In a rain-affected encounter at Kingsmead, the second match of the SA20 2024 tournament unfolded between Durban Super Giants and MI Cape Town. The excitement was palpable as both teams showcased their prowess in a high-scoring affair.
MI Cape Town Innings
Winning the toss, the Super Giants opted to bowl first, a decision that set the stage for an intense clash. MI Cape Town set a formidable target with an impressive total of 207/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Ryan Rickelton was the standout performer for MI Cape Town, smashing 87 runs off 51 balls, including 6 fours and 6 sixes.
For the Super Giants, all-rounder Keemo Paul picked up two wickets for 31 runs.
Durban Super Giants Innings
In response, the Super Giants were 177/6 in 16.3 overs before rain halted the play. On the basis of DLS method, the Keshav Maharaj-led side was declared winner by 11 runs.
The hero of the match was undoubtedly Heinrich Klaasen, whose explosive innings of 85 runs off 35 balls, featuring 4 fours and a whopping 8 sixes, steered his team to victory. Notable contribution also came from Matthew Breetzke.
MI Cape Town bowlers faced a tough challenge, with Kagiso Rabada being the most successful, claiming 2 wickets for 23 runs.
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Durban Super Giants won by 11 runs (DLS): https://t.co/BujODhSiNB#cricket #SA20 #DSGvMICT #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/qmCpObu2eU
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 12, 2024
Player of the Match
Heinrich Klaasen’s outstanding knock earned him the well-deserved ‘Player of the Match’ award.
Strong start for our #DSGvMICT player of the match, Heinrich Klaasen. 🏏#WelcomeToIncredible pic.twitter.com/pyHyzVKXaH
— Betway SA20 (@SA20_League) January 11, 2024
The SA20 2024 tournament has kicked off with a bang, promising more exciting encounters in the days to come.
