{"id":89498,"date":"2026-01-29T22:25:46","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T20:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ssschoolsplus.co.za\/?p=89498"},"modified":"2026-01-29T22:25:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T20:25:46","slug":"sa-u19-men-set-sights-on-next-chapter-after-u19-world-cup-exit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.ssschoolsplus.co.za\/?p=89498","title":{"rendered":"SA u19 Men Set Sights on Next Chapter After u19 World Cup Exit"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Jorich van Schalkwyk (Photo: CSA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

BULAWAYO: <\/strong>South Africa U19 Men concluded their ICC U19 Men\u2019s Cricket World Cup journey against Sri Lanka at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, on Thursday after a challenging campaign.<\/p>\n

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).<\/p>\n

The pair added 96 runs for the opening wicket before Lagadien was dismissed by V. Akash in the 19th over.<\/p>\n

Van Schalwyk continued to anchor the innings despite the early losses of skipper Muhammad Bulbulia and Jason Rowles.<\/p>\n

He found valuable support in Bandile Mbatha, with the pair adding a solid 48 runs.<\/p>\n

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

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.<\/p>\n

Despite encouraging individual performances across the tournament, the team went down by five wickets.<\/p>\n

SA U19 Men\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe 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\u2019t quite up for it.<\/p>\n

\u201cHowever, there were also some positive and encouraging performances from several players like Jason Rowles, JJ Basson, and Bayanda Majola. They\u2019ve shown real growth, and we\u2019re excited about their development.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis programme is about supporting players as they transition from school cricket into professional cricket. We\u2019ll 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,\u201d said Maketa.<\/p>\n

South Africa U19 Squad: ICC U19 Men\u2019s Cricket World Cup 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

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).<\/p>\n

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SA U19 Men Fixtures:\u00a0 ICC U19 Men\u2019s Cricket World Cup 2026 (15 January – 06 February)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Friday, 16 January – 09h30: Afghanistan v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek \u2013 Afghanistan won by 28 runs.<\/em><\/p>\n

Monday, 19 January \u2013 09h30: South Africa v Tanzania, HP Oval, Windhoek \u2013 South Africa won by 329 runs.<\/em><\/p>\n

Thursday, 22 January \u2013 09h30: West Indies v South Africa, HP Oval, Windhoek \u2013 West Indies won by 55 runs<\/em><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Super Sixes<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Sunday, 25 January \u2013 09h30: Australia vs South Africa – NCG, Windhoek \u2013 Australia won by six wickets.<\/em><\/p>\n

Thursday, 29 January \u2013 09h30: Sri Lanka vs South Africa \u2013 Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo \u2013 Sri Lanka won by five wickets.<\/em><\/p>\n

Tuesday, 03 February \u2013 09h30: First semi-final, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo<\/p>\n

Wednesday, 04 February \u2013 09h30: Second semi-final, Harare Sports Club, Harare<\/p>\n

Friday, 06 February \u2013 09h30:\u00a0 Final, Harare Sports Club, Harare<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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