6 sixes in a row: Brevis and Rutherford unleash mayhem as Pretoria Capitals crush MI Cape Town
Dewald Brevis and Sherfane Rutherford unleashed absolute carnage in the SA20, smashing six consecutive sixes as Pretoria Capitals demolished MI Cape Town by a massive 85 runs to record their first win of the competition with a bonus point. The pair’s explosive batting propelled the Capitals to a formidable 220/5, before Rutherford returned with the ball to claim 4/24 and seal a comprehensive victory.
Six sixes in a row: Brevis and Rutherford’s stunning assault
Brevis (36 not out off 13 balls; one four, four sixes) and Rutherford (47 not out off 15 balls; six sixes) put on an unbeaten 86-run partnership for the sixth wicket in a blistering 27 balls, hitting six sixes in a row to turn the innings on its head.
An astonishing 72 runs came off the last three overs as the duo tore into the MI Cape Town bowling attack, with Rutherford particularly brutal—clearing the boundary six times without a single four to his name.
The onslaught left MI Cape Town’s bowlers shellshocked, with Kagiso Rabada enduring a tough comeback game after a long injury layoff, conceding 48 runs for two wickets in his four overs.
Wihan Lubbe and Shai Hope lay the foundation
Earlier in the innings, Wihan Lubbe smashed a 36-ball 60 (seven fours, two sixes) to give the Capitals a solid platform, while Shai Hope chipped in with 45 off 30 balls (three fours, two sixes). Their contributions set the stage for Brevis and Rutherford’s late fireworks, which took the total beyond 220.
Rutherford completes all-round masterclass
Rutherford’s heroics didn’t end with the bat. He returned to deliver a sensational spell of 3-0-24-4, ripping through MI Cape Town’s batting lineup. He was well supported by South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj, who produced a fine spell of 4-0-28-3.
Tymal Mills, Lizaad Williams, and Bryce Parsons claimed one wicket each as MI Cape Town were shot out for a mere 135 in 14.2 overs.
MI Cape Town batters get starts but fail to convert
For MI Cape Town, each of their top four batters got starts but failed to capitalize. Rassie van der Dussen (28), Ryan Rickelton (33), Reeza Hendricks (18), and Nicholas Pooran (25 off 6 balls; four sixes) all showed glimpses of intent but couldn’t build substantial innings, leaving their side well short of the target.
Miller stars as Paarl Royals edge Sunrisers Eastern Cape
In the other match on Wednesday, Paarl Royals captain David Miller struck a brilliant 38-ball 71 not out to guide his team to a five-wicket victory over Sunrisers Eastern Cape with two balls to spare at Gqeberha.
Batting first, Sunrisers Eastern Cape were bowled out for 149 in 20 overs, with Nqobani Mokoena (4/34) and Ottneil Baartman (3/36) producing fine spells. Jordan Hermann (47) waged a lone battle for the home side, while Jonny Bairstow (33) also made a useful contribution at the top.
Paarl Royals slipped to 35/4 after seven overs, with Marco Jansen (2/25) and Anrich Nortje (2/21) striking early blows. However, Miller counter-attacked with a stroke-filled innings, hitting four fours and five sixes. He was well supported by Keagan Lion-Cachet (45 off 40 balls; six fours) as the duo put on 114 runs for the fifth wicket to get their side over the line.