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JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) is pleased to announce the South Africa u19 Women‘s participation in the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) Women’s T20 International (T20I) Invitational Tournament in Lagos from 18–29 March.

As part of their preparations for the ICC Women’s u19 T20 World Cup in Bangladesh and Nepal in January next year, the SA u19 Women will face senior national sides Rwanda, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and hosts Nigeria in a league phase format.

All matches will take place at the TBS Cricket Oval, with the top two teams progressing to the final, while the other top four teams will play a 3rd/4th place match.

The 15-player squad selected to represent South Africa features the returning Mieke van Voorst (Eastern Storm), Jae-Leigh Filander (Western Province), Ashleigh van Wyk (Eastern Storm), and Chanel Venter (Titans).

The group is also bolstered by players embarking on their first outbound tour, namely Miya Lalor (Western Province), Ziya Mohanlall (KZN Coastal), and Ashley Barnard (Mpumalanga). The trio impressed during last month’s Youth T20 Tri-Series, which also featured  Zimbabwe u19 and the CSA Youth XI in Chatsworth.

SA u19 Women Convenor of Selectors, AJ Rudman, commented: “Touring Nigeria presents a great opportunity for this group to test themselves in unfamiliar conditions against experienced senior opposition. The exposure to different environments and styles of play are critical in the development of young cricketers.

“Competing against senior players will challenge their growth from a tactical and mental perspective. These experiences are essential as we continue to identify and shape the players who will form the core of our World Cup campaign.”

SA u19 Women head coach Dinesha Devnarain said: “With 11 months to go before the World Cup, game time is crucial, and the T20 Invitational in Nigeria will provide that in abundance, with intense competition expected against experienced teams. Tournament-style cricket will also help these youngsters understand how to handle increased pressure in matches.

“I’m excited to see the growth of the group following a very competitive Tri-Series in January, where several players put up their hands and showcased their abilities, not only through performance, but through their leadership and character, as well.”

SA U19 Women Squad

Ashley Barnard (Mpumalanga), Daneli Boshoff (Boland), Jezé Campher (SWD). Jae-Leigh Filander (Western Province), Bruzaan Goosen (Eastern Storm), Miya Lalor (Western Province), Siphokuhle Masilela (Eastern Storm), Ziya Mohanlall (KZN Coastal), Kananelo Mokoena (Eastern Storm), Shelfa Mukhari (Limpopo), Rethabile Nthoba (Free State), Mieke van Voorst (Eastern Storm), Ashleigh van Wyk (Eastern Storm), Chanel Venter (Titans), Cayleigh Wanckel (Border)

SA U19 Women’s Fixtures – NCF Women’s T20I Invitational 2026 

(All matches at TBS Cricket Oval, Lagos)

Saturday, 21 March at 15:00 – Rwanda vs South Africa u19 Women

Tuesday, 24 March at 15:00 – South Africa u19 Women vs Ghana

Wednesday, 25 March at 15:00 – South Africa u19 Women vs Sierra Leone

Thursday, 26 March at 11:00 – Nigeria vs South Africa u19 Women

Saturday, 28 March at 11:00 – 3rd Place Match

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications

JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced the establishment of the Retshegofetse Sennelo Bursary Fund at Krugersdorp High School (KHS) to honour the life, talent and promise of Retshegofetse Sennelo, a gifted young cricketer whose life was tragically cut short.

Retshegofetse was a Grade 12 learner at Krugersdorp High School and a key member of the school’s first cricket team. A talented all-round sportsman, he had already achieved provincial recognition for his cricketing ability and was widely regarded as a young man with immense potential, both on and off the field.

In recognition of his legacy, the Retshegofetse Sennelo Bursary Fund has been established to support and uplift young scholars with strong cricketing potential, ensuring that his passion for education and sport continues to create opportunities for others.

The all-inclusive bursary fund comprises a total value of R1 million, paid over five years, and will support three learners annually.

The fund was officially handed over to Krugersdorp High School on Monday with learners, family and friends present.

With CSA, Lions Cricket and school representatives in attendance, the handover ceremony was further honoured by the presence of Ms. Peace Mabe, Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture.

Her presence underscored the significance of the Retshegofetse Sennelo Bursary Fund in creating meaningful opportunities for young South Africans and ensuring that Retshegofetse’s legacy continues to inspire future generations.

The bursary operates alongside the CSA Focus School Programme, which has been successfully implemented at Krugersdorp High School since 2018, reinforcing CSA’s commitment to holistic learner development that prioritises both academic excellence and cricketing growth.

