Victoria won the toss and bowled first. All Rounder U10 posted 114-5 in their 25 overs, built largely on extras (52 runs conceded) and small but steady contributions from the middle order — Max Van Aardt scored 10 off 16 balls before being run out, while Blake Brown added 12*. Victoria’s bowlers chipped away: Caleb Vermeulen (1-17), Bryce Assam (1-21), Zahid Bassier (1-19), and Zach Naude (1-6) each took wickets, but the extras tally proved decisive.
Chasing 115, Victoria faltered early and were bowled out for 48 in 18.1 overs. Zach Naude top‑scored with 17 from 29 balls, while Evan Howard battled for 30 deliveries to make 4. The rest of the batting lineup struggled against incisive bowling. Max Van Aardt completed a fine all‑round performance, taking 4-2 in just over an over. He was well supported by Ludo Johnson (2-3) and Josh Wilson (2-5).
🏏 Batting highlight: Zach Naude’s 17 was the lone bright spot in a tough chase.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Caleb Vermeulen’s early strike (1-17) gave Victoria hope before the extras tally took over.
Victoria chose to bowl first, but Durbanville piled up 191-7 in their 25 overs. The innings was built around a commanding knock from Luhan (50 off 35 balls, 9 fours), supported by Daniel Van Renen (27) and Ruben Nelson (18*). Extras again played a major role, with Victoria conceding 54 runs. Despite this, there were bright moments: Lee Valentine (2-18) and Sameer Deshmook (2-21) struck twice each, while Aamir Tailor and Keiron Mentoor chipped in with wickets.
Chasing 192, Victoria started positively at 25-0 but collapsed after losing four wickets in quick succession. Zaid Carr (12), Lee Valentine (11), and Idrees Ryklief (9 off 4) offered resistance, but the innings folded for 110 in 21.1 overs. Durbanville’s bowlers shared the spoils: Luhan capped his all‑round display with 2-7, Albert Swart (2-11) and Owen Mason (2-12) kept the pressure on, while Daniel Van Renen and Ruben Nelson added a wicket apiece.
🏏 Batting highlight: Zaid Carr’s patient 12 anchored the early chase before the collapse.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Lee Valentine’s 2-18 stood out in a tough day for Victoria’s attack.
Victoria U12 opted to bowl first and immediately seized control. United were bundled out for just 60 in 22 overs, with Israel Ruiter leading the charge (4-21). He was well supported by Matthew Richards (2-6) and Zachariah Van Heerden (2-12), while Luca Lewis chipped in with a wicket and a sharp catch. United’s top scorer was Maker with 14, but the innings never gained momentum.
Victoria’s reply was clinical. Richards carried his fine form into the chase, striking 29 off 23 balls with 5 boundaries*, while Aiden Cay (8*) and AJ Matthys (4*) ensured a smooth pursuit. Extras contributed generously, and the target was reached in just 10 overs without loss.
🏏 Batting highlight: Matthew Richards’ fluent 29* anchored the chase with authority.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Israel Ruiter’s devastating 4-21 broke United’s backbone early.
Victoria U13 chose to bat and posted a formidable 182-4 in their 20 overs. The innings was powered by two standout knocks: Abu Hanifa’s explosive 50 off 25 balls (6 fours, 3 sixes, SR 200) and Wahid Esau’s composed 50 off 37 balls (4 fours, 3 sixes). Adam added 19, while Raaiq (13*) and Abdu Shakur (1*) saw the innings home. Extras contributed heavily (40 runs), helping Victoria to a run rate of 9.1.
Ottoman’s chase never truly threatened. Despite spirited efforts from Zuhayr Mustapha (22 off 14) and M Talib Noordien (20 off 28), they were restricted to 128-6. Victoria’s bowlers shared the spoils: Aries Allie (2-8) and Wahid Esau (2-12) led the way, with Uthmaan and Thaqib each claiming a wicket. Extras again featured prominently (38 runs), but Victoria’s disciplined attack ensured a comfortable margin.
🏏 Batting highlight: Abu Hanifa’s blistering 50 off 25 balls set the tone for a dominant total.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Aries Allie’s miserly 2-8 in two overs choked Ottoman’s middle order.
OCC U14 won the toss and batted first, compiling 183 all out in 29.4 overs. Their innings was anchored by Quentain Davids (58 off 55, 3 fours, 3 sixes) and Mishal Jassiem (47 off 54), with Ezekiel Mostert adding a brisk 23. Victoria’s bowlers worked hard: Suhail Abdullah led with 3-29, while Uthmaan Begg (2-37) and Michael Smith (1-22) chipped in. Extras (28) also boosted OCC’s total.
Victoria’s reply was steady but never accelerated, finishing at 136-8 in 30 overs. Abubakar Manuel top-scored with a fluent 55 off 52 balls (3 fours, 3 sixes), supported by Raeed Samaai (16) and Jevaun Le Roux (13). However, regular wickets and tight spells from OCC’s bowlers kept Victoria behind the rate. Zaid Salie (2-15) and Taufeeq Baradien (2-18) were the pick, with Davids also contributing with the ball (1-11).
🏏 Batting highlight: Abubakar Manuel’s composed 55 gave Victoria hope in the chase.
🎯 Bowling highlight: Suhail Abdullah’s 3-29 was the standout effort in restricting OCC.