07/12/2025
π£ WOLSELEY CC 1 & 2 START 50-OVER CAMPAIGN WITH A WIN EACH
While the 1st team travelled to Paarl to face Drakenstein Edu CC 1, the 2nd team hosted their 2nd team at home.
In Paarl, Wolseley CC 1st won the toss and elected to bat first. They posted a strong total of 256/9 in their 50 overs, thanks to a phenomenal innings by Devanirio Ver Neel, who smashed the highest score by a Wolseley player in the competition β an incredible 151 off 150 balls, including 24 fours and 1 six. He was well supported by Cyril January (26) and Ravel Prins (22), giving Wolseley a solid score to defend on a flat Paarl wicket.
Drakenstein Edu CC never really threatened the target, opting instead to bat out their overs, ending on 205/9. Wolseley had chances to wrap up the game earlier, but still claimed a strong victory by 51 runs. Cyril January was the standout bowler with a brilliant 5/37, while Shaheen Pietersen, Rashied September, and Devanirio each added a wicket.
In Wolseley, the 2nd team also batted first and piled on an impressive 279 in their 50 overs. Duran McClune, on his return, top-scored with 80, supported by Leonard Prins (41) and Emmanuel Price (33). Drakenstein Edu CC 2nd team managed 203/9, giving Wolseley 2nd XI a convincing 76-run victory. Leneil Tromp led the bowling attack with excellent figures of 3/22 in 7 overs.
Well done to both teams β a positive start, with lots of hard work ahead as we look forward to our next fixtures in January 2026!