For the 2026 intake, CSA will support three bursary recipients, namely; Lesedi Dave Kutane, Kutlwano Dibetso, and Mamorena Mothusi.

All three learners have demonstrated outstanding cricketing ability, having previously been selected for provincial teams, while also showing strong academic potential in their respective primary schools.

CSA Executive for Domestic Cricket, Edward Khoza, commented;

“Through the Retshegofetse Sennelo Bursary Fund, CSA aims to honour a young life lost too soon by creating lasting impact through education and cricket.

“The inclusion of two female bursary recipients aligns with CSA’s vision of ensuring equal opportunities in the development of girls’ cricket, reinforcing the national priority of gender equity in sport and education.

“To the Sennelo family, thank you for allowing us to honour the life and legacy of your beloved son, Retshegofetse, in a way that will continue to touch and transform young lives for years to come. Your strength, grace and generosity in turning profound loss into lasting opportunity are truly inspiring.

“Our sincere appreciation also goes to Krugersdorp High School, the school leadership, educators and coaching staff. Thank you for nurturing talent, prioritising academic excellence, and for your unwavering support of your learners, not only as cricketers, but as well-rounded individuals,” Khoza concluded.

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Former South Africa u19 Women‘s captain and all-rounder Kayla Reyneke has expressed her excitement ahead of the Proteas Women’s forthcoming three-match T20 International (T20I) series from 10–16 February, following her first-ever national call-up.

The T20I series forms part of the team’s preparations for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be held in England from 12 June. With World Cup selection still some way off, Reyneke hopes to use the Pakistan series as a learning curve.

“As a youngster, coming into this space, you want to learn as much as possible and be a sponge. You want to talk to the management and the top-class players you have as teammates. But basically, I just want to have fun.

“As Coach Mandla (Mashimbyi) told me, go out and play without expectation, play your own game, and just have fun. That’s what I want to achieve on this tour,” the 20-year-old commented.

Reyneke’s maiden call-up follows promising performances for World Sports Betting Western Province over the past 18 months. The all-rounder ended the 2024/25 season with an average of 24 and a strike rate of 140 with the bat, alongside a tournament-leading 14 wickets at an average of 8.64 in seven matches during the Hollywoodbets Pro20.

The offspinner then followed that up with seven wickets in her five matches in this season’s domestic T20 cricket.

When asked about the moment she received the call-up and what it meant to be selected alongside players she grew up watching, Reyneke spoke candidly about receiving a call from a number she did not recognise and how special it will be to share a dressing room with her cricketing heroes.

“I actually got the call from Coach Mandla. I was just waking up from an afternoon nap. This random phone number called me, and I was like, ‘Hello, who’s this?’ And then it was Coach Mandla.

“Growing up, these were people I was looking up to and watching from the side of the field, so it’s just a massive privilege and honour to wear this badge,” she added.

Born in Kuils River, 25 km east of Cape Town, the former Hoërskool Bellville pupil also credits her experience with the SA u19 Women. Reyneke was part of the inaugural ICC u19 Women’s T20 World Cup held in South Africa in 2023 and the subsequent edition in 2025, where she captained the side to their first-ever final appearance.

Speaking about the impact U19 cricket had on her, Reyneke said: “I would say the competitiveness and the professional side of things at u19 level, especially on the World Cup stage. It can’t get any bigger than that, so it was a massive honour to represent my country at the u19 level.

“I’d say captaining your side, and captaining South Africa, as well, is not just about leading a team. You’re carrying your country on your shoulders and representing South Africa. I would definitely take the leadership skills I learned from that experience, as well as the professionalism under coach Dinesha (Devnarain). It’s been massive.”

Proteas Women’s T20I Squad

Laura Wolvaardt (Fidelity Titans) (Captain), Tazmin Brits (DP World Lions), Nadine de Klerk (World Sports Betting Western Province), Annerie Dercksen (Garden Route Badgers), Lara Goodall (World Sports Betting Western Province), Ayanda Hlubi (Hollywoodbets Dolphins), Sinalo Jafta (DP World Lions), Marizanne Kapp (World Sports Betting Western Province), Ayabonga Khaka (DP World Lions), Masabata Klaas (Fidelity Titans), Suné Luus (Fidelity Titans), Karabo Meso (DP World Lions), Nonkululeko Mlaba (Hollywoodbets Dolphins), *Kayla Reyneke (World Sports Betting Western Province) and Dané van Niekerk (World Sports Betting Western Province)

*Uncapped

Fixtures – Proteas Women’s Inbound Tour against Pakistan

T20I Series

Tuesday, 10 February at 18:00 – 1st T20I – South Africa vs Pakistan (JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom)

Friday, 13 February at 18:00 – 2nd T20I – South Africa vs Pakistan (Willowmoore Park, Benoni)

Monday, 16 February at 18:00 – 3rd T20I – South Africa vs Pakistan (Willowmoore Park, Benoni)

BULAWAYO: South Africa U19 Men concluded their ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup journey against Sri Lanka at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, on Thursday after a challenging campaign.

