The Pretoria Capitals are desperate for their first win of the SA20 season as they prepare to take on the undefeated Durban’s Super Giants at a sold-out SuperSport Park on Thursday night.
Despite a spirited fightback against the Paarl Royals in their last match, the Capitals fell just short, leaving coach Graham Ford optimistic about their potential but yearning for that elusive victory.
“We played a hell of a game of cricket,” said Ford, emphasizing the quality of his team’s performance. “The guys are pretty determined and there’s a belief within the group that we are a good team.”
Ford hopes the electric atmosphere created by the Centurion crowd will propel his team to success against a strong DSG lineup. “The thing I’m grateful for is that we did entertain them,” he said. “They deserve a win to go home with smiles on their faces.”
Standing in their way is a Super Giants team boasting an in-form batting attack, led by red-hot middle-order batsman Heinrich Klaasen, who returns to his favorite hunting ground at Centurion. The Super Giants have made some shrewd squad changes, bringing in World Cup winner Marcus Stoinis to replace the departed Nicholas Pooran.
Can the Capitals break their losing streak and finally get their season on track? Tune in to the action tonight for what promises to be a thrilling encounter!
