In a rain‑affected 15‑over contest, St Andrew’s College 1st XI showcased power and composure to secure a commanding win over Falcons.
College Batting Brilliance
St Andrew’s College 1st XI: 165/3 (15 overs) Falcons: 103/7 (15 overs) — won by 62 runs
Batting first, College posted a formidable total of 165/3.
- Rhys Wiblin (43 off 35) anchored the innings with composure.
- Corne van der Merwe (36 off 23) added fluent runs.
- David Chorley (25 off 9) delivered a blistering finish, propelling the score beyond 160.
Falcons Fightback Halted
Falcons faltered early, slipping to 18/7, before Liam Nel produced a remarkable counterattack with 75 off 43 balls* (4 fours, 5 sixes). Despite his heroics, College’s disciplined bowling attack held firm.
Corne van der Merwe starred with the ball, claiming 3/10, completing a superb all‑round performance.
A Special Milestone
The match carried added significance as Rhys Wiblin marked his 100th appearance for St Andrew’s College — an incredible achievement celebrated with a match‑winning contribution.
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