Durban's Super Giants kept their playoff dreams alive with a thrilling 58-run victory, thanks to a stellar century from Aiden Markram. His impressive knock of 108 runs off just 58 balls propelled DSG to a solid total of 189 for 7, even as the pitch became trickier to bat on as the game went on. 

Markram, who batted deep into the final over, struck 12 fours and 5 sixes, ensuring the Super Giants reached that remarkable score. He brought up his fifty in just 34 balls and then shifted into another gear, receiving valuable support from Kane Williamson, Heinrich Klaasen, and Liam Livingstone. Hardus Viljoen was the standout bowler for the opposition, claiming four wickets. 

When it came to defending their total, DSG's spinners made the most of the conditions. Sunil Narine and Simon Harmer were particularly effective, giving away only 31 runs in eight overs while taking three wickets. Markram also contributed by taking the crucial wicket of Lhuan-dre Pretorius early in the innings. The Royals stumbled to 60 for 4 and never found their footing, ultimately finishing at 131 for 9, with only Bjorn Fortuin providing some late resistance. 

In another thrilling match, the Pretoria Capitals pulled off one of the season's biggest comebacks, defeating Joburg Super Kings by 21 runs after being in dire straits at 7 for 5 on a challenging pitch. A record-breaking century partnership for the sixth wicket between Dewald Brevis and Sherfane Rutherford saved the Capitals from a total collapse. 

JSK's seamers were on fire in the early stages, with Daniel Worrall and Wiaan Mulder dismantling the top order and leaving the Capitals in a tough spot within just five overs. But from that precarious position of 7 for 5, Brevis and Rutherford turned the tide, launching a counterattack that saw them score 103 runs off 74 balls. Their partnership lifted the Capitals to a respectable 143 for 6, with Rutherford finishing not out on 74 and Brevis contributing 53 after being dropped early in his innings.

The chase never really got going, even with Dian Forrester's impressive unbeaten score of 44. Keshav Maharaj was a game-changer during the middle overs, taking out James Vince, Matthew de Villiers, and Mulder, which left JSK struggling at 54 for 4. Things got even tougher when they slipped to 68 for 6, especially after captain Donovan Ferreira had to retire hurt due to a shoulder injury. In the final over, Lizaad Williams made his mark by taking two wickets, finishing with a total of three. 

This loss meant that JSK missed their chance to secure qualification, and now their playoff hopes rest on the outcome of their last league match against the Paarl Royals.