MICT vs PC Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - SA20 League 2025-26, Match 8

MI Cape Town will take on Pretoria Capitals in the eighth match of the SA20 2025-26 at Newlands in Cape Town on December 31. The season has started poorly for both teams, with no wins to their names after two matches.

In this MICT vs PC Dream11 prediction, we analyze pitch conditions, injury updates, toss prediction, head-to-head stats, and player performances to help you pick the best fantasy team for today’s match.

MICT vs PC Match Preview

Pretoria Capitals had a challenging start to the tournament, facing back-to-back defeats at the start of the tournament. They lost their opening match by 22 runs against Joburg Super Kings and then lost their last match by 48 runs against Sunrisers Eastern Cape. If they want to quickly bounce back on the SA20 points table, they'll have to tighten things up.

On the other hand, MI Cape Town currently stand in fourth position in the points table with one loss and one no result match. They lost the opening match by 15 runs against Durban's Super Giants, and their last match was abandoned due to rain.

MI Cape Town vs Pretoria Capitals Match Details

MICT vs PC Dream11 Team Today Stats

• MI Cape Town opening batsman Ryan Rickelton was the top scorer for the team in their last match against the Durban’s Super Giants. In 63 balls, he made 113 runs with 5 fours and 11 sixes. For today's MICT vs PC Dream11 prediction, he is an excellent option.
• All-rounder George Linde was the top wicket-taker for MI Cape Town during their previous game. He managed to take two wickets with an economy rate of 11.5. He will play a crucial role in our MICT vs PC Dream11 prediction for today.
• Pretoria Capitals' wicket-keeper batsman Shai Hope was the team's top performer, scoring 35 runs off 19 balls in their last match. For the MICT vs PC Dream11 team prediction, he is the most popular choice.
• Left-arm medium-fast bowler Tymal Mills was the top wicket-taker for Pretoria Capitals, taking two wickets at an economy rate of 7.8. He is expected to play an important role in the MICT vs PC Dream11 match today.

MICT vs PC Injury Update Today

Fans can anticipate that their favourite players and big performers will be part of their MICT vs PC Dream11 Prediction Team. All players in both lineups are fit and ready to compete.

MICT vs PC Toss Prediction

The toss is expected to be won by MI Cape Town captain, and one of the best spinners in the world, Rashid Khan, and the team may choose to bowl first on this ground due to previous records and pitch conditions in favour of bowling first.

Record of Chasing Teams at Newlands

The chasing record at Newlands is average. The team chasing the score has won 24 times in the 48 matches played at this venue in the T20 format, while the team batting first has also won 24 games.

MICT vs PC Playing 11 (Probable)

Both teams have players who have the capability of winning matches and should be considered for your MICT vs PC Dream11 team prediction. Keshav Maharaj will be in charge of Pretoria Capitals, while Rashid Khan, an Afghan all-rounder, will be the skipper of MI Cape Town.

Highest Run Scorers and Highest Wicket Takers

• Ryan Rickelton and Will Smeed have been the most successful run scorers for their respective teams in the batting department this season. Fans can expect a strong performance from both players in this match, as they are in good shape.
• Tymal Mills and George Linde are the top bowlers for their teams. These bowlers will be a major threat again, according to the MI Cape Town vs Pretoria Capitals Dream11 prediction.

MICT vs PC Captain and Vice Captain Choices

• The captaincy choices for this match were Ryan Rickelton and Nicholas Pooran, as they are both match-winners and are capable of turning the game with their performances.
• For vice-captaincy choices, Bryce Parsons and Dewald Brevis are the perfect choice for vice-captain. Both players have shown match-winning potential and are performing outstandingly this season.

Top Picks for MICT vs PC Dream11 Prediction

• George Linde is an exceptional all-rounder who greatly contributes to the team's success with his ability. He picked up two wickets in his last match.
• Ryan Rickelton is a hard-hitting batsman who can score big and take the game away from the bowlers. He has scored 113 runs at a strike rate of 179 in his last match.

Budget Picks for MICT vs PC Dream11 Prediction

• Tymal Mills is going to be a great budget player. He picked up two wickets at an economy rate of 7.8 in his last match.
• Lungi Ngidi is a very talented fast bowler who is expected to make valuable contributions to his side. He picked up one wicket in his last match.

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

Keepers: S Hope, R Rickelton
Batters: J Smith, W Smeed, D Brevis
All-rounders: B Parsons, C Bosch, G Linde
Bowlers: T Boult, T Mills, R Khan

Best Dream11 Team Today

Keepers: S Hope, R Rickelton, N Pooran
Batters: D Brevis, R van der Dussan, S Rutherford
All-rounders: G Linde, W Lubbe, B Parsons
Bowlers: T Boult, L Ngidi

MICT vs PC Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 8) SA20 League 2025-26 Players to Avoid

• Afghan all-rounder, Karim Janat is not a good choice for this match as he has struggled to perform effectively in the past few games.
• Daniel Smith's recent poor performance might be a reason not to include him in your MICT vs PC Dream11 team prediction for today.

MICT vs PC Weather & Pitch Report at Newlands

• Clear skies and an average temperature of around 21°C are expected in Cape Town to be perfect for cricket. There was no indication of rain or precipitation throughout the game.
• This surface is ideal for batting due to its short boundaries on both sides. A high-scoring game is expected, and both teams will opt to chase. The average first-innings score at this venue is 180 runs.

MICT vs PC Head-to-Head Records

The SA20 League has had six matches between MI Cape Town and Pretoria Capitals, with each team claiming three victories. This match will decide who will lead the MI Cape Town vs Pretoria Capitals H2H rivalry.

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