CSA T20 Challenge 2026 | 25-Oct-2026 04:30 PM | City Oval
KZNIN 164/3 (17)
WPR 117/5 (12) CRR: 9.75 | RRR: 9.6
Western Province won by 5 wkts (2nd innings reduced to 12 overs due to rain, DLS target 116)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Whitehead* | 12 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 400 |
| Kyle Simmonds | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamanye Xenxe* | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Rowan Rajah | 1 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
Western Province Confirmed Playing11:
1- Jiveshan Pillay, 2- Kashief Joseph, 3- Edward Moore, 4- Daniel Smith(w/c), 5- Oliver Whitehead, 6- Valentine Kitime, 7- Mihlali Mpongwana, 8- Kyle Simmonds, 9- Sinalo Gobeni, 10- Josh Breed, 11- Raeeq DanielsKwaZulu-Natal Inland - Tuskers Confirmed Playing11:
1- Malcolm Nofal, 2- Gareth Dukes, 3- Jack Lees, 4- Cameron Shekleton(c), 5- Michael Erlank, 6- Chad Laycock, 7- Ntando Zuma(w), 8- Rowan Rajah, 9- Bamanye Xenxe, 10- Ziyaad Abrahams, 11- Liyema WaquKwaZulu-Natal Inland - Tuskers vs Western Province
KwaZulu-Natal Inland - Tuskers — Innings 1 (164/3 in 17 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Lees c Kyle Simmonds b Josh Breed | 73 | 39 | 3 | 6 | 187.18 | |
| Ntando Zuma (wk) not out | 69 | 51 | 6 | 2 | 135.29 | |
| Chad Laycock c Valentine Kitime b Josh Breed | 12 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 109.09 | |
| Michael Erlank lbw b Josh Breed | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 4 | Wides: 6 | Total: 10 | |||||
| Total | 164 | 3 wkts, 17 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Malcolm Nofal, Gareth Dukes, Cameron Shekleton (c), Rowan Rajah, Bamanye Xenxe, Ziyaad Abrahams, Liyema Waqu | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sinalo Gobeni | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Raeeq Daniels | 3 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 11.7 |
| Kyle Simmonds | 4 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 11.2 |
| Oliver Whitehead | 3 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| Mihlali Mpongwana | 2 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 7 |
| Josh Breed | 4 | 0 | 44 | 3 | 11 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Lees & Ntando Zuma | 0 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Lees | 12.3 | 122 |
| 2 | Chad Laycock | 16.5 | 164 |
| 3 | Michael Erlank | 17 | 164 |
Western Province — Innings 2 (117/5 in 12 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jiveshan Pillay c and b Liyema Waqu | 43 | 27 | 7 | 0 | 159.26 | |
| Kashief Joseph c Nofal b Chad Laycock | 32 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 177.78 | |
| Edward Moore run out (Gareth Dukes) | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 60 | |
| Mihlali Mpongwana run out (Bamanye Xenxe) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Daniel Smith (c) (wk) b Chad Laycock | 12 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 120 | |
| Kyle Simmonds not out | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Oliver Whitehead not out | 12 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 400 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 3 | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 3 | Total: 7 | |||||
| Total | 117 | 5 wkts, 12 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Valentine Kitime, Sinalo Gobeni, Josh Breed, Raeeq Daniels | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Nofal | 2 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 6.5 |
| Rowan Rajah | 1 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| Ziyaad Abrahams | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Liyema Waqu | 3 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 7.3 |
| Gareth Dukes | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Chad Laycock | 3 | 0 | 34 | 2 | 11.3 |
| Bamanye Xenxe | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Jiveshan Pillay & Moore | 0 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kashief Joseph | 6 | 66 |
| 2 | Jiveshan Pillay | 8.4 | 83 |
| 3 | Edward Moore | 9.3 | 88 |
| 4 | Mihlali Mpongwana | 10 | 88 |
| 5 | Daniel Smith | 11.3 | 105 |
Match Info
| Match | KwaZulu-Natal Inland vs Western Province |
|---|---|
| Series | CSA T20 Challenge 2026 |
| Time | 25-Oct-2026 04:30 PM |
| Venue | City Oval Pietermaritzburg |
| Seating Capacity | 0 |
| Live Telecast |
Match Preview: KwaZulu-Natal Inland vs Western Province (KWZ vs WEP)
KwaZulu-Natal Inland will face Western Province in a thrilling match on 25-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 WEP Match 54 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 cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 18°C on the match day with 94% humidity and 4.5 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 92% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
KwaZulu-Natal Inland is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Western Province 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 Western Province will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between KwaZulu-Natal Inland batting and Western Province 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 Western Province pull off a major upset? Join us live on on 25-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
