ZIM-U19 vs SA-U19 Ball by Ball Commentary

ZIM-U19

102/10(29.2 ov)

SA-U19

103/1(13.3 ov)

South Africa Under-19 beat Zimbabwe Under-19 by 9 wickets

Commentary

South Africa Under-19

12:20 PM IST Right then! South Africa Under-19 have won their first game of the Super Six stage with ease and will be looking to continue their form in the next game as well. Zimbabwe Under-19 will be looking to bounce back against England. South Africa Under-19 was the better team tonight and finished the game in half a day. That's it from us today and we do request you to join us again tomorrow at 1.30 pm IST ( 8 am GMT) for the next Super Six game. You can also join us early to enjoy the build-up. Till then, have a good day!

12:15 PM IST Juan James, the captain of South Africa Under-19, is in for a chat. He starts by stating that he felt the boys were much better with the ball earlier. On this being the first game of Raeeq Daniels, he says that the bowler did really well especially with the nerves coming into play. Informs that they would've loved a 10-wicket win here, but they will surely take the momentum into the next game.

12:14 PM IST Matthew Schonken, the skipper of Zimbabwe Under-19, says in the interview that it was much of a mental loss than a physical one as the wicket didn’t do much to affect the course of the game. He says that they need to figure out the batting as a team as they have one more game coming up against England. He ends by saying that they are looking to enjoy the game as far as possible and are looking to keep things simple for the moment.

12:13 PM IST Kwena Maphaka wins the Player of the Match award for his exceptional spell with the ball in hand. Informs that he has been working on his inswingers recently and is glad that they came out well in this game. Mentions the boys are feeling good and they know that they can go far in this tournament. Informs that his stock ball is to attack the stumps. States that he has a bit more variety as well which helps him a lot.

12:12 PM IST ... TIME FOR THE PRESENTATIONS ...

12:11 PM IST South Africa Under-19 demonstrated their batting prowess emphatically during the second innings, with Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Steve Stolk setting the stage ablaze once again. The dynamic duo provided a scintillating start, notching up a blistering partnership of 86 runs in just 10 overs. While Steve Stolk departed in the 11th over, his contribution proved pivotal in laying the foundation for South Africa's pursuit of victory. However, it was Lhuan-dre Pretorius who stole the spotlight, showcasing his talent with a sublime innings that culminated in his maiden fifty of the Under-19 World Cup 2024. With Pretorius leading the charge, South Africa Under-19s pursued the target with unwavering determination and conviction. Their aggressive intent and calculated strokeplay saw them efficiently chase down the required total in a mere 12 overs, sealing a resounding victory and marking their first triumph in the Super Six Stage of the tournament. The comprehensive win not only underscores the team's batting prowess but also highlights their ability to perform under pressure on the global stage, setting a strong precedent for their campaign moving forward.

12:05 PM IST In a commanding display of bowling prowess, South Africa Under-19 asserted their dominance from the outset as they opted to field first against Zimbabwe Under-19. Spearheading the attack, Kwena Maphaka delivered a standout performance, securing his third 5-wicket haul for South Africa Under-19. Supported by Tristan Luus, who claimed three crucial wickets, the fast bowling duo led their side from the front, wreaking havoc on the Zimbabwe Under-19 batting lineup. With precision and aggression, they systematically dismantled the opposition, restricting Zimbabwe to a paltry total of 102 runs in just 29.2 overs. The exceptional bowling effort from South Africa Under-19s left Zimbabwe Under-19s reeling, as they struggled to counter the relentless onslaught from the opposition bowlers. Facing consistent pressure and relentless probing, the Zimbabwean batters found themselves unable to establish any meaningful partnerships or momentum throughout their innings. Each breakthrough further bolstered South Africa's commanding position, as they maintained a stranglehold on proceedings by consistently picking up wickets at regular intervals.

