Cricket Highlights, Sept 29: (2nd T20) – Ireland vs South Africa

September 30, 2024

IRE vs SA (2nd T20) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling second T20I between Ireland and South Africa, where Ireland made history by securing their first-ever T20I victory over South Africa. Played in Abu Dhabi, Ireland posted an impressive total of 195/6, driven by Ross Adair’s brilliant century. South Africa, despite strong contributions from Reeza Hendricks and Matthew Breetzke, fell short by 10 runs, with Mark Adair’s standout bowling sealing the win for Ireland in the final overs.

In the 2nd T20I between Ireland and South Africa in Abu Dhabi on September 29, 2024, IRE posted a competitive total of 195/6 in their 20 overs. In response, South Africa fought hard but fell short, managing 185/9 in their 20 overs. Ireland secured a thrilling 10-run victory, with key performances from their bowlers helping to defend the target and level the series.

IRE secured their first-ever T20I victory over SA, posting their highest total against the Proteas and successfully defending it in Abu Dhabi. This victory also made them the first team to win a match batting first at the Zayed Cricket Stadium after eight consecutive losses for sides batting first at the venue.

It was an all-Adair show at the crease and with the ball! Ross Adair lit up the scoreboard with a sizzling 57-ball ton, his maiden T20I hundred and only Ireland’s third ever – talk about family bragging rights! Meanwhile, younger brother Mark Adair bowled like a man possessed, snatching 4 wickets for 31 runs, turning the game into a sibling showcase as Ireland romped to victory.

Ross and Captain Paul Stirling set the tone with a brilliant 137-run opening stand, with Stirling breaking his 20-innings fifty drought by smashing 52 off 31 balls. Their explosive start had Ireland on course for a 200+ total, but a late collapse saw them lose six wickets for 43 runs in just 32 balls, finishing at 195/6. Despite the stumble, Ireland’s total posed a daunting challenge for South Africa, who faced chasing the highest T20I score at the venue.

Reeza Hendricks’ second consecutive fifty and Matthew Breetzke’s maiden half-century set South Africa on course, needing 108 from the last 10 overs with nine wickets in hand. However, Mark Adair’s key breakthrough in the 15th over, dismissing Stubbs with a wide, sparked a collapse. South Africa lost five wickets for just 25 runs, turning the match in Ireland’s favor.

Ross Adair’s innings was one of power hitting, but he had more than his fair share of luck. He survived multiple chances five in total including being caught off a no-ball by Lizaad Williams on 19. Further reprieves came when fielders dropped catches, and run-out chances were missed. Nevertheless, Adair capitalized on these opportunities, smashing nine sixes the most by an Irish player in T20Is and reaching his century in 57 balls.

The final three overs conceded just 19 runs, with Wiaan Mulder and Patrick Kruger also playing their part in preventing any further damage. Neil Rock, too early on a shot, was bowled by Ngidi, while Mark Adair was run out trying to squeeze out an extra run in the penultimate over.

Young spinner Matthew Humphreys, who had just turned 22, provided Ireland with a crucial wicket at a key moment. After conceding runs earlier, he bowled Aiden Markram with a well-disguised quicker ball, as Markram missed a reverse sweep, leaving South Africa’s middle order under pressure with 66 required off 39 balls. Humphreys ended with respectable figures of 1 for 30, adding to Ireland’s control of the game.

Ireland vs South Africa Scoreboard

Ireland –195/6 (20)

South Africa – 185/9 (20)

Result – Ireland won by 10 runs

Player of the Match – Ross Adair

Ross Adair

IRE vs SA Playing Eleven

Ireland

Paul Stirling (C), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, George Dockrell, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock (WK), Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, Matthew Humphreys, Ben White, Graham Hume

South Africa

Ryan Rickelton (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger, Nqabayomzi Peter, Bjorn Fortuin, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi.

Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

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In this article, we will discuss the 5th ODI between England and Australia, held at Bristol on September 29, 2024, during Australia’s tour of England. This rain-affected match saw England set a total of 309 runs in their allotted 50 overs, led by Ben Duckett’s century. However, due to weather interruptions, Australia was given a revised target of 117 runs from 20.4 overs. Australia, powered by an explosive knock from Matthew Short and steady contributions from Travis Head and Captain Steven Smith, comfortably chased the target to claim victory.

In the 5th ODI of Australia’s tour of England at Bristol on September 29, 2024, England batted first and scored 309 runs. Australia, chasing a revised target of 117 in 20.4 overs due to rain, comfortably reached 165/2, securing victory.

In the 5th ODI of the AUS tour of ENG at Bristol, England posted a total of 309 in 49.2 overs. The innings started aggressively, with Phil Salt smashing 45 off 27 balls, including 5 fours and 3 sixes, before falling to Aaron Hardie. Ben Duckett anchored the innings with a brilliant 107 off 91 deliveries, striking 13 fours and 2 sixes, before being dismissed by Travis Head. Despite early support from Harry Brook, who played a blistering knock of 72 from 52 balls, England’s middle order collapsed.

Will Jacks (0), Jamie Smith (6), Liam Livingstone (0), and Jacob Bethell (13) fell cheaply, as ENG struggled to maintain momentum. Duckett’s departure in the 34th over slowed things down. Adil Rashid provided a late cameo with 36 off 35, helping England recover slightly towards the end.

Travis Head spun his magic, bagging 4 wickets for 28 runs in just 6.2 overs like a cricketing sorcerer. Meanwhile, Aaron Hardie (2/38), Glenn Maxwell (2/49), and Adam Zampa (2/74) played pickpockets, nabbing England’s wickets like pros. Despite England’s batting lineup collapsing faster than a house of cards in a windstorm, they miraculously pieced together a not-too-shabby 309.

In Australia’s chase of a revised target of 117 in 20.4 overs due to rain, they made a strong start and comfortably reached 165/2 in 20.4 overs, winning the match. Matthew Short played a blistering knock, smashing 58 off 30 balls with 7 fours and 4 sixes before being dismissed by Matthew Potts. Travis Head contributed 31 off 26, hitting 4 fours and 2 sixes, before falling to Brydon Carse.

Captain Steven Smith anchored the innings with an unbeaten 36 from 48 balls, while wicketkeeper Josh Inglis provided quick support with a rapid 28 off 20 balls, striking 2 fours and 2 sixes. AUS comfortably surpassed the target with ease, maintaining a run rate of 7.98. Matthew Potts and Brydon Carse snagged a wicket apiece, but England’s bowlers struggled to keep a lid on Australia’s blazing batsmen. The Aussies dominated the crease, sealing the win with a commanding performance.

Australia vs England Scoreboard

England –309(50)

Australia – 165/2 (20.4/20.4)

Result – Australia won by 49 runs (DLS method)

Player of the Match – Travis Head

Travis Head

AUS vs ENG Playing Eleven

England

Phil Salt (WK), Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Harry Brook (C), Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Matthew Potts, Olly Stone

Australia

Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith (C), Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne (WK), Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

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Cricket Highlights, Sept 27: (1st T20) – Ireland vs South Africa

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IRE vs SA (1st T20) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss a thrilling T20 match between Ireland and South Africa, where South Africa chased down Ireland’s target of 172 with ease. Ireland, led by a fighting knock from Curtis Campher, posted 171/8 in their 20 overs.

However, South Africa’s strong batting display, highlighted by Ryan Rickelton’s explosive 76 and Reeza Hendricks’ half-century, helped them secure a comfortable victory with 14 balls to spare. We’ll take a closer look at key performances and moments that shaped this exciting contest.

In the 1st T20I in Abu Dhabi on September 27, 2024, Ireland set a total of 171 runs for 8 wickets in their 20 overs. In response, South Africa chased down the target convincingly, scoring 174 runs for the loss of just 2 wickets in 17.4 overs. South Africa secured an 8-wicket victory with 14 balls to spare, showcasing their batting strength and solidifying their dominance in the match.

IRE scored a respectable 171/8 in their 20 overs to end the T20 innings. Curtis Campher led the innings with a strong 49 off 36 balls, which included six boundaries and one six, despite losing early wickets. With a rapid 37 off 28 balls, Neil Rock also helped to maintain Ireland’s run rate. Ross Adair provided an explosive start with 18 runs from just 10 balls, but Ireland lost wickets regularly after his dismissal. George Dockrell played a useful cameo of 21 off 16 balls, while extras contributed 20 valuable runs to the total.

Patrick Kruger was the most impressive player for the bowling side, grabbing 4 wickets for 27 runs in his 4 overs. Nqabayomzi Peter, Wiaan Mulder, Bjorn Fortuin, and Ottneil Baartman all contributed one wicket apiece. The bowling team, especially in the last overs, kept Ireland in check despite a few costly overs from Baartman and Williams.

IRE set a target of 172, which SA easily met, scoring 174/2 at a run rate of 9.84 in 17.4 overs. With 76 runs off 48 balls, three boundaries, and six sixes, Ryan Rickelton was the player of the innings, providing SA with a strong start. Reeza Hendricks, who scored 51 off 33 balls with five fours and three sixes, also had a significant impact.

The opening partnership between Rickelton and Hendricks put South Africa in command, with a stand of 111 runs. After Hendricks was trapped lbw by Craig Young, Rickelton continued his aggressive batting before being caught by Curtis Campher off Mark Adair.

Matthew Breetzke (19* off 14) and captain Aiden Markram (17* off 12) then finished the job comfortably, as South Africa reached the target with 14 balls to spare. Extras contributed 11 runs, helping South Africa ease to victory. Despite Ireland’s best efforts, their bowling attack struggled to contain South Africa’s top order. Mark Adair and Craig Young managed to take a wicket each, but it wasn’t enough to stop the hosts from securing a dominant win.

