Wynberg collects a seven-wicket victory over Khayelitsha Hub
In a round three match of the Western Cape’s Switch Schools SA20 – Volume Two competition, Khayelitsha Hub won the toss against Wynberg Boys’ High and chose to bat first on the Jacques Kallis Oval, on Wednesday.
Wynberg made that decision appear questionable as the hosts’ bowlers got on top of the visiting batsmen, while a strong fielding performance made batting progress even tougher, which led to the Khayelitsha side being dismissed for a low total.
The home side, then, without having to press hard, made the chase look comfortable and went on to a convincing seven-wicket win.
At first, opener Ayola Sam looked exciting for the Khayelitsha Hub, hitting two fours in his 13 runs off 15 balls, but his stay was soon ended by Wynberg captain Michail Tarentaal, who caught and bowled the dangerman.
Raihan Khan was a weapon for the home team, knocking over 3/8 in three overs, while Nicholas Stafford claimed 2/17 in four as the Khayelitsha Hub was restricted to just 78/9 after their 20 overs.
All Wynberg needed was a good start and their job would be almost done. They got it from openers Matthew Saunders and Matthew Mills, who scored 29 runs each in a 53-run first wicket partnership. Mills finished unbeaten, having struck two fours and a six.
Ntando Ham, though, did his best to undermine Wynberg’s charge to victory. He was electric, snaring 3/13 in four overs.
Despite his outstanding effort, Wynberg eased to victory, reaching 80/3 after 15.1 overs.
Summarised Scorecard
Khayelitsha Hub 78/9 (Raihan Khan 3/8, Nicholas Stafford 2/17); Wynberg Boys’ High 80/3 (Matthew Mills 29*, Matthew Saunders 29; Ntando Ham 3/13). Wynberg won by seven wickets.
