Paarl, Jan. 28 -- The Paarl Royals scripted history by becoming the first team to complete a flawless five-match home record during the league phase of the Betway SA20 at Boland Park on Tuesday IST.
The Royals achieved a thrilling six-wicket victory over Durban's Super Giants, eliminating last season's runners-up from playoff contention. This feat surpasses the previous best home record set by Joburg Super Kings in Season 1, who registered four wins and a washout at the Wanderers.
Young South African talents Luhan-dre Pretorius and Kwena Maphaka were instrumental in maintaining the Royals' dominance at the top of the table, now with 28 points.
Maphaka, with his tournament-best figures of 2/22, restricted the Super Giants to 143/7. He...