Ireland vs South Africa England Scoreboard

Ireland –171/8 (20)

South Africa – 174/2 (17.4/20)

Result – South Africa won by 8 wickets

Player of the Match – Ryan Rickelton

Ryan Rickelton

IRE vs SA Playing Eleven

Ireland

Paul Stirling (C), Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Curtis Campher, Neil Rock (WK), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Ben White.

South Africa

Ryan Rickelton (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Patrick Kruger, Bjorn Fortuin, Nqabayomzi Peter, Lizaad Williams, Ottneil Baartman.

Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.

Cricket Highlights, 28 Sept: CPL 2024 (Match 28) – Trinbago Knight Riders vs Barbados Royals

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TKR vs BR (Match-28) – Highlights

Trinbago Knight Riders secured a 30-run victory over Barbados Royals in the 28th Caribbean Premier League 2024 match, held in Tarouba. Trinbago posted 175/7, setting a challenging target of 176. In response, Barbados Royals struggled to build momentum and could only manage 145/9 in their 20 overs. The standout performer was Akeal Hosein, who delivered a brilliant spell, taking 3 wickets for just 15 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award. Hosein’s tight bowling kept the Royals’ chase in check, leading Trinbago to a crucial win in the tournament.

In Trinbago Knight Riders’ innings, captain Kieron Pollard played a crucial knock, smashing 42 off 27 balls with four sixes, guiding his team to a competitive total. Andre Russell followed with a blistering 31 from just 12 deliveries, hitting one four and four sixes to maintain an impressive strike rate of 258.33. Nicholas Pooran provided an early boost with a quickfire 27 off 15 balls, striking four boundaries and a six before being dismissed.

Keacy Carty played a more measured innings, contributing 32 off 34 balls with two fours and a six, holding the innings together. Tim David added 7 runs off 7 balls, while Chris Jordan’s unbeaten 13 from 11 balls and Terrance Hinds’ quick 9 off 4 deliveries at the death helped push Trinbago’s total to 175/7. Opener Jason Roy was dismissed for a duck, and Shaqkere Parris managed just 5 runs, struggling to get going early on.

In Barbados Royals’ bowling attack, Maheesh Theekshana and Naveen-ul-Haq were the key wicket-takers, claiming three wickets each. Theekshana delivered a crucial spell, taking 3/35 in his 4 overs at an economy of 8.75, while also bowling 12 dot balls and conceding just two sixes. Naveen-ul-Haq matched Theekshana’s efforts with figures of 3/35 from his 4 overs, maintaining the same economy and bowling 11 dot balls while conceding three sixes. Jason Holder chipped in with a wicket, taking 1/31 in his 4 overs at a respectable economy of 7.75, giving up only one four and two sixes. These three bowlers were instrumental in restricting Trinbago Knight Riders’ total.

In Barbados Royals’ chase of 176, Alick Athanaze top-scored with a well-compiled 44 off 33 balls, hitting one four and four sixes, giving his team hope in the middle overs. David Miller provided a quickfire 30 off 15 balls, smashing two fours and three sixes to maintain a high strike rate 200. Kevin Wickham contributed a steady 23 off 23 balls, while Rovman Powell added 18 off 21 but struggled to accelerate.

Opener Quinton de Kock managed just 8 runs before being dismissed early, while Kadeem Alleyne fell for 2. Lower down the order, Jason Holder made 4, while Maheesh Theekshana was dismissed for a duck. Keshav Maharaj and Naveen-ul-Haq added 2 and 1 runs respectively, with Ramon Simmonds remaining unbeaten on 4 off 1 ball. Despite these efforts, the Royals could only manage 145/9, falling 30 runs short of the target.

In Trinbago Knight Riders’ bowling attack, Akeal Hosein was the standout performer, taking 3 wickets for just 15 runs in his 4 overs at an exceptional economy of 3.75. His disciplined bowling included 17 dot balls and only one six conceded, making him a key figure in restricting Barbados Royals’ chase. Chris Jordan also took 3 wickets, conceding 33 runs in his 4 overs, maintaining an economy of 8.25 while delivering 11 dot balls. Waqar Salamkheil contributed with 1 wicket for 33 runs in his 4 overs, while Terrance Hinds chipped in with 2 wickets for 22 runs in his 3 overs at an economy of 7.33.

Trinbago Knight Riders vs Barbados Royals Scoreboard

Trinbago Knight Riders – 175/7 (20.0)

Barbados Royals – 145/9 (20.0)

Result – Trinbago Knight Riders won by 30 runs

Player of the match – Akeal Hosein

Akeal Hosein

TKR vs BR Playing XIs

Trinbago Knight Riders	Kieron Pollard (c), Nicholas Pooran (wk), Keacy Carty, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Tim David, Chris Jordan, Shaqkere Parris, Waqar Salamkheil, Jason Roy, Terrance Hinds
Barbados Royals	Rovman Powell (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Alick Athanaze, David Miller, Keshav Maharaj, Jason Holder, Maheesh Theekshana, Kevin Wickham, Ramon Simmonds, Kadeem Alleyne, Naveen-ul-Haq

Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.