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Limpopo Impalas lift T20 Knockout trophy

The Limpopo Impalas secured a six-wicket victory over the Northern Cape Heat in the T20 Knockout final in Polokwane on Sunday.

The Limpopo Impalas secured a six-wicket victory over the Northern Cape Heat in the T20 Knockout final in Polokwane on Sunday.

Electing to bat first, the Heat posted 132-9 in their 20 overs, with Ernest Kemm top-scoring with 42.

Daniel van der Merwe spearheaded the Impalas’ bowling attack, claiming figures of 4-18 in three overs, supported by two wickets from Don Radebe, as the home side collectively contained the visitors’ batting lineup.

In reply, Sizwe Masondo remained unbeaten on 51, complemented by 35 from skipper Ruan Haasbroek and a quickfire 18 off 8 deliveries from Van der Merwe, to guide the hosts to victory with seven balls to spare.

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