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MI Cape Town cricket team logo

MICT

WINNER
VS
Joburg Super Kings cricket team logo

JSK

Newlands, Cape Town,

SA20

MI Cape Town vs Joburg Super Kings Match Recap

Last updated: 18 January 2026

Analysis by Vikram Sharma Β· Quantitative Strategist Β·

Result: MI Cape Town won by 4 wickets (DLS method). JSK 123/7 vs MICT 128/6.

Our Prediction: MI Cape Town β€” Correct


Pre-match analysis published on 6 January 2026:

MI Cape Town look the clear favourites heading into this clash.

Newlands, Cape Town offers no clear advantage either way, with chase rates sitting around 50%.

MI Cape Town's powerplay prowess (8.89 RPO) should set up a strong platform.

Through the middle overs, MI Cape Town have been solid, rotating strike at 8.58 RPO while keeping wickets intact.

MI Cape Town's death bowling has been miserly at 6.61 economy - crucial in tight finishes.

All things considered, the data suggests MI Cape Town should have enough. Don't write off Joburg Super Kings completely - T20 margins are thin and momentum shifts quickly.

MI Cape Town at 68% confidence looks solid value.

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