SA U19s crush Samoa in under two overs

South Africa U19 Women delivered a commanding performance against Samoa U19 Women in their second match of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup at the Borneo Cricket Ground on Monday.

🚨 MATCH RESULT 🚨

An absolutely dominant performance from 🇿🇦 SA Women's U19 as they pick up the win against Samoa Women's U19 🇼🇸 by 10 Wickets.#AlwaysRising #U19WorldCup #WozaNawe #BePartOfIt pic.twitter.com/vHzKQkMqij

— Proteas Women (@ProteasWomenCSA) January 20, 2025

Nthabiseng Nini emerged as the standout performer, earning the title of "chief destroyer" from commentators and fans alike for her exceptional bowling display.

Nini’s spell of 3-4 not only dismantled the opposition but also earned her the Player of the Match accolade.

Reflecting on her performance, Nini said: “My performance in today's game feels really special. What worked best for me was keeping it simple and applying what I’ve prepared for in practice.

“The motivation from our management—reminding us to treat "Every ball as an event" - played a significant role in my performance today.”

A recap of South Africa's second win in as many games 🎥⬇#U19WorldCuphttps://t.co/pirBEGAEqh pic.twitter.com/2Z1jcEDgCQ

— ICC (@ICC) January 20, 2025

After winning the toss, South Africa elected to field, delivering a disciplined bowling effort, to restrict Samoa to a mere 16 runs all out.

Nini led the charge with her three wickets, while Seshnie Naidu bowled a remarkable spell, taking 2-0.

Fay Cowling and Kayla Reyneke were equally effective, each claiming two wickets in their two overs and the collective effort from the bowling unit left Samoa with no room to build momentum.

The chase was a formality for the South African openers, who confidently reached the target in under two overs, sealing a dominant victory and boosting their position in the tournament.

South Africa U19 Women Squad: ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 (18 January - 2 February)

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 (North West Dragons), Mieke van Voorst (Eastern Storm), Ashleigh van Wyk (Eastern Storm), Chanel Venter (Titans).

SA U19 Women Fixtures: ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 (18 January - 2 February)

Saturday, 18 January @ 08h30 SAST - 1st Match: New Zealand v South Africa U19 (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak) – South Africa won by 22 runs.

Monday, 20 January @ 08h30 SAST - 2nd Match: South Africa U19 v Samoa (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak) – South Africa won by 10 wickets.

Wednesday, 22 January @ 08h30 SAST - 3rd Match: South Africa U19 v Nigeria (Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak)

Saturday, 25 January - Wednesday, 29 January - Super Six Stage

Friday, 31 January @ 04h30 SAST - 1st Semifinal (Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur)

Friday, 31 January @ 08h30 SAST - 2nd Semifinal (Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur)

Sunday, 02 February @ 08h30 SAST - Final (Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur)