



The opportunities will be plenty. The first opportunity is for New Zealand as a team to grab the ICC T20 World Cup for the very first time. The team does have what it takes to go all the way. The players just need to perform to their potential. Lockie Ferguson missed the World Cup last time. He will be keen on showing his skill to the world. &nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/09/Kane-Willaimson-min-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="ICC T20 World Cup 2022" class="wp-image-94745"/><figcaption>Kane has been nursing a tennis elbow injury for a very long time. IMG SRC: The Indian Express.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Threats:&nbsp;</h2>



The New Zealand team has a history of injuries. In crucial games, we have seen important players out due to injury. Kane Williamson has also been nursing a tennis elbow injury for a very long time. The fans will be hopeful that the intensity of that recedes at the earliest. Lockie Ferguson is also a fragile commodity. Another threat is not being able to find the right combination. &nbsp;



<h2>Prediction for the NZ Team at the ICC T20 World Cup:&nbsp;</h2>



The team will most probably make it to the Semi-Finals. They will finish second in Pool A behind Australia. &nbsp;



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ICC T20 World Cup 2022: New Zealand Team&nbsp;Best SWOT Analysis, Squad, Predictions, Schedule. All You Need to Know.&nbsp;

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The Kane Williamson-led New Zealand team didn't have a great campaign in the<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/t20-world-cup-2024-babar-azam-breaks-this-record-of-ms-dhoni/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/t20-world-cup-2024-babar-azam-breaks-this-record-of-ms-dhoni/"> ICC T20 World Cup 2024.</a> New Zealand's early exit is one of the surprising moments of the group stage. They lost the first two matches against Afghanistan and West Indies, which was enough to kick them out of the tournament. Though New Zealand ended the tournament with two consecutive wins, it was too late for them.



New Zealand's exit has certainly raised questions about the senior players of the team. The veteran left-arm pacer Trent Boult also announced that this was his last T20 World Cup for New Zealand. He played his last match against PNG on Monday. After his decision, some questions were also asked from Kane Williamson about his retirement plans or how long he will serve New Zealand in the shorter format. However, the captain was unsure about anything.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">T20 World Cup 2024: Kane Williamson is unsure about T20 World Cup 2026.</h2>



Not many thought that New Zealand would be eliminated from the group stage. They are one of the most consistent teams in the <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/t20-world-cup-super-8s-india-schedule-fixtures-date-venues-timing-and-more-details/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/t20-world-cup-super-8s-india-schedule-fixtures-date-venues-timing-and-more-details/">ICC events</a>. Under <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kane_Williamson" data-type="link" data-id="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kane_Williamson">Kane Williamson</a>, New Zealand reached three white-ball ICC finals in the 2015 and 2019 ODI World Cups and then in the 2021 T20 World Cup. Then, he also led New Zealand to win the inaugural World Test Championship in 2021. But here, New Zealand's campaign ended very early.



During the press conference, he was asked whether he would return to the next T20 World Cup in 2026. He was asked, "When asked if he'd return for the 2026 edition, Williamson answered, "Oh, I don't know." This was the worst tournament for New Zealand under Williamson. This was the first time in the last decade that New Zealand couldn't make it to the semi-finals of the white-ball ICC event. Meanwhile, Boult has already confirmed his retirement plans, and all eyes will be on Williamson.



However, Kane Williamson talked about this campaign and pointed out where they lacked. He said that it was frustrating that after only two games they were eliminated, and he highlighted that the opponents in the first two games were equipped well as per the conditions. Williamson also added that the conditions were challenging, but the players would learn a few new things here and will be looking to apply them in the future. Furthermore, he said that there is a two-year time for the next T20 World Cup, and the team will regroup and come up with the best plan.



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After Boult, Kane Williamson also hints at T20I retirement after New Zealand's group exit in T20 World Cup 2024

