A batting masterclass followed by bowling precision propelled South Africa’s U19 team to a historic 329-run victory against Tanzania, ranking as the tournament’s second-largest by runs. The Group D encounter on January 19 at Windhoek’s High Performance Oval saw South Africa post 397/5 after losing the toss.
Captain Mohammad Bulbulia’s composed 108 (108 balls) and Jason Rawles’ destructive 125* (101 balls) formed the backbone via a 201-run stand rescuing from 93/2. Zorich van Schalkwyk blazed 47 (34 balls, 5×6), Adnaan Lagadien added 32, and Paul James hammered 46 off 18.
Tanzania’s chase imploded at 68 in 32.2 overs, losing 4 wickets by 13. Laksh Bakrania and Simba Mbaki (17) added 26, but it was futile. Ekere Pascal Hugo (12*) trailed. South Africa’s Buyanda Majola and Jason Rolls excelled with 2 wickets apiece.
Surpassing many, this win trails Australia’s record 430-run haul over Kenya (2002) and edges India’s 326 vs Uganda (2022). South Africa’s winning streak continues, contrasting Tanzania’s losing run, positioning the Proteas as Group D frontrunners with flair.