SA had opted to bat first, with a classy century from opener Jorich van Schalwyk, who struck a composed 116, laying a solid foundation alongside Adnaan Lagadien (46).

The pair added 96 runs for the opening wicket before Lagadien was dismissed by V. Akash in the 19th over.

Van Schalwyk continued to anchor the innings despite the early losses of skipper Muhammad Bulbulia and Jason Rowles.

He found valuable support in Bandile Mbatha, with the pair adding a solid 48 runs.

Paul James (37*) and Michael Kruiskamp (21*) late cameo also ensured South Africa closed their innings on a competitive 261/7.

Sri Lanka, however, made light work of the chase. A decisive 143-run partnership between Viran Chamudita (116) and Senuja Wekunagoda (48) shifted the momentum firmly away from South Africa, guiding them to 265/5.

Despite encouraging individual performances across the tournament, the team went down by five wickets.

SA U19 Men’s Head Coach, Malibongwe Maketa, noted that this campaign highlighted both the demands of elite age-group cricket and the importance of continued growth as the Junior Proteas transition along the national pathway.

“We had a very disappointing campaign this year. Across the tournament, we had moments in most games where we could really wrestle control and take charge, but in those tough moments, we weren’t quite up for it.

“However, there were also some positive and encouraging performances from several players like Jason Rowles, JJ Basson, and Bayanda Majola. They’ve shown real growth, and we’re excited about their development.

“This programme is about supporting players as they transition from school cricket into professional cricket. We’ll continue to support all of them through domestic cricket opportunities, camps, and tours, because we believe there is a lot of talent and skill in this group,” said Maketa.

South Africa U19 Squad: ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026

Muhammad Bulbulia (Captain-KZN Inland), JJ Basson (Lions), Daniel Bosman (Western Province), Corne Botha (Lions), Paul James (Western Province), Enathi Khitshini (SWD), Michael Kruiskamp (Western Province), Adnaan Lagadien (Western Province), Bayanda Majola (Dolphins), Armaan Manack (Lions), Bandile Mbatha (Dolphins), Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (Titans), Jason Rowles (Lions), Ntandoyenkosi Soni (Eastern Province), Jorich van Schalkwyk (Titans).

 

SA U19 Men Fixtures:  ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 (15 January – 06 February)

Friday, 16 January – 09h30: Afghanistan v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – Afghanistan won by 28 runs.

Monday, 19 January – 09h30: South Africa v Tanzania, HP Oval, Windhoek – South Africa won by 329 runs.

Thursday, 22 January – 09h30: West Indies v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – West Indies won by 55 runs

 

Super Sixes

Sunday, 25 January – 09h30: Australia vs South Africa – NCG, Windhoek – Australia won by six wickets.

Thursday, 29 January – 09h30: Sri Lanka vs South Africa – Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo – Sri Lanka won by five wickets.

Tuesday, 03 February – 09h30: First semi-final, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Wednesday, 04 February – 09h30: Second semi-final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

Friday, 06 February – 09h30:  Final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

 

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications

WINDHOEK: South Africa U19 Men have just one match remaining in their ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 campaign following a six-wicket defeat to Australia in their opening Super Six encounter on Sunday.

Australia won the toss and opted to bowl first, restricting South Africa to 118 all out in 33 overs.

Australian bowlers, Charles Lachmund and William Byrom, ripped through the South African top order, with only Paul James (34), Jorich van Schalwyk (26), and skipper, Muhammad Bulbulia (19) offering some resistance.

The modest target proved a comfortable chase for the defending champions, who sealed victory by six wickets.

Even though South Africa’s bowlers showed early defiance, claiming the prized wicket of Nitesh Samuel for his first dismissal of the tournament, the total on the board was ultimately insufficient.

Bayanda Majola and JJ Basson continued their effective partnership with the ball, with Basson leading the way with three wickets, while Majola was the most economical, returning figures of 1/23 in his 10 overs.

