The Richelieu Eagles extended their winning streak to four games in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier as they emerged victorious against Kenya by six wickets. This triumph keeps them on track in their journey to qualify for the 2024 T20 World Cup.
The match on Monday showcased two unbeaten teams battling it out on the field. Kenya managed to reach a total of 104 for six in their allotted 20 overs. In response, the Richelieu Eagles chased down the target of 105 runs, maintaining their perfect winning record.
While Namibia encountered a few hurdles in their batting innings, losing a couple of wickets along the way, a crucial partnership between JJ Smit and Jan Frylinck guided the host team to victory and secured another two points for their campaign.
Following the game, NBC Sport had the opportunity to speak with coach Pierre de Bruyn to gather his assessment of the match. Meanwhile, Gerhard Erasmus, captain of the Richelieu Eagles, expressed his satisfaction as he celebrated his 50th T20 match.
Next on the agenda for the Richelieu Eagles is a clash against Tanzania on Tuesday morning, with the first ball set to be bowled at 09:30. The team will aim to continue their winning momentum and further solidify their position as the only unbeaten team in the tournament.
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