U19 World Cup 2024 (Game 30) – Super Six Stage – South Africa vs Zimbabwe
South Africa Under-19 destroyed Zimbabwe Under-19, marking their first triumph in the Super Six Stage of the Under-19 World Cup 2024. The Proteas bundled the Zimbabweans out for just over a hundred and then chased it down in just over 13 overs time.
Opting to field first, South Africa’s fast bowlers, led by the exceptional Kwena Maphaka, dismantled the Zimbabwean batting lineup with clinical precision. Maphaka’s five-wicket haul, supported by Tristan Luus’ three crucial wickets, restricted Zimbabwe to a meager 102 runs in just 29.2 overs. The relentless onslaught left Zimbabwe struggling to establish partnerships or gain momentum throughout their innings.
Chasing the modest target, South Africa’s opening pair, Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Steve Stolk, showcased a scintillating start, forging a dynamic partnership of 86 runs in just 10 overs. Although Stolk departed in the 11th over, his contribution set the stage for Pretorius to shine. The young batsman notched up his maiden fifty in the Under-19 World Cup 2024, leading the charge with aggressive intent and calculated strokeplay.
South Africa’s pursuit of victory was executed with unwavering determination as they efficiently chased down the required total in a mere 12 overs, losing only one wicket in the process. The comprehensive win underscored the team’s batting prowess and highlighted their ability to perform under pressure on the global stage, sending a strong message to their competitors in the tournament.
As South Africa Under-19 notches up a commanding victory, their all-round brilliance positions them as formidable contenders in the ongoing Under-19 World Cup, setting high expectations for their future matches in the Super Six Stage.
Chief Scores :-
Zimbabwe U19 – 102 for 10 in 29.2 overs (Ronak Patel 32, Ryan Takunda Kamwemba 24, Mashford Shungu 17, Kwena Maphaka 5 for 34, Tristan Luus 3 for 25, Riley Norton 1 for 7)
South Africa U19 – 103 for 1 in 13.3 overs (Lhuan-dre Pretorius 53*, Steve Stolk 37, David Teeger 10*, Anesu Henty Kamuriwo 1 for 31, Ryan Simbi 0 for 16, Newman Takudzwa Nyamhuri 0 for 26)
