South Africa Under-19 Women are through to the Super Six stage of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup following their resounding victory against Nigeria U19 Women in their final group stage encounter.
The match was reduced to eight overs per side after rain interrupted play. South Africa delivered a composed performance, scoring 49 runs in their allotted overs as Simoné Lourens contributed a crucial 25 off 29 balls.
Chasing a DLS-adjusted target of 65, Nigeria struggled to find their footing against a disciplined South African bowling attack. The Junior Proteas restricted Nigeria to 24/8, claiming a comfortable 41-run victory to remain unbeaten and secure the top spot in Group C.
Player of the match, Seshnie Naidu (2/1 in one over), shared her thoughts on the World Cup: "I’ve been enjoying every minute of this tournament, and this experience has been so amazing.
“I know exactly what my goals are for this World Cup and my eyes are set on winning the trophy with my team and management."
South Africa will face USA U19 Women and Ireland U19 Women as the 2025 ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup continues in Malaysia.
South Africa U19 Women Squad
Kayla Reyneke (Captain, Western Province), Jemma Botha (Western Province), Fay Cowling (Lions), Jae-Leigh Filander (Western Province), Mona-Lisa Legodi (Titans), Simoné Lourens (Titans), Karabo Meso (Lions), Seshnie Naidu (Dolphins), Nthabiseng Nini (Dragons), Luyanda Nzuza (Free State), Diara Ramlakan (Lions), Diedré van Rensburg (Dragons), Mieke van Voorst (Storm), Ashleigh van Wyk (Storm), Chanel Venter (Titans).
Non-travelling Reserves
Lethabo Bidli (Lions), Keamogetswe Chuene (Lions), Jenna-Lee Lubbe (Lions), Jané Verhage (Titans), Sinelethu Yaso (Western Province).
Management
Dinesha Devnarain (Head Coach), Marcia Letsoalo (Team Manager), PJ Jansen (Batting Coach), Angelique Taai (Bowling Coach), Trisha Chetty (Fielding Coach), Adele van Eck (High-Performance Analyst), Dr Dhavina Naidoo (Team Doctor), Esther Bhengu (Physiotherapist), Stacey-Lee Hercules (Strength and Conditioning Coach), Terrence Adonis (Educator), Alungile Nyakambi (Media Specialist).
SA U19 Women Fixtures
Saturday, 18 January @ 8.30am SAST - 1st Match: New Zealand v South Africa (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak) – South Africa won by 22 runs (DLS Method).
Monday, 20 January @ 8.30am SAST - 2nd Match: South Africa v Samoa (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak) – South Africa won by 10 wickets.
Wednesday, 22 January @ 8.30am SAST - 3rd Match: South Africa v Nigeria (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak) – South Africa won by 41 runs (DLS Method).
Super Six Stage
Saturday @ 8.30am SAST- South Africa v Ireland (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak)
Tuesday @ 4.30am SAST- South Africa v USA (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak)
Friday, 31 January @ 4.30am SAST - 1st Semi-final (Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur)
Friday, 31 January @ 8.30am SAST - 2nd Semi-final (Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur)
Sunday, 2 February @ 8.30am SAST - Final (Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur)
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