Durban’s Super Giants (DSG) maintained their perfect record in the SA20 Season 2 with a hard-fought 37-run victory over Joburg Super Kings (JSK) at Kingsmead on Monday evening.
Klaasen Carries DSG to Victory:
- Heinrich Klaasen’s valiant 64 off 41 balls (7×4, 2×6) proved the difference for DSG, holding the innings together amidst tight JSK bowling.
- Lizaad Williams (4/26) and Nandre Burger (1/22) led the Super Kings’ bowling attack, while Moeen Ali and Imran Tahir chipped in with economical spells.
DSG Spinners Take Control:
- Jon-Jon Smuts’ left-arm spin stifled the JSK batsmen in the Power Play, setting the stage for Keshav Maharaj’s masterclass.
- Maharaj (2/17) struck early, dismissing Faf du Plessis and Ronan Herrmann with pinpoint deliveries, leaving JSK reeling.
JSK Fall Short Despite Hendricks & Moeen’s Efforts:
- Reeza Hendricks (38) and Moeen Ali (36) offered the only resistance for JSK, but Richard Gleeson (2/22) and Reece Topley (3/19) wrapped up the tail to restrict them to 108.
Dominant DSG Send Pooran Off in Style:
- The victory sends DSG soaring to the top of the table, giving Nicholas Pooran a perfect farewell before he returns to international duty.
- JSK, still winless after three matches, face a quick turnaround, taking on the Paarl Royals at Boland Park on Wednesday.
Player of the Match: Heinrich Klaasen (64 off 41)
For his match-winning knock, Klaasen was deservedly awarded Player of the Match honors. His performance sends off the departing Nicholas Pooran in style and keeps DSG atop the SA20 standings.
