In the latest edition of the School Cricket First XI Rankings, there were thrilling encounters and remarkable individual displays that captivated cricket enthusiasts across the country.
Rondebosch, eager to redeem themselves after a disappointing defeat to SACS where they were skittled out for 50 runs, bounced back with a crucial victory against Bishops. Although their setback had initially shaken their position, this win revitalized their campaign. Despite the loss however, Bishops retained their top spot on the rankings, although their lead has shrunk.
The clash between Wynberg and SACS promised an intriguing outcome, with Benjamin Hansen leading the charge for Wynberg with a commendable innings of 93 runs However, inclement weather intervened, leaving SACS 80 runs shy of victory with two wickets in hand, leaving the match tantalizingly poised.
Jeppe and St. David’s engaged in a fierce battle, with Matthew West’s impressive century (115) for St. David’s setting the stage for a thrilling contest. Ultimately, it was Jeppe who emerged victorious, chasing down a formidable target of 285 runs with just one wicket remaining.
Several standout performances illuminated the week’s school cricket fixtures, with Murray Tyson of Graeme College showcasing his prowess with a splendid century (107) against Hudson Park. Ben Wessels of Grey High School delivered a dominant display, smashing an impressive 125 runs in their triumph over St Andrew’s College, while Xavier Elkington claimed impressive figures of 5/19.
Hilton College secured a significant win over rivals Michaelhouse, propelled by Ben Hockly’s exceptional century (101) , while Grey College’s Daniel Hattingh starred with a superb bowling performance, capturing 5/26 against St Andrews School.
As we approach the conclusion of this half of the season, coaches and teams are encouraged to submit their results to ensure the school cricket rankings remain up-to-date.
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FIRST XI CRICKET RANKINGS 04 MARCH, 2024 |
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RANK |
TEAM |
PLAYED |
AVG BONUS POINTS |
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1 |
BISHOPS |
19 |
27.51 |
|
2 |
AFFIES |
13 |
26.40 |
|
3 |
WYNBERG |
13 |
25.21 |
|
4 |
RONDEBOSCH |
13 |
24.84 |
|
5 |
WATERKLOOF |
17 |
24.05 |
|
6 |
ST STITHIANS |
14 |
23.97 |
|
7 |
SACS |
14 |
23.40 |
|
8 |
POTCH VOLKSKOOL |
11 |
22.92 |
|
9 |
KEARSNEY COLLEGE |
17 |
22.89 |
|
10 |
DHS |
16 |
22.69 |
|
11 |
KES |
18 |
22.19 |
|
12 |
HELPMEKAAR |
18 |
22.17 |
|
13 |
GARSFONTEIN |
8 |
21.93 |
|
14 |
PRETORIA BOYS HIGH |
14 |
21.90 |
|
15 |
GREY HIGH SCHOOL |
16 |
21.78 |
|
16 |
MICHAELHOUSE |
17 |
21.30 |
|
17 |
WESTVILLE |
17 |
20.79 |
|
18 |
KEMPTON PARK |
12 |
20.57 |
|
19 |
PAARL BOYS HIGH |
13 |
20.48 |
|
20 |
PAUL ROOS GYM |
16 |
20.21 |
|
21 |
GREY COLLEGE |
