Saints U10 posted 126-3 in their allotted 25 overs, with Mayamiko Agabu leading the charge with a fluent 50* off 47 balls before retiring hurt. Extras proved pivotal — Victoria CC conceded a hefty 63 runs through wides and no-balls, inflating the Saints’ total and giving them a strong platform. Despite a flurry of retirements, Saints kept the scoreboard ticking and closed their innings with a solid total.
Victoria CC’s reply never quite found momentum. Blake’s 11 was the top score in a chase that faltered under pressure. Saints’ bowlers shared the spoils, but it was Luca Swanepoel who stole the show with a ruthless 3-5 in 3 overs, backed by Eli Hendricks (2-13) and Jared Forbes (1-13). Three runouts — two from Agabu — added to Victoria’s collapse, and they were bowled out for 96 in 22.2 overs.
🏏 Batting highlight: Mayamiko Agabu’s 50* (47) anchored Saints’ innings and included 4 boundaries and 2 sixes.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Luca Swanepoel’s 3-5 dismantled Victoria’s middle order with precision and control.
Victoria U11 put in a determined effort chasing 121 but ultimately came up 13 runs short, finishing on 108. Despite strong contributions from Israel, Kieron, and Lee — all of whom retired after steady starts — the innings lost momentum in the middle overs. Aamir (14*) and Naron (15*) tried to rally late, but the required rate proved just out of reach. Extras played a significant role, with 53 runs gifted through wides, no-balls, and byes, keeping Victoria in the hunt until the final overs.
Earlier, Edgemead had posted 120, built around a composed 49* from Troy and a handy 19 from Cruz. Victoria’s bowlers shared the wickets, with Aamir, Naron, Qayyum, and Raeeq each striking once. Qayyum’s spell stood out — a miserly 2-run effort that included a wicket and a maiden — while Hayden and Lee kept things tight with economy rates under 5.
🏏 Batting highlight: Lee, Israel, and Kieron all retired after solid starts, but it was Aamir’s unbeaten 14 that kept Victoria’s hopes alive deep into the chase.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Qayyum’s 2-1-2-1 was a model of control and pressure, helping restrict Edgemead at a crucial stage.
Primrose posted 128-4 in their 25 overs, with Qaraan blazing 48 off 33 balls (5 fours, 3 sixes) and Yusha anchoring with a patient 26*. Despite a steady platform, the innings was hampered by 27 extras and a lack of acceleration in the middle overs. Matthew Richards picked up 2-33, while Elijah Rushin and Kale Koopman chipped in with a wicket apiece.
Victoria U12 responded with intent. Mahir Carr was unstoppable, hammering 81* off just 51 balls, including 11 boundaries and 3 sixes, before retiring hurt. His dominance ensured the chase was wrapped up in just 15.5 overs. Qaraan tried to pull things back with 2 wickets, but Victoria’s momentum never wavered.
🏏 Batting highlight: Mahir Carr’s explosive 81* (51) was the backbone of Victoria’s chase, mixing power with precision.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Matthew Richards’ 2-33 gave Victoria early breakthroughs and kept Primrose in check.
Tygerberg CC U13 piled on a mammoth 242-7 in their 30 overs, with Callan De Bryne leading the charge with a commanding 73 off 60 balls (3 fours, 5 sixes). Phoenix Van Zyl added fireworks with 42 off just 24, and Ryan Florence chipped in with a brisk 34. Extras were costly for VICS — 49 in total — as Tygerberg surged to an imposing total.
In reply, VICS U13 showed flashes of resistance, most notably through Farhaan Mohamed’s 58 off 47 balls (5 fours, 4 sixes) and Abu Hanifa Ahmed’s 27 off 20. But the chase faltered early and never recovered from a flurry of wickets. Callan De Bryne returned with the ball to claim 2-24, while Mark Brand’s miserly 1-5 off 4 overs applied the squeeze.
🏏 Batting highlight: Callan De Bryne’s 73 (60) set the tone for Tygerberg’s innings with power and poise.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Mark Brand’s 4-2-5-1 was a masterclass in control, stifling VICS’ top order.
Victoria U15 posted 142 all out in 24 overs, with Jordan Rick anchoring the innings with a composed 47 off 53 balls. Despite a flurry of wickets, a late cameo from Jordan Marcus (17* off 10) and 30 extras helped push the total past 140. Langa’s bowlers kept things tight, with Emihle Mjuza (3-21) and Lahluma Emisa (3-23) sharing six wickets between them.
In reply, Langa CC struggled to build momentum. Kungawo Manu’s 33 and Emihle Mlambo’s unbeaten 25 kept them in the hunt, but regular wickets and sharp fielding — including three runouts — stalled the chase. Amos Hermanus (2-18) and Jevaun Le Roux (1-11) were instrumental in applying pressure as Langa closed on 121-8 from their 25 overs.
🏏 Batting highlight: Jordan Rick’s 47 (53) held Victoria’s innings together and earned him Player of the Match honours.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Amos Hermanus delivered under pressure with 2-18, including a key middle-order breakthrough.
VICS U14Smashes posted 141-6 in their 20 overs, with Troy Schilder anchoring the innings with 35 off 38 balls and Tristan De Heer Kloots adding a composed 27* off 26. Raeed Samaai chipped in with a brisk 26, but the innings was punctuated by regular wickets and 22 extras that padded the total. Jordan Pitts (2-16) and Abdul Azeez Meyer (2-27) led the bowling effort for Saints.
In reply, Saints Smashes U14 were clinical. Cole Samuels was the standout, smashing an unbeaten 73 off 56 balls, supported by Abdul Azeez Meyer’s 22* off 16. Despite three wickets falling, the chase was wrapped up in 19 overs with composure and control. VICS’ bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs, and Saints’ top order made light work of the target.
🏏 Batting highlight: Cole Samuels’ commanding 73* (56) anchored the chase and never let the pressure build.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Jordan Pitts’ 2-16 in the powerplay gave Saints early momentum and control.