West Indies ‘A’ endured a convincing 232-run defeat in opposition to South Africa ‘A’ within the second four-day “Check,” concluding a difficult match at Buffalo Park.
Beginning the ultimate day at 134 for 5 and needing an unbelievable 308 runs for victory to chase down South Africa ‘A’s imposing goal of 442, the West Indies ‘A’ staff confronted a steep problem and finally succumbed, managing to submit solely 209 runs of their second innings earlier than lunch.
The guests displayed little resistance, and their batting efficiency continued to disappoint, with Tevin Imlach contributing 34 runs and Akeem Jordan and Kevin Sinclair including 21 runs every. The West Indies ‘A’ aspect was largely dismantled by the off-spin of Dane Piedt, who claimed three of the ultimate 5 wickets to complete with six for 79 within the innings and match figures of 11 for 107, following his five-wicket haul within the first innings.
A tragic run-out
Kevin Sinclair, beginning the day at 15 not out, was the primary to depart within the morning’s third over, adopted by Abhijai Mansingh, who fell after including simply 5 runs. Tevin Imlach, who resumed his innings at 16, suffered a tragic run-out after going through 84 balls and hanging 4 boundaries, leaving West Indies ‘A’ in a precarious place at 164 for eight.
A short resistance got here from Akeem Jordan, who performed a fast 27-ball innings, forming a 37-run partnership for the ninth wicket with fellow quick bowler Shamar Joseph, who contributed 18 not out. Nonetheless, Jordan’s dismissal, caught at first slip off Piedt, led to a heated response from the right-hander, who voiced his frustration earlier than departing. This dismissal marked Piedt’s fifth wicket.
The ultimate West Indies ‘A’ batsman, Jair McAllister, might solely final eight balls earlier than enjoying down the incorrect line in opposition to Piedt, leading to his stumps being shattered.
With this convincing victory, South Africa ‘A’ leveled the three-match sequence 1-1. The ultimate “Check” is ready to start on Tuesday in Bloemfontein.
Summarized scores:
· South Africa ‘A’: 298 and 297-4 declared (Keegan Petersen 112 not out, Raynard van Tonder 56, Khaya Zondo 49, Tony de Zorzi 37)
· West Indies ‘A’: 154 and 209 (Zachary McCaskie 50, Tevin Imlach 34; Dane Piedt 6-79)
· South Africa ‘A’ received by 232 runs