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to start on February 19, with the best 8 teams in the world competing to become the champions. Pakistan hold the trophy, and they are the official host of the tournament. The initial stage will see two groups with four teams each, and the top two ranked teams from both groups will qualify for the semis.
India and Pakistan are placed in Group A along with New Zealand and Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Australia and England are in Group B with South Africa and Afghanistan. This edition is taking place after a wait of over 7 years, which is why the excitement for the coming event has peaked.
These are the 8 best teams in the world, which will set the standard of competition very high. All teams have the capabilities to win the tournament, which makes it hard to predict the winner. However, young Kiwi star Rachin Ravindra, who will feature in the competition for New Zealand, has made a bold prediction for the finalists of the competition.
<h2>Rachin Ravindra leaves out India and Pakistan as he makes predictions for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 finalists</h2>
Rachin Ravindra was the find of the 2023 ODI World Cup for New Zealand when he topped the run-scoring chart for his team. He showed great applications of playing long and impactful innings in the subcontinent. Since then, he has become a permanent member of the New Zealand team across all three formats. His form will be a key for the Black Caps in the coming event.
New Zealand will start their campaign with a game against Pakistan in the tournament's opener on February 19 at National Stadium in Karachi. Meanwhile, in a recent conversation on the ICC, Rachin revealed his excitement to represent New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. When asked about the probably finalists, he picked New Zealand and Australia.
Rachin said, "It’s always very hard to predict (finalists) that because you always want to say New Zealand because you’re involved. So hopefully we’re there. It’s pretty hard to count out people like Australia. They’ve shown how strong they are in all formats. Current holders of the ODI World Cup too. So hopefully it’ll be a Trans-Tasman derby."
Notably, India are the No. 1 ranked ODI team and played in the final of the Champions Trophy 2017, while Pakistan are the current champion. These two teams will have an edge of conditions. 
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Pakistan won the ICC Champions Trophy 2017, beating India in the final.

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will begin on February 19 with a match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the National Karachi Stadium.

No IND vs PAK final;  Kiwi star Rachin Ravindra predicts ICC Champions Trophy 2025 finalists; leaves out last edition's finalists

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Varun Chakravarthy has been added to the Indian team for the ODI series against England. The development was confirmed by the Team India batter Shubman Gill on Tuesday (4th February) ahead of the first game. 
Varun Chakravarthy was seen training with the Indian team in Nagpur on Tuesday (4th February). The reports in Indian Express claimed that the mystery spinner could be in line to make his debut in the ODIs in the series, which will be the last for the team ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. 
Ahead of the first ODI, Varun Chakravarthy reportedly was seen bowling over an hour against the Indian batters during the training session at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha. The mystery spinner's addition came as a surprise because the team already has a number of spinners in Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav. 
Varun Chakravarthy's addition to the team came after his impressive performances with the ball in the T20I series against England. The mystery spinner was all over the batters as he picked up 14 wickets in the series, which is the most by any Indian spinner in the T20I bilateral series. 
The England batters struggled against Varun Chakravarthy in the T20I series, and based on that, he reportedly has been added to the team for the England ODIs. It remains to be seen if he gets added to the team for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and whom he will replace in the team. 
Varun Chakravarthy is yet to make his debut for India in ODIs. The mystery spinner has played only 23 List A games but had a great outing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 as he was the second-highest wicket-taker with 18 wickets in six matches for Tamil Nadu.  
<h2>India updated the squad for the ODI series against England </h2>
Here's India's updated squad for the ODI series against England 
Rohit Sharma (capt), Shubman Gill (vc), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana (first two ODIs), Jasprit Bumrah (third ODI), Varun Chakravarthy
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Varun Chakravarthy joins India squad for ODI series against England {PC:X{

Varun Chakravarthy was seen training with the Indian team in Nagpur on Tuesday (4th February).

Ahead of the first ODI, Varun Chakravarthy reportedly was seen bowling over an hour against the Indian batters during the training session at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha.

Varun Chakravarthy added to India squad for ODIs against England

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On 3rd February 2025, a football match was played between Al Nassr and Al Wasl, where Al Nassr dominated and registered victory, defeating its opponent team by 4-0. This was a very thrilling match of the AFC Champions League Elite, and this match took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. So let's start today's article and see the Al Nassr vs. Al Wasl highlights.
<h2 dir="ltr">Performances Before The First Half</h2>
So we want to tell you that this game started with very high intensity, and many players from both teams received yellow cards in the beginning. Al Nassr showed superior ball control and played the game with a lot of power. Cristiano Ronaldo put on an outstanding performance here.
Al Nassr's first goal came from Al Hasan, and this was executed with a very powerful strike. The game reached halftime in no time, and during this time, Al Wasl’s Awadh was given a penalty. There was vision here, and Ronaldo again showed his skills by confidently converting this strike into support, and the ball went to the left, registering his first goal of the match.
<h2 dir="ltr">Al Nassr vs Al Wasl Highlights: Second Half</h2>
The thrilling encounter continued in the second half in a similar way. Al Wasl tried a bit to come back, but they could not ignore the dominance and play of Al Nassr. Ronaldo once again delivered his signature header, securing one more goal, and he celebrated his victory in this game, which made the fans very excited.
<h2 dir="ltr">Cristiano Ronaldo’s Outstanding Performance</h2>
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again completed his total of six goals in this Champions League, and due to this, he has once again earned the tag of top goal scorer. 
His overall performance is very good, and he has scored 23 goals for Al Nassr in 25 appearances, which is very exciting. This is a testament to his performance, and it is going to have a lot of impact on his 48th birthday, leading to a grand celebration.
<h2 dir="ltr">Final Verdict</h2>
This match continued in the same way, and Al Nassr’s team defeated Al Wasl by 4-0. It was a one-sided dominant victory in which individual brilliance and effective teamwork were showcased, making it a very good match.
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On 3rd February 2025, a football match was played between Al Nassr and Al Wasl, where Al Nassr dominated and registered victory, defeating its opponent team by 4-0.

