We take an exciting look ahead to this Friday’s high-stakes Ram Slam T20 Challenge battle between the WSB Cape Cobras and the formidable Multiply Titans, hosted at the iconic PPC Newlands.
This Friday night promises fireworks as two of the competition’s hottest franchises lock horns at the picturesque PPC Newlands Ground. The Multiply Titans have been unstoppable this season, whilst the Cape Cobras are riding high on a fantastic four-match winning streak.
While the Pretoria-based Titans showed a bit of vulnerability last weekend in their chase against the Knights, managing just a modest 133, the Cobras clinched a close win over the Free Staters on Wednesday. Expect an intense and action-packed encounter – let’s dive into the details.
Match Details: Cobras vs Titans | Friday 8 December | PPC Newlands, Cape Town | 18:00
Betting Odds – To Win Match
WSB Cape Cobras: 39/20 | Tie: 35/1 | Multiply Titans: 41/100
WSB Cape Cobras
After a rocky start losing their first three matches, the Cobras have confidently bounced back with four wins in a row, showcasing their resilience and fight. This clash will be their toughest challenge yet to maintain their winning momentum, especially against the Titans who recently cruised to a seven-wicket victory at Centurion with plenty of overs to spare.
The recent performance against the Knights was highlighted by Dane Paterson’s impressive bowling figures of 4-24, including back-to-back wickets of key batsmen David Miller and Ryan McLaren – a crucial turning point in a tightly contested match. Paterson and his fellow bowlers Rory Kleinveldt (economy 6.52) and Ferisco Adams (economy 7.60) will all need to stay sharp against the Titans’ powerful top order to keep their winning run alive.
Multiply Titans
Coach Mark Boucher knows his side was fortunate against the Knights, who had the Titans on the back foot early on with early wickets of stars like Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram during a modest target chase. However, match-winners like Farhaan Behardien stood tall with a masterful 56 runs off 39 balls, supported by Albie Morkel and Chris Morris, steering the Titans to victory.
Selection decisions loom with the young Tony de Zorzi perhaps giving way to experienced campaigners like AB de Villiers, who could slot into the side to bolster the batting lineup. Chris Morris’s return and all-round abilities will also be key for the Titans in this big fixture against the Cobras.
Final Word: Multiply Titans at 41/100
Despite a wobble last week on a tricky pitch, the Titans boast the firepower and depth to end the Cobras’ winning streak. Back the Titans to make a statement – odds this tempting might not stick around for long this season.
