Cricket talent shines in Kingsmead's Unlimited African Warrior U13 Tournament
The Kwamashu Cricket Club was selected as the champion of the African Unlimited Warriors U13 Cricket Tournament at Kingsmead in Durban last weekend. The final was a thrilling encounter filled with tension and drama, with all the strength of a professional match. In a close-up battle contest with the hosts, African warriors, both teams kept the audience on the edge of their seats.
After winning the toss, the African warrior was first elected to the bowl. This is the decision to pay dividends first. Kwamashu recorded all 149 competitive totals built on disciplined batting and moments of sparkle. In response, the African warriors closely monitored the pursuit and cruised towards the target in 10 overs. But as fans often remind us, cricket is a glorious game of uncertainty. Please enter Luyanda Nzuza. Kwamashu's pace sensation turned the match to the head with a game-changing hat-trick, tearing the middle order apart, shattering the African warrior's hopes of victory. With a dramatic finish, the hosts were in pain after just four runs.
African warriors Dylan Kigger and Kwamash CC's Luyanda Nuzuza were named the match co-men for their outstanding performances in the finals to win the match for their respective teams. Kiggel's pressure and overall contributions left with the coveted player of the tournament title.
All eyes will be taking part in the upcoming KZN Elementary School Cricket Trial in September, as so many young people show the skills and temperament that advances the game during the tournament. And to further support their development, former Proteer Selector convener and director of African Warriors in Cricket, Linda Zondi, has promised to host development camps during school holidays in July, ensuring that these young players are well prepared.
On behalf of the unlimited post-tournament, CEO Andrew Wood said: “We believe in unlocking and growing the potential for young people to grow on and off the field. Each of you gives you everything, shows you restoring and devotion, whether we support this tournament, whether you are working hard, whether you are taking your life, whether you are taking your life, you are taking your life, you are at your limits, keep learning, and most importantly, enjoy the game.”
Commenting on why he chose to support the tournament as a title sponsor, Wood explained that the unlimited purpose is always to change your life. It's about opening the door and giving South Africans a real chance to unlimit their lives every day.
The tournament itself wasn't just a celebration of cricket's excellence. This was a powerful reminder of the key role coaches, parents, referees and funders could play in raising future champions. One thing is certain as the dust settles. The future of KwaZulu-Natal's cricket is a promising new generation ready to move the game forward, in safe and competent hands.
result:
Semi-final 1: African Warriors CC vs Umraj CC
African Warriors CC won with 9 wickets
Man of the Match: Dylan Kiggel
Semi-final 2: West CC vs Kwamashu CC
Kwamashu CC won with 5 wickets
Man of the Match: Wandir Banguyu
Bronze Medal Playoffs: West CC vs Umlazi CC
West CC won with 10 wickets
Man of the Match: Samukero Zondo
Final: African Warrior CC vs. Kwamash CC
Kwamashu CC won by 4 runs
Man of the Match: Dylan Kiggel (Africa Warriors CC) and Ruyanda Nuz (Kwamash CC)
award:
• Tournament Player: Dylan Kiggel (Africa Warriors CC)
Best Batter: Mohammed Owais Khader (African Warrior CC)
•Best Bowler: Samkerozondo (West CC)
•Best Keeper: Lwazi susi (West CC)
• Most promising player: Luyanda Ntzuza (KWA Mashu CC)
• Most promising batter: Mohammed Owais Khader (Africa Warriors CC)
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