Al Nassr vs Al Wasl Highlights : Ronaldo Shines as Al Nassr Crushes Al Wasl 4-0

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Indian Cricket Team batter Virat Kohli is all set to achieve a massive milestone in ODI cricket. The right-hander needs just 94 runs in the next 66 innings to become the fastest to 14,000 runs in the history of the 50-over format. 
If Virat Kohli achieves the feat inside the next 66 innings, he will be breaking the record of Sachin Tendulkar. The batting great got to 140000 runs in ODIs in 350 innings while Kumar Sangakkara got to the feat in 378 innings. 
Fastest to 14000 runs in ODIs 
Sachin Tendulkar - 350 innings (against Pakistan in Peshawar, February 2006) Kumar Sangakkara - 378 innings (against Australia in Sydney, March 2015)
Virat Kohli will be having a great opportunity to achieve the feat in the upcoming ODI series against England. India will be locking horns with Jos Buttler-led side in the three-match series, which will begin on 6th February in Nagpur. 
With three games to be played, Virat Kohli is likely achieve the feat in the upcoming IND vs ENG ODI series. The right-hander has been the best batter for the team in the 50-over format, and if he achieves the feat in the series, it will be another elite feather in his hat. 
Virat Kohli, of late, has been going through a lean patch, but the series also provides him with an opportunity to return to form and get some confidence. With ODI being his best format, it won't be a surprise if he sets the stage on fire in the three-match series against England. 
To gain some form will be extremely crucial for him as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is around the corner. The tournament will be played from 19th February and the upcoming IND vs ENG ODI series will be the last for India ahead of the tournament, hence they would be keen to tick all the boxes. 
<h2>Virat Kohli last played an ODI match during the series against Sri Lanka </h2>
Virat Kohli last played an ODI match during the series against Sri Lanka after the T20 World Cup 2024. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he failed in all three games, and India went on to lose the series to the island nation for the first time in 27 years, a disappointing feat for the team. 
Virat Kohli will be key for his team in the upcoming IND vs ENG series. The premier India batter currently has 13906 runs to his name from 283 ODI innings at an average of 58.18 and a strike rate of 93.54 with 50 centuries and 72 half-centuries.

Virat Kohli likely to achieve special feat in IND vs ENG ODI series {PC:X}

Indian Cricket Team batter Virat Kohli is all set to achieve a massive milestone in ODI cricket.

If Virat Kohli achieves the feat inside the next 66 innings, he will be breaking the record of Sachin Tendulkar.

IND vs ENG: Virat Kohli on the verge of becoming the fastest cricketer to...

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On the 3rd of February 2025, Chelsea and West Ham United played a match at Stamford Bridge, which was a very thrilling match. In this match, Chelsea registered a victory by 2-1 and performed very well.
After this match, they secured a place in the top four of the Premier League. Let's start today's article and see the Chelsea versus West Ham highlights and players of the match.
<h2 dir="ltr">Chelsea vs West Ham Highlights: Start Of The Match</h2>
The match started with very cautious play, and everyone was moving toward victory while maintaining a lot of possession. As halftime approached, Chelsea increased their offensive efforts and created many opportunities to score goals. 
A defensive opportunity was being seen from the team, due to which they were not able to score well. However, here we have Jarrod Bowen, who made a mistake that gave the opposing team a lead of 10. Before halftime, due to his mistake, he handed this score to the opponent team.
<h2 dir="ltr">Performances After Second Half</h2>
In the second half, Chelsea's manager made some strategic substitutions at the start, and here, Nito was introduced to strengthen the attack, which had an immediate impact. Approximately 12 minutes into the second half, the team scored a goal, and the score was now 1-1.
The collective resilience of the team made up for this mistake. Nito performed very well here and was also highlighted, as he was not only a scorer but was also changing the attacking dynamic of his team and performing excellently. Almost all the players performed very well in the second half.
<h2 dir="ltr">Final Verdict</h2>
Talking about the final victory, Chelsea secured this win. So far, the team has earned 43 points from 24 games, and they have now moved to fourth position, two points ahead of Manchester City and Newcastle United. 
This victory not only boosts their performance position but also gives them a moral lift and confidence for the upcoming FA Cup fixture.
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On the 3rd of February 2025, Chelsea and West Ham United played a match at Stamford Bridge, which was a very thrilling match. In this match, Chelsea registered a victory by 2-1 and performed very well.