Reflecting on his innings, James said:

“When I went in to bat, we were around 50 for four, and I knew we needed to build a partnership. With Joe at the crease, I felt we could do something special.

“What worked for me was taking my time between balls, batting at my own pace, and not letting the bowlers rush me. I tried to be clear on what was needed.

“We always believed that if we could get a few early wickets, we had a chance, and we did manage that. The way our opening bowlers set the tone up front really helped. As a batting group, we need to back ourselves, play for the team and do what’s required of us.”

South Africa U19 Squad: ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026

Muhammad Bulbulia (Captain-KZN Inland), JJ Basson (Lions), Daniel Bosman (Western Province), Corne Botha (Lions), Paul James (Western Province), Enathi Khitshini (SWD), Michael Kruiskamp (Western Province), Adnaan Lagadien (Western Province), Bayanda Majola (Dolphins), Armaan Manack (Lions), Bandile Mbatha (Dolphins), Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (Titans), Jason Rowles (Lions), Ntandoyenkosi Soni (Eastern Province), Jorich van Schalkwyk (Titans).

SA U19 Men Fixtures:  ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 (15 January – 06 February)

Friday, 16 January – 09h30: Afghanistan v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – Afghanistan won by 28 runs.

Monday, 19 January – 09h30: South Africa v Tanzania, HP Oval, Windhoek – South Africa won by 329 runs.

Thursday, 22 January – 09h30: West Indies v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – West Indies won by 55 runs

 

Super Sixes

Sunday, 25 January – 09h30: Australia vs South Africa – NCG, Windhoek – Australia won by six wickets.

Sunday, 29 January – 09h30: Sri Lanka vs South Africa – Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Tuesday, 03 February – 09h30: First semi-final, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Wednesday, 04 February – 09h30: Second semi-final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

Friday, 06 February – 09h30:  Final, Harare Sports Club, Harare 

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications

JJ Basson’s five-wicket haul was not enough as South Africa u19 suffered a 55-run defeat to the West Indies in their last group stage match of the ICC u19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, in Windhoek, on Thursday.

Basson captured an exceptional 5/23 in his 10 overs, including three wickets in the 23rd over, and the West Indies were bowled out for 234 after opting to bat first.

Basson set the tone early, striking in the powerplay. He continued to apply pressure through the middle overs, dismantling key partnerships to keep South Africa firmly in the contest.

His spell was rivalled by the West Indies’ Shaquan Belle, who claimed 6/40.

Chasing 235 to win, South Africa struggled to build meaningful partnerships, despite a valiant effort from Jason Rowles, who top-scored with 46.

Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (26), Jorich van Schalwyk (20), Daniel Bosman (19), and Armaan Manack (17) were the only other batsmen to reach double figures as South Africa was bowled out for 179.

Basson, however, highlighted positives from Thursday’s encounter: “We did really well in the fielding innings to restrict them to 234,” he said. “It’s always a chaseable score. Unfortunately, this is cricket. Some days you’re the windshield, other days you’re the bug.

“There are a lot of positives we can take from today and look to improve on in the next couple of days,” he added. “We won’t dwell too much on today. It’s never nice losing, but we still have two games to go, so our focus immediately switches to the next one.

“The World Cup has been an amazing experience, and I want to take the confidence from this performance into the remaining matches to give the team the best possible chance.”

South Africa has qualified for the Super Six Stage and awaits Friday’s result between Australia and Sri Lanka to determine which team they will play first.

South Africa u19 Squad: ICC u19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026

Muhammad Bulbulia (Captain-KZN Inland), JJ Basson (Lions), Daniel Bosman (Western Province), Corne Botha (Lions), Paul James (Western Province), Enathi Khitshini (SWD), Michael Kruiskamp (Western Province), Adnaan Lagadien (Western Province), Bayanda Majola (Dolphins), Armaan Manack (Lions), Bandile Mbatha (Dolphins), Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (Titans), Jason Rowles (Lions), Ntandoyenkosi Soni (Eastern Province), Jorich van Schalkwyk (Titans).

SA u19 Men Fixtures:  ICC u19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 (15 January – 6 February)

Friday, 16 Jan: Afghanistan v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – Afghanistan won by 28 runs.

Monday, 19 Jan: South Africa v Tanzania, HP Oval, Windhoek – South Africa won by 329 runs.

