ICC U19 World Cup 2024: How South African Players Fared after the Super Six Round

The ICC U19 World Cup 2024 has been a showcase of outstanding talent, especially from the young cricketers of the South African U19 team. This blog post zooms in on their pivotal players, delving into their performances post the Super Six round. From remarkable batting prowess to commendable bowling achievements, South Africa‘s emerging stars have certainly made a lasting impact on this edition of the tournament.

Batting Performances:

Steve Stolk

Steve Stolk has emerged as the leading run-scorer for the South African U19 team in the Super Six round. With a total of 214 runs in five innings, including a high score of 86, Stolk has showcased his ability to anchor the innings. His impressive average of 42.80 and a strike rate of 148.61 underline his consistency and aggressiveness at the top of the order. Stolk’s contribution, especially his two half-centuries, has been pivotal in South Africa’s success in the tournament.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius 

Lhuan-dre Pretorius (Photo Source: Twitter)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius has been a reliable force in the middle order for the South African U19 team. Accumulating 211 runs in five innings, Pretorius boasts an impressive average of 52.75. His ability to accelerate the scoring, evident in a strike rate of 103.94, has added dynamism to the team’s batting lineup. Pretorius, with two half-centuries, has played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings and building partnerships.

Dewan Marais

Dewan Marais (Photo Source Twitter)

Dewan Marais has been the epitome of consistency in the Super Six round, amassing 197 runs in four innings. His unbeaten knock of 80* reflects his ability to anchor the innings when required. With an impressive strike rate of 139.71, Marais has balanced aggression with stability. The right-hander’s contributions have been vital in ensuring South Africa puts up competitive totals.

Bowling Performances:

Kwena Maphaka 

Kwena Maphaka (Photo Source: Twitter)

Kwena Maphaka has been the standout bowler for South Africa in the Super Six round, claiming a remarkable 18 wickets in just five matches. His best bowling figures of 6/21 showcase his ability to dismantle opposition batting line-ups. Maphaka’s incredible average of 9.55 and an economy rate of 3.95 highlight his effectiveness with the ball. The young speedster has been instrumental in restricting opponents and providing crucial breakthroughs.

Riley Norton

Riley Norton (Photo Source: Twitter)

Riley Norton has played a vital supporting role in the South African bowling attack, picking up 11 wickets in four matches. His best bowling figures of 4/28 exhibit his ability to control the game. Norton’s economy rate of 5.35 and an average of 13.54 underline his disciplined approach. While Maphaka has been the chief wicket-taker, Norton’s contributions have been pivotal in complementing the team’s overall bowling performance.

With each passing round of the ICC U19 World Cup 2024, South Africa’s U19 side has demonstrated an ideal fusion of bowling and batting skills. Leading the charge are Steve Stolk, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kwena Maphaka, and Riley Norton; the team appears ready for a good campaign.