11:59 AM IST With that, South Africa Under-19 wins the game with ease and has looked the better team throughout the day. Zimbabwe was bowled out for 102 in 29.2 overs and South Africa came out to chase it and finished the job in 13.3 overs after losing only one wicket of Steve Stolk and won their first outing of the Super Six stage of the Under 19 World Cup 2024.

End of over 13.36 runs

SA-U19: 103/1CRR: 7.63

Ball

David Teeger:10 (14)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:53 (39)

Mashford Shungu:4.3-0-30-0

13.3

Mashford Shungu to David Teeger, 2 runs

GAME DONE! It is a short ball, on the bodyline. David Teeger mistime his pull shot over square leg but it will be enough for the batters to complete the two runs. South Africa Under-19 win the match by 9 wickets.

13.2

Mashford Shungu to David Teeger, no run

Short ball, in the channel. David Teeger hangs back and punches it into covers.

13.1

Mashford Shungu to David Teeger, 4 runs

FOUR! 2 runs away now from victory. Mashford Shungu goes looking for a yorker, but it comes out as a low juicy full toss. David Teeger picks it up nicely and slaps it hard through the gap at point for a boundary.

100 Runs for the teamSouth Africa Under-19

Runs: 101/1

End of over 135 runs

SA-U19: 97/1CRR: 7.46RRR: 0.16

Ball

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:53 (39)

David Teeger:4 (11)

Anesu Kamuriwo:6-1-31-1

12.6

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 2 runs

Pitches the ball up on the leg stump line. Lhuan-dre Pretorius flicks the ball high into the sky over square leg for a couple of runs more to end the over.

12.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, 1 run

Holds the length back outside the off stump line. David Teeger runs it fine towards third man and takes a single.

12.4

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

Short and wide outside the off stump line. David Teeger cuts the ball hard but straight to cover point.

12.3

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, 2 runs

Just short at the stumps and David Teeger flicks the ball into the square leg gap and comes back for a second.

12.2

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

An inswinging full-length delivery, around middle. David Teeger defends it from the inner half.

12.1

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

Pitched up, on off. David Teeger gets behind the line and defends it watchfully.

End of over 126 runs

SA-U19: 92/1CRR: 7.67RRR: 0.28

Ball

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:51 (38)

David Teeger:1 (6)

Mashford Shungu:4-0-24-0

11.6

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! The on drive now comes out and Lhuan-dre Pretorius brings up his half-century in fine fashion.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius

Runs: 51(38)SR: 134.21

11.5

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Shorter, on off, blocked under the eyes.

11.4

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

A bit fuller, on off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius defends it from inside the crease.

11.3

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Fuller one, outside off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius leans in and blocks it into the off side.

11.2

Mashford Shungu to David Teeger, 1 run

David Teeger now works this length ball into covers for another single.

11.1

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 1 run

Length ball, on off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius pushes this into covers for one.

End of over 110 run

SA-U19: 86/1CRR: 7.82RRR: 0.43

Ball

David Teeger:0 (5)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:46 (33)

Anesu Kamuriwo:5-1-26-1

10.6

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

It is a full ball, on off. Teegar shuffles across and blocks it back to the bowler. A wicket-maiden for Anesu Kamuriwo.

10.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

Short ball, outside off, left alone.

10.4

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

A wicket to start this over and then three dots to follow. A length ball, on the pads. Teegar flicks it into mid-wicket for none.

10.3

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

Fuller one this time, swinging into the batter. David Teeger is ready for it and defends it out off his front foot.

10.2

Anesu Kamuriwo to David Teeger, no run

Back of a length, wide of off, shaping away. David Teeger lets it be. A sighter to start with.

11:43 AM IST David Teeger walks in to bat at number 3.

10.1

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, no run

OUT! CAUGHT! Anesu Kamuriwo draws the first blood, a much-needed wicket for Zimbabwe Under-19. Steve Stolk has to walk back after a really good start. He has been destructive here and has done more than half of the job for his team. It is a length ball, outside off, nipping away a bit. Steve Stolk throws the kitchen sink at it. The ball catches the outside edge and flies high towards deep third. Newman Nyamhuri settles under it and completes the catch with ease.

Steve Stolk

37 (29b 6x4 1x6)SR: 127.59

c Newman Nyamhuri b Anesu Kamuriwo

11:41 AM IST PP1! That is the end of the First Power Play and South Africa Under-19 is 86/0. They need another 17 runs to win the game. Let's see if they can get to it without loss!

End of over 105 runs

SA-U19: 86/0CRR: 8.60RRR: 0.42

Ball

Steve Stolk:37 (28)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:46 (33)

Mashford Shungu:3-0-18-0

9.6

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, 1 run

Fuller, on off. Stolk waits for it and guides it past short third man for a single. He will retain the strike.

9.5

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, 4 runs

FOUR! Mashford Shungu errs in his line this time and pays the price. Back of a length, around the hips, going down leg. Stolk swivels on his back foot and just pulls it behind square on the leg side for four runs.

9.4

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Four dots in a row! We haven't seen it often in this innings. A length ball, on top of off. Stolk defends it from inside the crease.

9.3

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

A length ball, around off. Steve Stolk dabs it to backward point for none.

9.2

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Shortish this time, on top of middle. Steve Stolk blocks it with full face of the bat.

9.1

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Slower delivery, angling across, outside off. It shapes further away. Stolk unable to place it into covers.

End of over 916 runs

SA-U19: 81/0CRR: 9.00RRR: 0.53

Ball

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:46 (33)

Steve Stolk:32 (22)

Ryan Simbi:1-0-16-0

8.6

Ryan Simbi to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! The spinner has gone for 16 runs in his very first over. Tossed up, outside off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius drills it through covers for the second boundary of this over.

8.5

Ryan Simbi to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! Too easy for Lhuan-dre Pretorius. Back of a length, on the leg stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius opens his front leg and pulls it behind square on the leg side. The ball ends up in the fence eventually.

8.4

Ryan Simbi to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Fuller, outside off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius uses his feet and pushes this to mid off.

8.3

Ryan Simbi to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 6 runs

SIX! BANG! It is flighted and full, on off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius gets low and slogs it over the wide long on fence for a biggie.

8.2

Ryan Simbi to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 2 runs

A bit short, on top of middle. Lhuan-dre Pretorius goes back and flicks it into mid-wicket for two runs.

8.1

Ryan Simbi to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Floats it up, around off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius pushes it back to the bowler.

End of over 86 runs

SA-U19: 65/0CRR: 8.13RRR: 0.90

Ball

Steve Stolk:32 (22)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:30 (27)

Mashford Shungu:2-0-13-0

7.6

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Back of the hand once again, wide of off. Full once again. Stolk tries to go after it but does not connect. Three dots in a row to end the over.

7.5

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Another dot ball now! Slower one, angling across, wide outside off. Stolk leaves it alone, as he could not read it at first.

7.4

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

A sharp bouncer this time, on top of leg. Stolk gets inside the line and tries to hook it away but misses.

7.3

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, 4 runs

FOUR! Incredible shot. Pitched up, full and outside off. Stolk gets low and slaps it hard down the park for a boundary.

Steve Stolk

Runs: 32(19)SR: 168.42

7.2

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, 2 runs

A low full toss, outside off. Steve Stolk crunches it to extra covers, the fielder there only manages to get a hand on it. The batters take two runs.

7.1

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Mashford Shungu dishes it full, and on off, slanting across. Stolk blocks it out off his front foot.

End of over 79 runs

SA-U19: 59/0CRR: 8.43RRR: 1.02

Ball

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:30 (27)

Steve Stolk:26 (16)

Anesu Kamuriwo:4-0-26-0

6.6

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! Second boundary of the over for Lhuan-dre Pretorius. A full toss, outside off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius picks it up nicely and drives it nonchalantly down the ground through mid off for four more runs.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius

Runs: 30(27)SR: 111.11

6.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Back of a length, outside off. Lhuan-dre Pretorius shuffles and works it back to the bowler off the inner half.