Thursday, 22 Jan: West Indies v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – West Indies won by 55 runs

Super Sixes

(All matches start at 09:30)

Sunday, 25 Jan: South Africa vs A1 – Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek

Sunday, 29 Jan: South Africa vs A2 – Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Tuesday, 3 Feb: First semi-final, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Wednesday, 4 Feb: Second semi-final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

Friday, 06 February Final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications

WINDHOEK: Another commanding performance from Jason Rowles, backed by skipper Muhammad Bulbulia, ensured South Africa U19 Men set the second-largest winning margin in an ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup and the biggest ever recorded by a South African U19 side in the tournament.

After being sent in to bat, SA posted a mammoth 397/5 in their 50 overs.

SA U19 openers, Jorich van Schalwyk (47) and Adnaan Lagadien (32) laid a solid foundation, but it was Bulbulia (108) and Rowles (125*) who took control of the innings.

The pair combined in a commanding 201-run partnership for the third wicket, ensuring the Junior Proteas set an imposing total.

Late fireworks came courtesy of Paul James, who struck a rapid 46 off just 18 balls, while Lethabo Phahlamohlaka added a brisk 16* from five deliveries to further pile the pressure on the Tanzanian attack.

Rowles then carried his fine form into the field, finishing with two wickets and a run-out, while Bayanda Majola continued his impressive wicket-taking streak, returning figures of 2/6 in just under seven overs.

Reflecting on the performance, Bulbulia praised Rowles and the collective effort from his side.

“I thought our entire batting innings was a really good effort today. The batting group has been in a good space for a while, and a score close to 400 has been coming. It was great to see us put it together as a unit.

“Jason is a special character, and he’s been in really good form for a long time. Over the last couple of years, he’s been batting really well, and recently he’s started converting those starts into big scores. To have someone who contributes with the bat, the ball, and in the field makes him a lovely player to captain.”

South Africa U19 Squad: ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026

Muhammad Bulbulia (Captain-KZN Inland), JJ Basson (Lions), Daniel Bosman (Western Province), Corne Botha (Lions), Paul James (Western Province), Enathi Khitshini (SWD), Michael Kruiskamp (Western Province), Adnaan Lagadien (Western Province), Bayanda Majola (Dolphins), Armaan Manack (Lions), Bandile Mbatha (Dolphins), Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (Titans), Jason Rowles (Lions), Ntandoyenkosi Soni (Eastern Province), Jorich van Schalkwyk (Titans).

SA U19 Men Fixtures:  ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 (15 January – 06 February)

Friday, 16 January – 09h30: Afghanistan v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – Afghanistan won by 28 runs.

Monday, 19 January – 09h30: South Africa v Tanzania, HP Oval, Windhoek – South Africa won by 329 runs.

Thursday, 22 January – 09h30: West Indies v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek

Tuesday, 03 February – 09h30: First semi-final, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Wednesday, 04 February – 09h30: Second semi-final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

Friday, 06 February – 09h30:  Final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

 

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications

The South Africa u19 Women clinched the Youth T20 Tri-Series title with a five-wicket victory off the penultimate delivery of the final over against the Cricket South Africa (CSA) Youth XI at the Chatsworth Oval, in Durban, on Sunday.

Ashleigh van Wyk grabbed 3/24 as the SA u19s restricted the Youth XI to 114/8 in their 20 overs before Mieke van Voorst expertly led the run chase, scoring a measured 42 off 41 balls, including three fours, to help get her side over the line with one ball to spare.

After winning the toss and opting to bat first, the CSA Youth XI made a positive start. Jezé Campher struck three boundaries on her way to 21 from 22 balls and shared an opening partnership of 34 with Deidré van Rensburg (33) before being caught off the bowling of Anelisa Mhlongo (1/12) in the fifth over.

Van Rensburg continued to apply pressure alongside Chanel Venter (23), with the pair adding a vital 50 runs for the second wicket as the Youth XI took the game to their opponents. The breakthrough South Africa needed arrived in the 14th over when Ashley Barnard (1/9) beat Van Rensburg’s bat, and Karabo Meso completed a stumping.

That dismissal sparked a collapse for the invitational side, who slipped from 84/2 to 103/7 in six overs. Van Wyk led the charge, removing Venter, Siphokuhle Masilela (6), and Gabriella Sequira (2), while Maria van der Vyfer (1) was run out and Ashley Sibanda (0) fell to Miya Lalor (2/18).

Simoné Lourens contributed a valuable run-a-ball 15 before becoming Lalor’s second victim and the final batter to fall, as the Youth XI closed their innings on 114/8.

