The grand stage is set for an electrifying Betway SA20 Season 3 final as defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape chase an unprecedented third consecutive title against first-time finalists MI Cape Town at Wanderers. The stakes couldn’t be higher, with history beckoning for one side and redemption fueling the other.

Sunrisers once again proved their championship pedigree with a ruthless dismantling of the Royals in the Qualifier. Tony de Zorzi, a late addition to the squad, delivered a masterclass with a scintillating 78 off 49 balls, while Jordan Hermann’s unbeaten 69 ensured a seamless chase. Aiden Markram’s leadership continues to inspire, and his team looks primed for yet another coronation.

Standing in their way is MI Cape Town, a team that has peaked at just the right time. Their dominant 39-run victory over Paarl Royals was a statement of intent. Ryan Rickelton and Rassie van der Dussen provided early fireworks before Dewald Brevis and Delano Potgieter launched a late assault to propel them to 199/4. But it was their bowling unit, led by the indomitable Rashid Khan, that truly sealed the deal. The Afghan wizard made history by becoming T20’s all-time leading wicket-taker, and his influence will be crucial in the final.

Saturday’s clash is more than just a battle for the trophy—it’s a showdown of resilience, legacy, and hunger. The Sunrisers, a team built on experience and composure, will need to withstand MI Cape Town’s fearless brand of cricket. Markram’s tactical nous meets Rashid’s game-breaking brilliance in a battle of two world-class captains.

Will the Sunrisers cement their dynasty, or will MI Cape Town announce their arrival as the new kings of SA20? The Wanderers awaits, and the stage is set for a final worthy of the competition’s growing legacy.
[Submitted by Estea Rademeyer]