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The Central Gauteng Lions claimed an eight-wicket victory (DLS method) over the Northerns Titans in the T20 Challenge semi-final at the Wanderers on Wednesday.
Opting to field first after winning the toss, the Lions restricted the Titans to 131-9 in their rain-reduced 18 overs.
Jack Lees led the Titans’ batting with an unbeaten 64* off 43 deliveries, receiving sole support from Rivaldo Moonsamy (24).
Young sensation Nqaba Peter was the bowler of the match with figures of 4-18 in four overs, while Codi Yusuf claimed two wickets.
Chasing a target of 132, the Lions faced an early setback with the loss of Reeza Hendricks.
However, Rassie van der Dussen’s unbeaten 73*, along with contributions from Ryan Rickelton (38) and Temba Bavuma (19*), ensured a smooth chase as the hosts achieved victory in 14.4 overs.
The KZN Dolphins will host the EP Warriors in the second semi-final on Wednesday (6pm, SuperSport Variety 1).
The final will take place at the Wanderers on Sunday (2pm).
Scorecard
Photo: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images
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Opting to field first after winning the toss, the Lions restricted the Titans to 131-9 in their rain-reduced 18 overs.
Jack Lees led the Titans’ batting with an unbeaten 64* off 43 deliveries, receiving sole support from Rivaldo Moonsamy (24).
Young sensation Nqaba Peter was the bowler of the match with figures of 4-18 in four overs, while Codi Yusuf claimed two wickets.
Chasing a target of 132, the Lions faced an early setback with the loss of Reeza Hendricks.
However, Rassie van der Dussen’s unbeaten 73*, along with contributions from Ryan Rickelton (38) and Temba Bavuma (19*), ensured a smooth chase as the hosts achieved victory in 14.4 overs.
The KZN Dolphins will host the EP Warriors in the second semi-final on Wednesday (6pm, SuperSport Variety 1).
The final will take place at the Wanderers on Sunday (2pm).
Scorecard
Photo: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images
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