Chasing 115 to secure the title, the SA u19 Women struggled to find their rhythm at the crease early on as Sibanda (1/10) and Bruzaan Goosen (1/18) removed Lalor (7) and Meso (1) inside the first five overs, leaving South Africa on 25/2.

Opener Ashley Barnard (33) then combined with van Voorst for the third wicket to bring calm to their dressing room, adding 48 runs to propel their team to 73/2 in the 12th over before Van der Vyfer (1/24) broke the stand by rearranging Barnard’s furniture.

Van Voorst followed up with another important stand, this time alongside wicketkeeper-batter Jae-Leigh Filander (13*), as the duo added 26 runs to move South Africa to the brink of victory. Van Voorst was eventually dismissed by Puseletso Sekhuthe (1/19), leaving the hosts with work still to do.

They required 16 runs from the final three overs, and, despite losing Ashleigh van Wyk (3) in the 18th, the SA u19 Women held their nerve. Filander and Nobubelebesisa Zwane (9*) guided their side home with one ball remaining to seal an unbeaten campaign and the Youth T20 Tri-Series trophy.

Van Voorst was deservedly named Player of the Series following a standout tournament, finishing as the leading run-scorer with 201 runs in five innings at an average of 50.3 and a strike rate of 121.8, including one half-century.

SA u19 Women Squad

Ashley Barnard (Mpumalanga), Chris-Mari Bezuidenhout (Mpumalanga), Jae-Leigh Filander (Western Province), Miya Lalor (Western Province), Karabo Meso (Central Gauteng Lions), Anelisa Mhlongo (KZN Coastal), Ziya Mohanlall (KZN Coastal), Shelfa Mukhari (Limpopo), Shreeya Subbiah (KZN Coastal), Melissa van der Merwe (Boland), Mieke van Voorst (Eastern Storm), Ashleigh van Wyk (Eastern Storm), Cayleigh Wanckel (Eastern Province), Nobubelebesisa Zwane (KZN Coastal)

CSA Youth XI Squad

Jemma Botha (Western Province), Jezé Campher (Garden Route Badgers), Bruzaan Goosen (Eastern Storm), Simone Lourens (Titans), Siphokuhle Masilela (Eastern Storm), Nthabiseng Nini (North West), Diara Ramlakan (Central Gauteng Lions), Puseletso Sekhute (North West), Gabriella Sequeira (Titans), Ashley Sibanda (Central Gauteng Lions), Oluhle Siyo (Western Province), Maria van der Vyfer (Boland), Deidré van Rensburg (North West), Chanel Venter (Titans)

SA u19 Women’s Youth T20 Tri-Series against Zimbabwe u19 Women and CSA Youth XI

1st T20
SA u19 135/4 (Mieke van Voorst 35, Karabo Meso 29; Buhlebenkosi Maposa 1/32, Salem Maseka 1/30); Zimbabwe u19 104/8 (R. Mpofu 15, Lorraine Pemhiwa 14; Miya Lalor 2/13, Ziya Mohanlall 2/18). SA u19 won by 31 runs.

2nd T20

SA u19 78/6 after 10 overs ( Karabo Meso 36, Mieke van Voorst 23; Nthabiseng Nini 4/15, Jeze Campher 1/7); CSA Youth XI 67/3 after 10 overs (Jemma Botha 24, Chanel Venter 18; Cayleigh Wanckel 1/17, Shelfa Mukhari 1/3). SA u19 won by 21 runs.

3rd T20
SA u19 152/5 (Mieke van Voorst 56, Miya Lalor 45; Nthabiseng Nini 2/31, Bruzaan Goosen 1/33); CSA Youth XI 132/7 (Chanel Venter 45, Deidré van Rensburg 24; Cayleigh Wanckel 1/22, Miya Lalor 1/23). SA u19 won by 20 runs

4th T20
CSA Youth XI 134/7 (Jeze Campher 37, Gabriella Sequira 22, Tadiwa Garutsa 2/14, Christina Mutasa 1/24); Zimbabwe u19 116/8 (Makanaka Zinyama 41, Nokutenda Makanhiwa 24; Jeze Camphor 3/15, Puseletso Sekhuthe 2/18). CSA Youth XI won by 18 runs.

5th T20

Zimbabwe u19 95/10 (Makanaka Zinyama 23, Christina Mutasa 12; Ziya Mohanlall 3/12, Melissa van der Merwe 3/12); SA u19 96/5 after 14.2 overs (Mieke van Voorst 45, Miya Lalor 16; S. Museka 3/22, Buhlebenkosi Maposa 1/11). SA u19 won by 5 wickets.

