Paarl Royals secure record run-chase victory

In a thrilling SA20 match, the Paarl Royals achieved a record chase of 213 runs to defeat the Pretoria Capitals by eight wickets, marking the highest run-chase in the tournament's history. Joe Root led the charge with an impressive 92 runs off 60 balls, supported by Rubin Hermann's 56 and David Miller's unbeaten 48. The Capitals had earlier set a challenging target, scoring 212 runs with contributions from Will Smeed (54) and others. Meanwhile, MI Cape Town also secured a significant victory, thrashing Joburg Super Kings by seven wickets, with Ryan Rickelton scoring 89 off 39 balls. Both victories highlight the competitive nature of the SA20 tournament, with MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals currently leading the standings. The matches showcased exceptional performances, including four Catch R2-Million winners for remarkable catches.