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South Western Districts vs Border, 12th Match

testSouth Western Districts won by 9 wkts
Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn
18 Dec 2025, 1:30 pm IST
south western districts won the toss, chose to bat
Winner: South Western Districts
south western districts Inning Score: 423
BatterDismissalRunsBalls4s6sSR
Yaseen Vallic Jason Niemand b Nico van Zyl411104037.27
Ruan Terblanchelbw b Jan Hardus Coetzer16129017255.52
Kyle Jacobsc Michael Copeland b Nico van Zyl02000
George Van Heerdenc Mncedisi Malika b Mathew Fourie671066463.21
Nathan Engelbrechtst Mncedisi Malika b Kgaudisa Molefe18401045
Pheko Moletsanec Mncedisi Malika b Michael Copeland04000
Liam Alderc Mncedisi Malika b Jan Hardus Coetzer18332054.55
Jade Richterc (sub)Jerome Bossr b Mathew Fourie461313035.11
Banele Celec Mncedisi Malika b Nico van Zyl190011.11
Zack Mombergc Mathew Fourie b Kgaudisa Molefe581093253.21
Sintu Majezanot out019000
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsNo BallsWide BallsEconomy
Nico van Zyl022850300
Thando Ntini020357011
Jan Hardus Coetzer022641210
Thozama Totana02016000
Kgaudisa Molefe04310137200
Michael Copeland018372100
Mathew Fourie014.4142211
South Western Districts,Border Inning Score: 154
BatterDismissalRunsBalls4s6sSR
Nathan Rouxlbw b Banele Cele18193094.74
Lihle Sizanic Kyle Jacobs b Jade Richter130033.33
Wian Ruthvenc Nathan Engelbrecht b Liam Alder56678083.58
Jason Niemandc Liam Alder b Banele Cele240050
Michael Copelandb Banele Cele04000
Christiaan du Toitlbw b Jade Richter160016.67
Jan Hardus Coetzerb Jade Richter9300030
Thando Ntinilbw b Liam Alder7231030.43
Mathew Fourienot out444352102.33
Nico van Zyllbw b Liam Alder07000
Kgaudisa Molefeb Jade Richter140025
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsNo BallsWide BallsEconomy
Jade Richter09.4051411
Banele Cele08134350
Sintu Majeza07121010
Zack Momberg04016000
Liam Alder05126310

Match Summary

South Western Districts vs Border, 12th Match - 18th December 2025

Match Summary

South Western Districts clinched a commanding victory over Border by 9 wickets in the test match held at the Recreation Ground, Oudtshoorn. Ruan Terblanche's outstanding 161 runs in the first innings set the tone, while Liam Alder's superb bowling performance in both innings ensured the win. The Player of the Match was undoubtedly Ruan Terblanche for his batting heroics.

Detailed Narrative

The match began with South Western Districts winning the toss and opting to bat first. They posted a formidable total of 423 runs in their first innings. The highlight was Ruan Terblanche's magnificent knock of 161 runs off 290 balls, including 17 boundaries and 2 sixes. His innings was well-supported by George Van Heerden, who scored a solid 67 runs.

In response, Border struggled against a disciplined bowling attack and were bowled out for just 154 runs. Wian Ruthven was the top scorer for Border with a valiant 56. Jade Richter was exceptional with the ball, claiming 4 wickets for just 51 runs.

Following on, Border showed some resilience in their second innings but could only manage to score 308 runs. Notable contributions came from Nathan Roux (53), Lihle Sizani (50), and Jan Hardus Coetzer (54). However, it was Liam Alder who stole the show with his relentless bowling, taking 5 wickets for just 93 runs.

Chasing a modest target of 40 runs for victory, South Western Districts reached it comfortably with Yaseen Valli scoring an unbeaten 23 to guide his team home.

Key Performances:

  • Batting Highlights:

    • Ruan Terblanche: Scored a brilliant century (161 runs) in the first innings.
    • George Van Heerden: Contributed with a crucial half-century (67 runs).

  • Bowling Highlights:

    • Liam Alder: Best bowling figures of the match with 5 wickets in the second innings.
    • Jade Richter: Impressive with the ball taking multiple wickets across both innings.

  • Fielding Highlights:

    • Mncedisi Malika: Took several catches and executed a stumping showcasing excellent fielding skills.

This test match was a display of strategic dominance by South Western Districts, both with bat and ball, leading them to a comprehensive victory over Border.