MI Cape Town secured their maiden SA20 final berth with a clinical 39-run victory over Paarl Royals in Qualifier 1 at St George’s Park. Kagiso Rabada praised the team’s all-round effort, while Royals’ Dayyaan Galiem admitted their bowling fell short. MI Cape Town advance directly to the final, while the Royals will get another shot in Qualifier 2. Galiem remains optimistic, emphasising their strong season and familiarity with conditions in Centurion.