Durban, January 10, 2026 - The highly anticipated SA20 clash between Durban's Super Giants (DSG) and Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) at Kingsmead was abandoned on Friday night due to persistent rain. The match, which was scheduled as the 18th of the season, never progressed beyond the pre-match formalities, as the toss itself was delayed before being eventually called off at 20:00 local time. A promising crowd had gathered, hoping for an exciting contest, but the weather had other plans.

Both teams were awarded two points each as a result of the abandonment. This outcome sees Sunrisers Eastern Cape solidify their position at the top of the SA20 table with 19 points from six matches. Durban's Super Giants, on the other hand, move to 11 points after seven matches, inching closer to a playoff spot. However, they remain in fifth position, outside the top four qualifying positions, with the Pretoria Capitals possessing a game in hand.

This abandonment marks the third time in seven matches that Durban's Super Giants have had a game affected by the weather, a frustrating statistic for the team. For Sunrisers Eastern Cape, this is the second time one of their matches has been abandoned due to weather conditions. DSG beat MI Cape Town in their opening match, but since then have lost three of their next six games.

Aiden Markram's Durban's Super Giants will be particularly disappointed with the no-result, especially as it was against his former team, the Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Markram, who captained the Sunrisers to back-to-back championship titles and a runners-up position in the previous three seasons, joined the Super Giants this season.

The Sunrisers, now led by Tristan Stubbs, have continued their strong form, and are currently on top of the log. Coached by Adrian Birrell, the Sunrisers appear to have transitioned seamlessly despite the change in captaincy.

The Durban Super Giants will face Sunrisers Eastern Cape again on Sunday at St George's Park. Both teams will be hoping for better weather and a chance to secure a victory.

The abandonment of the DSG vs SEC match marks the second consecutive SA20 game to be called off due to weather. The Joburg Super Kings vs Paarl Royals match at the Wanderers was abandoned due to lightning.