Mumbai Indians star Quinton De Kock delivered a match-winning performance in the SA20, guiding Sunrisers Eastern Cape to an emphatic 10-wicket victory over Pretoria Capitals. De Kock was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 79 off just 41 deliveries, an innings characterized by aggressive stroke play that included five fours and six sixes. Partnering with Jonny Bairstow, the opening duo chased down the target with 34 balls remaining.
De Kock's explosive form is a major positive for the MI franchise as they monitor their international stars ahead of the IPL 2026 season. His ability to dominate attacks and secure quick wins highlights his value at the top of the order. This performance helped Sunrisers Eastern Cape climb to the top of the SA20 table, securing their third win of the tournament.
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“The Capitals could not find a way through Bairstow and Quinton de Kock, as the duo stood unbeaten till the end, with the Tristan Stubbs-led unit winning the contest by an emphatic 10-wicket margin with 34 balls to spare.”
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Across 15 T20I innings played in India, de Kock averages 47 with a strike rate over 150, numbers that underline his ability to dominate powerplays. His experience of Indian venues, largely shaped through IPL seasons and bilateral tours, gives South Africa an attacking head start.
Quinton de Kock was the highest run-getter for South Africa during the T20I series against India last month. The wicketkeeper-batter also finished with most runs in the subsequent SA20 2025-26. He will look to continue his purple patch against the West Indies.
De Kock has registered four half-centuries in the SA20 this season. He has batted at an explosive strike rate of 150.60. The top-order pro can definitely be counted as one of the batters to watch out for.

“The Capitals could not find a way through Bairstow and Quinton de Kock, as the duo stood unbeaten till the end, with the Tristan Stubbs-led unit winning the contest by an emphatic 10-wicket margin with 34 balls to spare.”