6th T20

Zimbabwe u19 120/5 (Salem Museka 40, Nokutenda Makanhiwa 25; Nthabiseng Nini 2/19); CSA Youth XI 89/10 (Maria van der Vyfer 19, Ashley Sibanda 17*; Salem Museka 4/15, Buhlebenkosi Maposa 2/13). Zimbabwe u19 won by 31 runs.

Final

CSA Youth XI 114/8 (Deidré van Rensburg 33, Chanel Venter 23; Ashleigh van Wyk 3/24, Miya Lalor 2/18); SA u19 115/5 after 19.5 overs (Mieke van Voorst 42, Ashleigh Barnard 33; Ashley Sibanda 1/10, Nthabiseng Nini 1/15). SA u19 won by 5 wickets.

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A composed 98 off 93 deliveries from Jason Rowles was in vain as the South Africa u19 Men‘s team was bowled out for 238 in a 28-run loss to Afghanistan in their opening match of the ICC u19 Men’s Cricket World Cup at the HP Oval in Windhoek on Friday.

Chasing 267 for victory, Rowles anchored the South African innings, holding it together as wickets fell around him.

Corné Botha, Daniel Bosman, and Lethabo Phahlamohlaka provided late resistance with contributions in the twenties, but the victory target ultimately proved beyond reach.

Earlier, South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first. Afghanistan posted a competitive 266/8 from their 50 overs, built around solid knocks from Faisal Khan (81) and Khalid Ahmadzai (74).

The pair shared a crucial 152-run partnership before Uzairullah Niazai added an unbeaten 51, giving Afghanistan a healthy total to defend.

Botha and Bayanda Majola were the pick of the South African attack, with both claiming three wickets.

Reflecting on his innings, Rowles said the early stages of the run chase required patience and discipline.

“It was quite tough up front, especially after losing a couple of early wickets, but I knew I had to stick in because the wicket got better as the innings went on. I felt I played the spin well and had clear boundary options, but, unfortunately, I couldn’t take the team over the line, which is disappointing.

“We’ve learned a lot from this game, and one big positive is that we showed fight throughout. We’re prepared for the next match and won’t let this loss affect us. We know what we’re capable of in the bigger picture.”

South Africa u19 Squad: ICC u19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026

Muhammad Bulbulia (Captain-KZN Inland), JJ Basson (Lions), Daniel Bosman (Western Province), Corne Botha (Lions), Paul James (Western Province), Enathi Khitshini (SWD), Michael Kruiskamp (Western Province), Adnaan Lagadien (Western Province), Bayanda Majola (Dolphins), Armaan Manack (Lions), Bandile Mbatha (Dolphins), Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (Titans), Jason Rowles (Lions), Ntandoyenkosi Soni (Eastern Province), Jorich van Schalkwyk (Titans).

SA u19 Men Fixtures:  ICC u19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 (15 January – 6 February)
(All matches start at 09:30)

 Friday, 16 January – Afghanistan v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek – Afghanistan won by 28 runs.

Monday, 19 January – South Africa v Tanzania, HP Oval, Windhoek

Thursday, 22 January – West Indies v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek

Tuesday, 3 February – First semi-final, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo

Wednesday, 4 February – Second semi-final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

Friday, 6 February-  Final, Harare Sports Club, Harare

DURBAN: The Cricket South Africa (CSA) Youth XI suffered a 31-run defeat against Zimbabwe in the sixth and final round-robin match of the Youth T20 Tri-Series at the Chatsworth Oval, in Durban, on Friday.

Despite the loss, the CSA Youth XI progressed to the final, edging out Zimbabwe on net run rate by a narrow 0.04. They’ll take on the unbeaten South Africa u19 Women in the decider.

In Friday’s clash, Zimbabwe recovered from a tricky start to post 120/5, with Salem Museka recording an aggressive 23-ball 40. The Youth XI mustered 89 all out from 19.2 overs in response, with Museka continuing her fine day by claiming 4/15 with the ball.

The invitational side won the toss and elected to put the visitors in to bat Early on, that decision was rewarded, with Nthabiseng Nini (2/19) causing problems for Zimbabwe’s opening pair. She dismissed both Nicollette Nyika and Christina Mutasa for first-ball ducks in the first over of the match.

Zimbabwe steadied their innings through Nokutenda Makanhiwa (25) and Tadiwa Garutsa (21), who added a valuable 34-run partnership for the third wicket. The stand was broken in the sixth over when Jemma Botha (1/12) trapped Garutsa LBW, reducing the visitors to 35/3.

