CSA T20 Challenge 2026 | 04-Oct-2026 04:30 PM | City Oval
BOL 187/5 (20)
KZNIN 124/10 (19.1)
Boland won by 63 runs
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ziyaad Abrahams* | 18 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 120 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferisco Adams* | 3.1 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 3.47 |
| Glenton Stuurman | 4 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 6.75 |
KwaZulu-Natal Inland - Tuskers Confirmed Playing11:
1- Jack Lees, 2- Ludwig Kaestner, 3- Gareth Dukes, 4- Cameron Shekleton(w/c), 5- Michael Erlank, 6- Chad Laycock, 7- Bamanye Xenxe, 8- Thandolwami Ndlovu, 9- Parth Patel, 10- Ziyaad Abrahams, 11- Liyema WaquBoland Confirmed Playing11:
1- Blayde Capell(w), 2- Jason Muirhead, 3- Gavin Kaplan, 4- Lehan Botha, 5- Gysbert Wege, 6- Jhedli van Briesies, 7- Ferisco Adams, 8- Imran Manack, 9- Glenton Stuurman(c), 10- Siyabonga Mahima, 11- Akhona MnyakaKwaZulu-Natal Inland - Tuskers vs Boland
Boland — Innings 1 (187/5 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blayde Capell (wk) c Gareth Dukes b Liyema Waqu | 21 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 161.54 | |
| Jason Muirhead c Bamanye Xenxe b Abrahams | 17 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 121.43 | |
| Gavin Kaplan c Chad Laycock b Bamanye Xenxe | 38 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 140.74 | |
| Lehan Botha b Abrahams | 54 | 32 | 5 | 2 | 168.75 | |
| Gysbert Wege c Erlank b Thandolwami Ndlovu | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 40 | |
| Jhedli van Briesies not out | 21 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 110.53 | |
| Ferisco Adams not out | 17 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 170 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | LegByes: 3 | Wides: 13 | Total: 17 | |||||
| Total | 187 | 5 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Imran Manack, Glenton Stuurman (c), Siyabonga Mahima, Akhona Mnyaka | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Erlank | 2 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 10.5 |
| Gareth Dukes | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Ziyaad Abrahams | 4 | 0 | 35 | 2 | 8.8 |
| Liyema Waqu | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 9.2 |
| Parth Patel | 2 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 10 |
| Bamanye Xenxe | 3 | 0 | 25 | 1 | 8.3 |
| Chad Laycock | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Thandolwami Ndlovu | 2 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 7 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Blayde Capell & Jason Muirhead | 0 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blayde Capell | 3.3 | 29 |
| 2 | Jason Muirhead | 5 | 41 |
| 3 | Gavin Kaplan | 12.2 | 115 |
| 4 | Gysbert Wege | 13.3 | 120 |
| 5 | Lehan Botha | 17 | 162 |
KwaZulu-Natal Inland - Tuskers — Innings 2 (124/10 in 19.1 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Lees c Kaplan b Glenton Stuurman | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Ludwig Kaestner c Gysbert Wege b Mahima | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Gareth Dukes c Ferisco Adams b Akhona Mnyaka | 27 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 158.82 | |
| Cameron Shekleton (c) (wk) c Jason Muirhead b Mahima | 39 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 134.48 | |
| Michael Erlank b Imran Manack | 9 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 81.82 | |
| Chad Laycock c Gysbert Wege b Mahima | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 28.57 | |
| Bamanye Xenxe c Glenton Stuurman b Akhona Mnyaka | 17 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 70.83 | |
| Thandolwami Ndlovu b Mahima | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Liyema Waqu b Ferisco Adams | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Ziyaad Abrahams not out | 18 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 120 | |
| Parth Patel c Glenton Stuurman b Ferisco Adams | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | LegByes: 2 | NoBalls: 2 | Wides: 4 | Total: 9 | |||||
| Total | 124 | 10 wkts, 19.1 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | ||||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenton Stuurman | 4 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 6.8 |
| Siyabonga Mahima | 4 | 0 | 20 | 4 | 5 |
| Imran Manack | 4 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 6.8 |
| Akhona Mnyaka | 3 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 8.7 |
| Ferisco Adams | 3.1 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 3.5 |
| Lehan Botha | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Lees & Ludwig Kaestner | 0 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Lees | 0.3 | 0 |
| 2 | Ludwig Kaestner | 1.2 | 4 |
| 3 | Gareth Dukes | 6.5 | 58 |
| 4 | Michael Erlank | 10 | 80 |
| 5 | Cameron Shekleton | 10.4 | 82 |
| 6 | Chad Laycock | 12.3 | 88 |
| 7 | Thandolwami Ndlovu | 13 | 88 |
| 8 | Liyema Waqu | 13.3 | 89 |
| 9 | Bamanye Xenxe | 18.2 | 115 |
| 10 | Parth Patel | 19.1 | 124 |
Match Info
| Match | KwaZulu-Natal Inland vs Boland |
|---|---|
| Series | CSA T20 Challenge 2026 |
| Time | 04-Oct-2026 04:30 PM |
| Venue | City Oval Pietermaritzburg |
| Seating Capacity | 0 |
| Live Telecast |
Match Preview: KwaZulu-Natal Inland vs Boland (KWZ vs BOL)
KwaZulu-Natal Inland will face Boland in a thrilling match on 04-Oct-2026 in CSA T20 Challenge 2026. The match will be played at City Oval at 04:30 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on .
City Oval Pitch Report for KWZ vs BOL Match 18 Match
The pitch at the City Oval in Pietermaritzburg provides equal opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers.
- Batting and Run-Scoring: The ball generally comes onto the bat well at this venue, making it easier to play shots during the powerplay overs. However, due to the relatively large boundaries, batsmen have to run hard to steal runs. In T20 matches here, the average first-innings score ranges between 145 and 155 runs.
- Opportunities for bowlers: Fast bowlers could get good bounce and some swing from the pitch in the opening overs. As the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, offering a good chance for spinners (such as Tabraiz Shamsi) to extract turn and grip during the middle overs.
- Toss decision: Electing to bowl first might be the more practical choice for the winning captain, as chasing a target is considered somewhat advantageous here.
City Oval Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Pietermaritzburg, ZA will be rainy. The temperature is expected to around 18°C on the match day with 91% humidity and 3.2 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 61% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
KwaZulu-Natal Inland is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Boland remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in CSA T20 Challenge 2026.
The pitch at City Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. KwaZulu-Natal Inland will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Boland will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between KwaZulu-Natal Inland batting and Boland bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will KwaZulu-Natal Inland showcase its strengths, or will Boland pull off a major upset? Join us live on on 04-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
