Pretoria Capitals 2024 – Captain, Coach, Squad and Schedule
Pretoria Capitals, a T20 cricket team in the SA20 league 2024, takes its name from the capital city of South Africa, Pretoria. The franchise is closely affiliated with the Delhi Capitals in the IPL. Wayne Parnell, a prominent South African fast bowler, has been chosen to lead the Pretoria Capitals in this tournament.
Adhering to the league’s regulations, the team is allowed to sign 5 pre-designated South African players, 3 international players, 1 South African international player, and 1 uncapped South African player. Rile Russow, a renowned South African international batsman, is a key player in the squad, earning favoritism from cricket experts for his dangerous batting skills. The team’s coaching responsibilities are entrusted to the experienced Graham Ford.
Pretoria Capitals, established in 2022, competes in the SA20 league and is based in Pretoria, South Africa. The team plays its home matches at the Centurion Park Cricket ground and is proudly coached by Graham Ford. The ownership of this franchise rests with the JSW Group, showcasing a commitment to promoting and nurturing cricket talent in South Africa.
Owner of Pretoria Capitals:
Parth Jindal is the owner of Pretoria Capitals in this SA 20 tournament. He is the chief executive of Jsw group. He is also co founder of Delhi Capitals , a cricket franchise of Indian Premier League.
Sponsor of Pretoria Capitals:
JSW group is decided as a principal sponsor of Pretoria Capitals in the first season of SA20
Principal Partner:
Greenpanel has been designated as the official principal partner for the current SA20 season by Pretoria Capitals
Radio Partner:
In this category, the South African radio station, Jacaranda FM, has been designated as the radio partner
Title and Official Partners:
Along with the aforementioned brands, the team has also roped in Dafabet and Vision11 as the title and official partners.
Coaching Staff of Pretoria Capitals:
Graham ford an experienced cricket coach is appointed as a head coach of Pretoria Capitals. He is already served as a head coach of South Africa , Srikanka and of Ireland international cricket team for short tenure.
Moreover, Protese international all rounder Jacques Kalis will also be a part of coaching squad.
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Graham Ford |
| Assistant coach | Jacques Kallis |
| Assistant coach | Dale Benkenstein |
Team Identity of Pretoria Capitals:
The logo of SA 20 franchise Pretoria Capitals is as similar as that of cricket franchise Delhi Capitals having logo in which dark blue is base colour. A shield like structure with the Parliament building on the top of logo.
Captain of Pretoria Capitals:
The South African international fast bowler Wayne Parnell is the captain of Pretoria Capitals.
Squad of Pretoria Capitals:
| Name | Country | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne Parnell | South Africa | Captain |
| Theunis de Bruyn | South Africa | Batsman |
| Rilee Rossouw | South Africa | Batsman |
| Shane Dadswell | South Africa | Batsman, Occasional WK |
| Will Jacks | England | Batsman (Overseas) |
| Cameron Delport | South Africa | All-rounder |
| James Neesham | New Zealand | All-rounder (Overseas) |
| Senuran Muthusamy | South Africa | All-rounder |
| Shaun von Berg | South Africa | All-rounder |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | Wicket-keeper (Overseas) |
| Phil Salt | England | Wicket-keeper (Overseas) |
| Clyde Fortuin | South Africa | Wicket-keeper |
| Adil Rashid | England | Spin Bowler (Overseas) |
| Anrich Nortje | South Africa | Fast Bowler |
| Daryn Dupavillon | South Africa | Fast Bowler |
| Eathan Bosch | South Africa | Fast Bowler |
| Josh Little | Ireland | Fast Bowler (Overseas) |
| Migael Pretorius | South Africa | Fast Bowler |
Team Schedule of Pretoria Capitals:
- Jan 12, Fri – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Paarl Royals vs Pretoria Capitals, 3rd Match
- Venue: Boland Park, Paarl
- SA20 2024
- Jan 14, Sun – 03:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Pretoria Capitals vs Paarl Royals, 6th Match
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- SA20 2024
- Jan 18, Thu – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Pretoria Capitals vs Durban Super Giants, 10th Match
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- SA20 2024
- Jan 20, Sat – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Joburg Super Kings vs Pretoria Capitals, 13th Match
- Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
- SA20 2024
- Jan 22, Mon – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Pretoria Capitals, 15th Match
- Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha
- SA20 2024
- Jan 25, Thu – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Pretoria Capitals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape, 18th Match
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- SA20 2024
- Jan 27, Sat – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Pretoria Capitals vs Joburg Super Kings, 21st Match
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- SA20 2024
- Jan 30, Tue – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Durban Super Giants vs Pretoria Capitals, 24th Match
- Venue: Kingsmead, Durban
- SA20 2024
- Feb 01, Thu – 05:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: Pretoria Capitals vs MI Cape Town, 26th Match
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- SA20 2024
- Feb 03, Sat – 01:30 PM LOCAL
- Match: MI Cape Town vs Pretoria Capitals, 28th Match
- Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
- SA20 2024
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FAQs:
Who is the owner of Pretoria Capitals?
Parth Jindal is the official owner of Pretoria Capitals.
How many matches Pretoria Capitals will play?
10 Matches will play in second season of SA20.Â
What is the name of head coach of Pretoria Capitals?Â
Graham ford is appoited as the head coach.