Lorraine Pemhiwa (8) joined Makanhiwa and helped to lift the score to 59/3 before the Youth XI struck again, with Maria van der Vyfer (1/3) and Jeze Campher (1/12) removing both batters in quick succession.

With Zimbabwe needing a strong finish, Makanaka Zinyama (17) and Museka combined for an unbeaten 58-run partnership, which guided their side to a solid 120/5 at the close of their innings.

In reply, the CSA Youth XI endured a difficult start to their run chase. After the openers, Jeze Campher (0) and Chanel Venter (0) were dismissed early by Christina Mutasa (1/13) and Buhlebenkosi Maposa (2/13) respectively, Museka stormed through the middle order, claiming four crucial wickets, to leave the Youth XI reeling on 37/6 after nine overs.

Despite resistance from Van der Vyfer (19), Ashley Sibanda (17*), and Bruzaan Goosen (15), wickets continued to fall regularly. The CSA Youth XI was eventually bowled out for 89 in 19.2 overs, handing Zimbabwe a 31-run victory.

The Tri-Series final will take place on Sunday, 18 January from 13:00 and will be broadcast live on CSA’s YouTube page.

CSA Youth XI Squad

Jemma Botha (Western Province), Jezé Campher (Garden Route Badgers), Bruzaan Goosen (Eastern Storm), Simone Lourens (Titans), Siphokuhle Masilela (Eastern Storm), Nthabiseng Nini (North West), Diara Ramlakan (Central Gauteng Lions), Puseletso Sekhute (North West), Gabriella Sequeira (Titans), Ashley Sibanda (Central Gauteng Lions), Oluhle Siyo (Western Province), Maria van der Vyfer (Boland), Deidré van Rensburg (North West), Chanel Venter (Titans)

SA u19 Women’s Youth T20 Tri-Series against Zimbabwe u19 Women and CSA Youth XI

1st T20
SA u19 135/4 (Mieke van Voorst 35, Karabo Meso 29; Buhlebenkosi Maposa 1/32, Salem Maseka 1/30); Zimbabwe u19 104/8 (R. Mpofu 15, Lorraine Pemhiwa 14; Miya Lalor 2/13, Ziya Mohanlall 2/18). SA u19 won by 31 runs.

2nd T20

SA u19 78/6 after 10 overs ( Karabo Meso 36, Mieke van Voorst 23; Nthabiseng Nini 4/15, Jeze Campher 1/7); CSA Youth XI 67/3 after 10 overs (Jemma Botha 24, Chanel Venter 18; Cayleigh Wanckel 1/17, Shelfa Mukhari 1/3). SA u19 won by 21 runs.

3rd T20
SA u19 152/5 (Mieke van Voorst 56, Miya Lalor 45; Nthabiseng Nini 2/31, Bruzaan Goosen 1/33); CSA Youth XI 132/7 (Chanel Venter 45, Deidré van Rensburg 24; Cayleigh Wanckel 1/22, Miya Lalor 1/23). SA u19 won by 20 runs

4th T20
CSA Youth XI 134/7 (Jeze Campher 37, Gabriella Sequira 22, Tadiwa Garutsa 2/14, Christina Mutasa 1/24); Zimbabwe u19 116/8 (Makanaka Zinyama 41, Nokutenda Makanhiwa 24; Jeze Camphor 3/15, Puseletso Sekhuthe 2/18). CSA Youth XI won by 18 runs.

5th T20

Zimbabwe u19 95/10 (Makanaka Zinyama 23, Christina Mutasa 12; Ziya Mohanlall 3/12, Melissa van der Merwe 3/12); SA u19 96/5 after 14.2 overs (Mieke van Voorst 45, Miya Lalor 16; S. Museka 3/22, Buhlebenkosi Maposa 1/11). SA u19 won by 5 wickets.

6th T20

Zimbabwe u19 120/5 (Salem Museka 40, Nokutenda Makanhiwa 25; Nthabiseng Nini 2/19); CSA Youth XI 89/10 (Maria van der Vyfer 19, Ashley Sibanda 17*; Salem Museka 4/15, Buhlebenkosi Maposa 2/13). Zimbabwe u19 won by 31 runs.

Sunday, 18 January

Youth T20 Tri-Series Final at 13:00 – SA U19 Women vs CSA Youth XI, Chatsworth Oval, Durban.

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications