Centurion, January 18, 2024
In a pulsating encounter at SuperSport Park, the Pretoria Capitals put on a dazzling display of power-packed batting against the Durban Super Giants in the 10th match of the SA20 series. The Capitals’ innings, characterized by explosive performances and breathtaking stroke play, left fans on the edge of their seats.
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Pretoria Capitals innings Key Highlights:
Philip Salt’s Explosive Start:
- The Pretoria Capitals, opting to bat, got off to a scintillating start with wicketkeeper-batsman Philip Salt contributing a quickfire 23 runs off 13 balls. His aggressive approach set the tone for what turned out to be a run-fest.
Will Jacks’ Blitzkrieg Century:
- The standout performance came from Will Jacks, who lit up the SuperSport Park with a sensational century. His remarkable 101 off just 42 deliveries included an astonishing eight boundaries and nine towering sixes, showcasing his dominance over the Super Giants’ bowling attack.
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Colin Ingram’s Impactful Knock:
- Colin Ingram played a crucial role in accelerating the Capitals’ innings, smashing 43 runs off 23 balls. His aggressive yet calculated batting added valuable runs to the scoreboard.
Challenging Target of 204:
- The Pretoria Capitals posted a formidable total of 204/9 in their allotted 20 overs. The Super Giants faced a daunting task as they headed into the innings break, needing a spirited performance to chase down the target.
Fall of Wickets and Bowler Performance:
Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
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Salt (wk) | 23 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 176.92 |
Will Jacks | 101 | 42 | 8 | 9 | 240.48 |
Theunis de Bruyn | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
Rossouw | 11 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 100.00 |
Ingram | 43 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 186.96 |
Neesham | 4 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 36.36 |
Corbin Bosch | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
Parnell (c) | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Eathan Bosch | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
Viljoen | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 |
Adil Rashid | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
Extras | 13 (b 5, lb 3, w 5, nb 0, p 0) |
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Total | 204 (9 wkts, 20 Ov) |
Fall of Wickets | Bowler | O | M | R | W | NB | WD | ECO |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75-1 (Salt, 5.2) | Maharaj (c) | 3 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12.00 |
78-2 (Theunis de Bruyn, 6.3) | Stoinis | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9.20 |
113-3 (Rossouw, 9.2) | R Topley | 4 | 1 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8.50 |
151-4 (Will Jacks, 12.6) | Junior Dala | 4 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8.00 |
195-5 (Neesham, 17.2) | Keemo Paul | 2 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 14.50 |
197-6 (Ingram, 18.1) | Pretorius | 3 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9.30 |
Mandatory | 0.1-6 | 77 |
- The Capitals, however, faced some setbacks with wickets falling at regular intervals. Reece Topley proved to be a thorn in their side, claiming three crucial wickets. Keshav Maharaj, Marcus Stoinis, and Junior Dala also contributed with key breakthroughs.
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Powerplays Recap:
- The Capitals dominated the powerplays, amassing an impressive 77 runs in the first six overs, laying a solid foundation for their formidable total.
The stage is set for a thrilling chase as the Durban Super Giants gear up to respond to the Capitals’ challenging target. Cricket enthusiasts are in for a treat as the action unfolds at SuperSport Park. Stay tuned for live updates and more SA20 excitement!
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