13 |
19.97 |
|
22 |
ST JOHNS COLLEGE |
23 |
19.89 |
|
23 |
HILTON COLLEGE |
18 |
19.84 |
|
24 |
MARAIS VILJOEN |
16 |
19.38 |
|
25 |
ST DAVIDS |
17 |
19.31 |
|
26 |
MARITZBURG COLLEGE |
8 |
19.15 |
|
27 |
OUTENIQUA |
10 |
19.03 |
|
28 |
ST ALBANS COLLEGE |
17 |
18.99 |
|
29 |
ST ANDREWS COLLEGE |
14 |
18.98 |
|
30 |
JEPPE |
19 |
18.53 |
|
31 |
MIDDELBURG |
5 |
18.12 |
|
32 |
GRAEME COLLEGE |
10 |
18.06 |
|
33 |
SELBORNE COLLEGE |
14 |
17.78 |
|
34 |
GLENWOOD |
15 |
17.57 |
|
35 |
PEARSON |
17 |
17.35 |
|
36 |
BOLAND LANDBOU |
16 |
17.24 |
|
37 |
ST CHARLES COLLEGE |
12 |
17.13 |
|
38 |
QUEENS COLLEGE |
6 |
16.93 |
|
39 |
ST BENEDICTS |
13 |
16.83 |
|
40 |
CLIFTON |
20 |
16.83 |
|
41 |
TRINITY HOUSE |
9 |
16.32 |
|
42 |
NORTHWOOD |
10 |
16.09 |
|
43 |
MENLOPARK |
8 |
16.03 |
|
44 |
FRAMESBY |
9 |
16.02 |
|
45 |
HANS MOORE |
13 |
15.81 |
|
46 |
NELSPRUIT |
7 |
15.71 |
|
47 |
POTCH GIM |
5 |
15.38 |
|
48 |
CORNWALL HILL |
12 |
15.03 |
|
49 |
CHARLIE HOFMEYR |
5 |
14.90 |
|
50 |
DANIEL PIENAAR |
14 |
14.86 |
|
51 |
PAREL VALLEI |
13 |
14.78 |
|
52 |
ELDORAIGNE |
12 |
14.35 |
|
53 |
WESVALIA |
5 |
14.02 |
|
54 |
DURBANVILLE |
15 |
13.94 |
|
55 |
WESTERING |
11 |
13.72 |
|
56 |
CENTURION |
9 |
13.68 |
|
57 |
PAARL GIM |
14 |
13.49 |
|
58 |
NOORDHEUWEL |
9 |
13.40 |
|
59 |
STELLENBERG |
14 |
13.37 |
|
60 |
DINAMIKA |
9 |
13.28 |
|
61 |
STIRLING HS |
17 |
13.22 |
|
62 |
MIDSTREAM |
13 |
13.05 |
|
63 |
QUEENS HIGH |
5 |
13.02 |
|
64 |
HUDSON PARK |
10 |
12.84 |
|
65 |
NICO MALAN |
10 |
12.79 |
|
66 |
ST ANDREWS SCHOOL |
10 |
12.67 |
|
67 |
NORTHCLIFF |
9 |
12.33 |
|
68 |
KINGSWOOD |
11 |
12.29 |
|
69 |
WOODRIDGE |
11 |
12.15 |
|
70 |
CURRO HILLCREST |
6 |
12.08 |
|
71 |
HTS DROSTDY |
8 |
12.04 |
|
72 |
KLOOF |
9 |
12.01 |
|
73 |
STRAND |
6 |
11.97 |
|
74 |
DESPATCH |
10 |
11.83 |
|
75 |
HILLCREST HS |
9 |
11.83 |
|
76 |
REDDAM UMHLANGA |
7 |
11.67 |
|
77 |
THOMAS MORE COLLEGE |
8 |
11.65 |
|
78 |
LILYFONTEIN |
11 |
11.63 |
|
79 |
MONUMENT |
8 |
11.63 |
|
80 |
DALE COLLEGE |
9 |
11.42 |
|
81 |
BELLVILLE |
8 |
11.05 |
|
82 |
RUSTENBURG |
8 |
11.00 |
|
83 |
VICTORIA PARK |
13 |
10.78 |
|
84 |
LABORI |
5 |
10.56 |
|
85 |
DF MALAN |
8 |
10.36 |
|
86 |
UPLANDS |
8 |
10.33 |
|
87 |
SOMERSET COLLEGE |
15 |
10.26 |
|
88 |
RANDBURG |
8 |
10.19 |
|
89 |
PINELANDS |
5 |
9.90 |
|
90 |
GOUDVELD |
11 |
9.72 |
|
91 |
CURRO DURBANVILLE |
13 |
9.68 |
|
92 |
ST HENRYS |
6 |
9.57 |
|
93 |
ASHTON |
9 |
9.49 |
|
94 |
CAMBRIDGE |
11 |
9.16 |
|
95 |
DF MALHERBE |
9 |
9.16 |
|
96 |
PIETERSBURG |
8 |
9.05 |
|
97 |
KALAHARI |
7 |
8.81 |
|
98 |
TRIO |
5 |
8.72 |
|
99 |
POINT |
6 |
8.52 |
|
100 |
BRACKENFELL |
8 |
8.41 |
|
101 |
MONTANA |
8 |
8.40 |
|
102 |
WITTEBERG |
6 |
8.33 |
|
103 |
MUIR COLLEGE |
5 |
7.98 |
|
104 |
BASTION |
6 |
7.52 |
|
105 |
MILNERTON |
5 |
6.92 |
|
106 |
AUGSBURG |
5 |
6.66 |
|
107 |
OOS MOOT |
7 |
3.21 |
Photo: Kim Hofmann
