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In game 6 of SA20 2025, Dinesh KarthikThe innings came to an abrupt end due to a strange exit, adding drama to an intense clash between MY Cape Town and Royal Pearl. Batting in a crucial phase of the game, Karthik faced a communication mix-up which resulted in his dismissal.
Dinesh Karthik’s chaotic exit seals Paarl Royals’ woes
Karthik was the victim of a chaotic run that highlighted the Royals’ crumbling innings. Facing George LindeKarthik gently pushed the ball towards point and hesitated on the single, creating a moment of indecision. The shot came quickly and the goalkeeper ryan rickelton He appeared to step on the stumps while collecting the ball. However, only one bond was initially annulled, making the dismissal incomplete.
In a moment of great awareness, Rickelton secured the wicket by taking out stump after the second bail was dislodged. This sequence of events summed up Karthik’s disappointing innings as he exited with just 2 runs off 7 balls, at a modest 28.57. The dismissal also underlined the Royals’ struggles, with the scoreboard reading a precarious 78/7. With no rescue innings from Karthik, Royals’ hopes further diminished in the face of Linde’s excellent spell.
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MI Cape Town’s explosive batting performance
Opting to bat first at Newlands, Cape Town City posted a challenging total of 172/7. Reeza Hendricks anchored the innings with a spectacular 59 off 37 balls, supported by Rassie van der Dussen‘s 43. Delano Potgieter added a quick 29, ensuring a strong finish. Eastern Galiem was the pick of the Royals bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for 24 runs in his 4 overs. Chasing 173, the Royals struggled to build partnerships, with only Lhuan-dre Pretorius (26) and Mujeeb Ur Rahman (34) offering resistance. MI Cape Town’s disciplined bowling, led by Kagiso Rabada (2/22) and Linde (3/15), restricted the Royals to 139/9 in 20 overs, ensuring a comprehensive 33-run victory.