6.4

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Good length, around the hips. Lhuan-dre Pretorius tucks it to square leg, but straight to the man this time.

6.3

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! Lhuan-dre Pretorius is on the money once again. It is full, wide outside the off stump. Steps across a bit and creams it through the gap at covers for four runs. There are three fielders inside the circle on the off side, but still he manages to find the gap as if there is no one standing there.

6.2

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, 1 run

Short ball, outside off. Stolk stands tall and pulls it towards long on. It lands safely and the batters cross for one.

6.1

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, no run

A length delivery, outside off, this one just holds its line. Steve Stolk tries to go after it at first but then thinks otherwise.

End of over 67 runs

SA-U19: 50/0CRR: 8.33RRR: 1.20

Ball

Steve Stolk:25 (14)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:22 (23)

Mashford Shungu:1-0-7-0

5.6

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, 1 run

A single now as Stolk pushed this full ball to mid on.

50 Runs for the teamSouth Africa Under-19

Runs: 50/0

5.5

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 1 run

Pitched up on the leg stump line. Lhuan-dre Pretorius drives the ball off the front foot towards mid on and runs a single off the mis field to end the over.

5.4

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! Stands up on it and cuts it hard to pick up another boundary of the innings! Short and wide outside the off stump and Lhuan-dre Pretorius stands tall at the crease and crease the ball through the gap of point and cover point for a superb boundary. Excellent batting.

5.3

Mashford Shungu to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Holds the length back outside the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius lets it go through.

5.2

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, 1 run

Bowls it wide outside the off stump, away from the bowler. Steve Stolk throws his bat at it and gets an outside edge to third man for a single.

5.1

Mashford Shungu to Steve Stolk, no run

Pitches the ball up on the off stump line. Steve Stolk drives the ball off the front foot towards mid off. No run.

End of over 51 run

SA-U19: 43/0CRR: 8.60RRR: 1.33

Ball

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:17 (20)

Steve Stolk:23 (11)

Anesu Kamuriwo:3-0-17-0

4.6

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Slower ball from a just short length on the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius stays back and punches the ball hard towards covers to end the over.

4.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Pitches the ball up on the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius walks in and drives the ball hard but straight towards point.

4.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 1 run

Wide! Wayward outsdie the off stump line this time. Wide called.

4.4

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Pitches the ball up just outside the off stump line. Lhuan-dre Pretorius walks in and gets an inside edge towards mid-wicket.

4.3

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Hits the deck hard on top of the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius stays back and blocks it off well.

4.2

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Holds the length back outside the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius lets the ball go through.

4.1

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Pitches the ball up on the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius blocks it off the front foot.

End of over 413 runs

SA-U19: 42/0CRR: 10.50RRR: 1.32

Ball

Steve Stolk:23 (11)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:17 (14)

Newman Nyamhuri:2-0-26-0

3.6

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, no run

Walks around again and looks to heave the ball b ut misses it, the ball bounces over the leg stump to end the over.

3.5

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, no run

Just short on the off stump. Steve Stolk blocks it off well off the back foot.

3.4

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, 4 runs

FOUR! Fancy his chances and gets another boundary in the bag Steve Stolk moving fast! Pitched up on the off stump and Steve Stolk walks around and plays the sweep over square leg for a superb boundary. South Africa Under-19 not looking to hold back.

3.4

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, 1 run

Wide! Wayward outside teh line of the leg stump. Steve Stolk lets it go. Wide called.

3.3

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, 4 runs

FOUR! Inside edge onto the fine leg boundary! Lucky this time. Hits the length hard outside the off stump. Steve Stolk looks to cut the ball hard but gets a thick inside edge running towards the fine leg boundary for another boundary.

3.2

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, no run

Just short again on top of the stumps. Steve Stolk blocks it off the back foot.

