The Sunrisers Eastern Cape secured their position in the playoff spots with a second consecutive bonus point win against Durban’s Super Giants at St George’s Park on Sunday.
Following a string of three losses, the defending champions have regained their winning form that previously led them to consecutive SA20 titles in the past two seasons.
Marco Jansen (2/23), who topped the wicket-taking charts last season, spearheaded the recovery with an exceptional opening spell.
The match’s second delivery saw Jansen dismiss Durban’s Super Giants opener Brandon King, igniting celebrations among the packed St George’s Park audience.
The Orange Army’s supporters, accompanied by the renowned brass band, created an unforgettable Betway SA20 atmosphere in Gqeberha.
“Glad to have it on a string. Going well at the moment. It’s not easy to bowl in the powerplay, for me it’s all about taking wickets and everything just falls in place,” Jansen said.
“I try to bowl in the channel consistently. We have the best crowd in the country, appreciate them coming out.”
The hosts delivered an impressive performance with Jansen receiving excellent support from Richard Gleeson (2/19), Ottneil Baartman (2/30), and Liam Dawson (2/11), limiting the opposition to 115/8.
Gleeson now leads the tournament’s wicket-taking list with eight dismissals at 14.25 runs per wicket.
Kane Williamson (44 off 45 balls) anchored the Super Giants innings, with minimal support until Naveen-ul-Haq’s late surge of 30 not out from 15 deliveries.
The Sunrisers’ chase featured David Bedingham’s quick 39, followed by Jordan Hermann’s useful 23 runs.
Captain Aiden Markram sealed the victory with an unbeaten 31 from 20 balls, concluding the match with a powerful six over square leg that delighted the home supporters.