Chelsea vs West Ham Highlights : Chelsea’s Big Comeback Seals 2-1 Win

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PR vs MICT Dream11 Prediction: The SA20 2025 has reached the knockout stage and we have our four qualified teams for the stage. The Qualifier 1 is set to be played between Paarl Royals and MI Cape Town and we brought to you the strongest Dream11 team for the match. 
Both teams have performed exceptionally well throughout the league stage, making this clash a highly anticipated one. With a direct entry to the final at stake, both squads will be eager to bring their A-game. Here’s an in-depth Dream11 prediction, including key players, pitch conditions, and fantasy cricket tips.
<h2>PR and MICT Team Performances in SA20 2025</h2>
MI Cape Town has been a dominant force in the tournament under the leadership of Afghanistan’s superstar Rashid Khan. They topped the points table with 35 points from 10 matches, winning seven and securing five bonus points. Their exceptional net run rate of +2.446 reflects their dominance. MI Cape Town is in red-hot form, riding a five-match winning streak, which makes them the favorites heading into this high-pressure game.
On the other hand, Paarl Royals have also shown great consistency, winning seven out of their 10 league matches. However, with three losses and fewer bonus points, they finished second on the table with 28 points. The Royals started the tournament in stunning form, winning seven of their first eight matches. However, their momentum was slightly derailed by consecutive defeats in their last two games against Joburg Super Kings and SunRisers Eastern Cape.
<h2>Pitch &amp; Conditions at St. George’s Park, Gqeberha</h2>
The St. George’s Park pitch has been tricky for batters this season. Pacers have found good movement off the surface, making stroke play challenging. With the average first-innings score hovering around 150, batsmen will have to work hard to settle in.
The pitch also offers some turn for spinners, making them a crucial factor in the middle overs. Pacers who hit the deck hard and bowl into the surface will enjoy the conditions, while batters who apply themselves can be rewarded later in the innings.
<h2>PR vs MICT Key Players for Dream11 Team</h2>
Ryan Rickelton (MI Cape Town) – Captain/Vice-Captain Choice The left-handed opener has been in sublime form, scoring 259 runs in just six matches at a staggering strike rate of 177.39. His aggressive starts make him a crucial pick for Dream11.
Rassie van der Dussen (MI Cape Town) The experienced batter has been MI Cape Town’s leading run-scorer this season, accumulating 330 runs at an average of 55. His ability to handle pressure and play match-winning knocks makes him a strong choice.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman (Paarl Royals) – Captain/Vice-Captain Choice The Afghan mystery spinner has been a game-changer for Paarl Royals, picking up 14 wickets in 10 matches at a brilliant economy rate of 6.52. His variations can trouble even the best batters.
George Linde (MI Cape Town) A valuable all-rounder, Linde can contribute with both bat and ball. His left-arm spin is effective on slower pitches, and he has the ability to play crucial cameos in the lower order.
Mitchell Owen (Paarl Royals) Another impactful all-rounder, Owen has been consistent with both bat and ball. He chipped in with two wickets in his last game and has the ability to turn matches in Paarl Royals’ favor.
<h2>Dream11 Fantasy Team</h2>
Wicket-Keepers: Ryan Rickelton – Captain 1 Rubin Hermann
Batters: Rassie van der Dussen  Reeza Hendricks Lhuan-dre Pretorius 
All-Rounders: George Linde – Vice-Captain Dewald Brevis Mitchell Owen
Bowlers: Rashid Khan Bjorn Fortuin Mujeeb Ur Rahman – Captain 2
** These are predictions made on the basis of previous records and forms, and might go wrong!

MI Cape Town faces Paarl Royals in SA20 2025 Qualifier 1. Key players, pitch report, and Dream11 predictions analyzed. MI Cape Town’s strong form gives them an edge, but Paarl Royals remain competitive.

SA20 2025 Qualifier 1: MI Cape Town vs Paarl Royals. Dream11 predictions, key players, pitch analysis, and fantasy cricket tips.