3.1

Newman Nyamhuri to Steve Stolk, 4 runs

FOUR! Beautiful cut short, using the pace well! Steve Stolk looks in a hurry to finish the game. Short ball outside the line of the off stump with pace and Steve Stolk stays back and cuts the ball hard to the left of point through to the fence for another boundary.

End of over 311 runs

SA-U19: 29/0CRR: 9.67RRR: 1.57

Ball

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:17 (14)

Steve Stolk:11 (5)

Anesu Kamuriwo:2-0-16-0

2.6

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Fuller outside the off stump again. Lhuan-dre Pretorius drives the ball hard but straight to covers to end the over.

2.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Pitched up outside the off stump line. Lhuan-dre Pretorius takes the front foot out and lets the ball to through.

2.4

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, 1 run

Pitches the ball up on the stumps. Steve Stolk taps the ball towards mid-wicket and runs a single off the mid field.

2.3

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, no run

Pitches the ball up outside the off stump again. Steve Stolk tucks the ball towards covers.

2.2

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, 6 runs

SIX! That is massive! Steve Stolk gets a huge SIX over deep square leg. Length ball outside the off stump again and he walks around again and sweeps it in the air this time taking the ball all the way over deep square leg for a massive SIX! First of the innings!

2.1

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, 4 runs

FOUR! That is a powerful shot to the leg side. Steve Stolk picks up his first boundary of the innings. Pitched up ball outside the line of the off stump. Steve Stolk walks around the off stump and lofts the ball over the mid on fielder for a superb boundary on the bounce. Steve Stolk gets into the act!

End of over 213 runs

SA-U19: 18/0CRR: 9.00RRR: 1.77

Ball

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0
3NB
4
0
4
0

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:17 (12)

Steve Stolk:0 (1)

Newman Nyamhuri:1-0-13-0

1.6

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Holds the length back outside the line of the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius lets the ball go through.

1.5

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! That is a beauty! Shot of the day so far! Pitched up on the off stump line and Lhuan-dre Pretorius takes the front foot out and punches the ball straight past the bowler along the ground to pick up a superb boundary. What a brilliant start.

1.4

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Throws his hands at the ball outside the line of the off stump, Lhuan-dre Pretorius this time and gets beaten. Newman Nyamhuri gets away with one.

1.3

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! He flys over covers and finds his second boundary of the innings. Lhuan-dre Pretorius on a roll!

3NB

1.3

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 3 runs

No ball! Fuller on the off stump and Lhuan-dre Pretorius drives the ball between covers and point and picks up a couple. the umpire signals a NO BALL and its a Free hit coming up.

1.2

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Hits the length on top of the off stump, getting the ball to swing in. Lhuan-dre Pretorius tucks it down to mid-wicket.

1.1

Newman Nyamhuri to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 2 runs

Strays on the pads from a shorter length. Lhuan-dre Pretorius flicks the ball to the right of fine leg and runs a couple.

11:03 AM IST Newman Nyamhuri to start with the second new ball.

End of over 15 runs

SA-U19: 5/0CRR: 5.00RRR: 2

Ball

Steve Stolk:0 (1)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius:5 (5)

Anesu Kamuriwo:1-0-5-0

0.6

Anesu Kamuriwo to Steve Stolk, no run

Pitched up on the off stump this time. Steve Stolk strokes it down to mid on to end the first over of the innings.

0.5

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 1 run

Pitches the ball up on the off stump again. Lhuan-dre Pretorius drives it hard straight to point who fumbles the ball and gives away a single.

0.4

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, no run

Hits the length on the off stump. Lhuan-dre Pretorius takes the front foot out to block it off.

0.3

Anesu Kamuriwo to Lhuan-dre Pretorius, 4 runs

FOUR! Crunches past covers for the first boundary of the innings! Pitched up outside the off stump and Lhuan-dre Pretorius leans into gthe drive off the front foot and times the ball to perfection taking to through to the right of covers to find the fence. What a way to start scoring.

0.2