MI Cape Town wins first SA20 title, defeats Sunrisers Eastern Cape by 76 runs

MI Cape Town clinched their first SA20 title by defeating the Sunrisers Eastern Cape by 76 runs at the Wanderers in Johannesburg. Batting first, MI Cape Town scored 181 runs with key contributions from Connor Esterhuizen and Dewald Brevis, while Kagiso Rabada led the bowling attack with an impressive 4 wickets for 25 runs, dismantling Eastern Cape's chase for just 105 runs. Despite a brief recovery led by Tom Abell and Toni de Zorzi, the Sunrisers struggled early and succumbed to MI's bowling prowess. This victory marked a significant turnaround for MI Cape Town, who had previously finished at the bottom of the table in the last two seasons. The match was played in front of a packed crowd, showcasing the excitement and growth of the league. Captain Rashid Khan expressed his elation over the team's performance, highlighting their journey from last place to champions.