Cricket | Unreal Win for KwaMashu Cricket Club at The Unlimited African Warriors U13 Cricket Tournament

KwaMashu Cricket Club emerged victorious at The Unlimited African Warriors U13 Cricket Tournament this past weekend which was held at Kingsmead in Durban.

In a thrilling final against hosts African Warriors Cricket Club, the match showcased all the intensity and drama you would usually expect to see in a professional competition. With African Warriors seemingly firmly in control, a stunning late-game hat-trick by Luyanda Nzuza turned the match in KwaMashu’s favour, sealing a narrow four-run victory.

Knowledge Vilakazi (African Warriors Chairman); Ngazibini Sigwili (former Under 19 Cricket World Cup Winner, SA u19 2012-2014 and current African Warriors 1st XI player); Andile Simelane (Proteas and Hollywood Bets Dolphins player, current 1st XI player at African Warriors Cricket Club) and Linda Zondi (Former Proteas Selector & Convenor, Current African Warriors Director of Cricket)

The tournament highlighted exceptional young talent, with Dylan Kidgell from African Warriors and Luyanda Nzuza from KwaMashu named joint Men of the Match. Additionally, Kidgell also secured the Player of the Tournament title and Nzuza, the Most Promising Player. With the KZN Primary Schools Cricket Trials approaching in September, former Proteas Convenor of Selectors and African Warriors Director of Cricket, Linda Zondi, has committed to further developing young players through a July training camp.

As title sponsor, The Unlimited remains dedicated to creating opportunities for young cricketers to grow both on and off the field. CEO Andrew Wood emphasized the company’s commitment to unlocking potential and providing platforms for young athletes to showcase their skills. Beyond the competition, the tournament reinforced the vital role of coaches, parents, and supporters in shaping the next generation of cricketing talent in KwaZulu-Natal.