The latest round of the Hollywoodbets Pro Series delivered another action-packed weekend in both the Hollywoodbets Pro50 and Pro20 formats.
The weekend's action demonstrated the depth of talent across the domestic circuit as Western Province's consistency continues to impress, while the Badgers showed resilience in both victory and defeat.
Hollywoodbets Pro50: Saturday, 30 November
In Newlands, World Sports Betting Western Province hosted Fidelity Titans at the WSB Newlands.
MATCH RESULT | WSB Western Province Women 10 runs.
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Van der Schyff (32*), van der Heuvel (3*). Maphangula 46.
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Titans elected to bat first, with opener Robyn Searle leading the charge, crafting a well-paced 91 that guided the team to a competitive total of 227/8 in their 50 overs.
In response, Western Province’s experienced campaigner, Dane van Niekerk, anchored the chase with an unbeaten 82*, supported by a steady 45 from Babette de Leede. Contributions in the thirties from Kelsey Adams and Saarah Smith ensured a comfortable pursuit, as the hosts reached the target in 41.2 overs, securing a five-wicket victory.
Meanwhile in Oudtshoorn, Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers took on the Knights at Recreation Ground.
Badgers opted to bat first, but the innings was disrupted by an outstanding bowling display from the Knights' Lucian Swartz, who claimed a remarkable 6/29 in her 10 overs. Despite a resilient 49* from skipper Nicolien Janse van Rensburg and 27 runs from Khayakazi Mathe, the Badgers were restricted to 141.
In reply, Knights struggled against a disciplined Badgers attack and were dismissed for just 104. Badgers claimed a 37-run win, thanks to their all-round effort in the field.
Hollywoodbets Pro20: Sunday, 01 December
In the Hollywoodbets Pro20 on Sunday, batting first, Western Province posted 135/5, with Oluhle Siyo top-scoring with a crucial 48.
Titans' bowlers, led by Paulinah Mashishi (3/27) and supported by Kay-Leigh Tapp (2 wickets), kept the hosts in check.
However, despite a valiant 46 off 38 balls from Amo Maphangula, Titans fell short by 10 runs. Caitlin Wyngaard was instrumental in defending the total, returning figures of 3/22 and ensuring Province maintained their unbeaten run.
Batting first, the Badgers reached 152/3, anchored by an unbeaten 58* from Jana Nell, supported by Nadine Moodley (37) and contributions from Asakhe Nyovana and skipper Janse van Rensburg.
Knights chased confidently, with a commanding 66 from Verunissa Reddy and a composed 43 from Miane Smit. Their partnership propelled the team to 155/3, securing a seven-wicket win with six balls to spare.
UPCOMING HOLLYWOODBETS PRO SERIES MATCHES
HOLLYWOODBETS PRO50
Saturday, 14 December – 10h00
Hollywoodbets Dolphins v DP World Lions – Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium, Durban
Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers v World Sports Betting Western Province – Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn
HOLLYWOODBETS PRO20
Sunday, 15 December – 10h00
Hollywoodbets Dolphins v DP World Lions – Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium, Durban
Six Gun Grill Garden Route Badgers v World Sports Betting Western Province – Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn