Matthew Breetzke century headlines as South Africa ‘A’ take upper hand on Day 1

Sri Lanka ‘A’ tour of South Africa 2024

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Matthew Breetzke century headlines

South Africa ‘A’ managed to take upper hand against Sri Lanka ‘A’ on Day 1 of the first unofficial Test commenced today (8th September) at Kimberley.

Having won the toss, South Africa opted to bat first and posted a commanding total on Day 1. Matthew Breetzke was the top-scorer for the hosts as he made unbeaten 112 runs while Marques Ackerman and Tshepang Dithole contributed with vital half-centuries.

The speedster Eshan Malinga was the pick of the bowlers for Sri Lanka as he scalped 2 wickets for 49 runs while Chamika Gunasekara and Nishan Peiris grabbed a wicket each.

Brief Scores

South Africa ‘A’ – 294/4 (84) Matthew Breetzke 112*, Marques Ackerman 69, Tshepang Dithole 52, Neil Brand 39, Eshan Malinga 2/49

 

Sri Lanka ‘A’ –

 

Stumps – Day 1