Sunrisers Eastern Cape 2025 – Captain, Coach, Squad and Schedule

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape, winners of the inaugural SA20 league, are gearing up for the 2025 season with a star-studded squad and strategic leadership. With a balanced mix of international stars and local talents, they are ready to set the field ablaze. Here’s everything you need to know about the Sunrisers Eastern Cape 2025 campaign. Sunrisers Eastern Cape is the most thrilling team in this SA20 tournament. Aiden Markram is the captain Sunrisers Eastern Cape in 2025 season.

Sunrisers Eastern Cape franchise is owned by the Sun TV network limited Sun TV network limited is announced as a principal sponsor of cricket franchise Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20 2025. ST George’s park Gqeberha is the home ground of this team. Adrian Birrell is appointed as a head coach of this team. 

As per league’ rule SEC will take 5 pre sign South African players , 3 international players , 1 South African international player and 1 uncapped South African player. They will be captained by Proteas highest ranked  T20 batter Aiden Markram.

Owner of Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

The owner of Sunrisers Eastern Cape is SUN Group.

Captain of Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

South African international player, dangerous and thriller batsman Aiden Markram leading the Sunrisers Eastern Cape in 2025.

Coach of Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

Adrian Birrell will perform his duties as a head coach of Sunrisers Eastern Cape. He is an old player of South Africa Team.

Coaching Staff:

Position	Name
Head coach	Adrian Birrell
Assistant coach	Baakier Abrahams
Batting coach	Russell Domingo
Bowling coach	Dale Steyn
Fielding coach	Ryan Cook

Team Identity of Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

Squad of Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

Player Name	Country	Role

Tom Abell

England

Allrounder

Ottneil Baartman

South Africa

Bowler

David Bedingham (Wildcard)

South Africa

Batter

Okuhle Cele

South Africa

Bowler

Zak Crawley

England

Batter

Liam Dawson

England

Allrounder

Richard Gleeson

England

Bowler

Simon Harmer

South Africa

Bowler

Jordan Hermann

South Africa

Batter

Marco Jansen

South Africa

Allrounder

Patrick Kruger

South Africa

Allrounder

Aiden Markram (Captain)

South Africa

Batter

Craig Overton

England

Allrounder

Caleb Seleka

South Africa

Bowler

Andile Simelane

South Africa

Allrounder

Daniel Smith (Rookie)

South Africa

Wicketkeeper-Batter

Tristan Stubbs

South Africa

Wicketkeeper-Batter

Beyers Swanepoel

South Africa

Allrounder

Roelof van der Merwe

South Africa

Bowler

Match Schedule of Sunrisers Eastern Cape:

1. Thursday, 9 January 2025
   • Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs MI Cape Town
   • Time: 17:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Gqeberha
2. Saturday, 11 January 2025
   • Match: Paarl Royals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
   • Time: 13:00 (SAST)
   • Venue: Paarl
3. Tuesday, 14 January 2025
   • Match: Pretoria Capitals vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
   • Time: 13:00 (SAST)
   • Venue: Centurion
4. Friday, 17 January 2025
   • Match: Durban’s Super Giants vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
   • Time: 17:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Durban
5. Sunday, 19 January 2025
   • Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Durban’s Super Giants
   • Time: 15:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Gqeberha
6. Wednesday, 22 January 2025
   • Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Pretoria Capitals
   • Time: 17:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Gqeberha
7. Friday, 24 January 2025
   • Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Joburg Super Kings
   • Time: 17:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Gqeberha
8. Sunday, 26 January 2025
   • Match: Joburg Super Kings vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
   • Time: 15:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Johannesburg
9. Wednesday, 29 January 2025
   • Match: MI Cape Town vs Sunrisers Eastern Cape
   • Time: 17:30 (SAST)
   • Venue: Cape Town
10. Saturday, 1 February 2025
    • Match: Sunrisers Eastern Cape vs Paarl Royals
    • Time: 13:00 (SAST)
    • Venue: Gqeberha

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Conclusion:

The Sunrisers Eastern Cape are set to make a strong impact in the 2025 SA20 League with their well-balanced squad, experienced leadership under Aiden Markram, and the strategic brilliance of coach Dale Benkenstein. With a mix of international stars and local talents, they have the potential to dominate the league. Their schedule promises thrilling matches at iconic venues like Gqeberha, Centurion, and Johannesburg, ensuring excitement for fans at every turn.

With a solid lineup and a clear strategy, the Sunrisers Eastern Cape are not just contenders but favorites to lift the trophy. Don’t miss the action-packed season as this dynamic team takes on the best in the league. Buy your tickets and cheer for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape as they aim to reclaim their crown.