NY Lagos Strikers Dominate Zim Afro T10 with Consecutive Wins
The NY Lagos Strikers have made a resounding start to their Zim Afro T10 tournament campaign, securing two consecutive victories against formidable opponents. Their impressive performances have been spearheaded by the exceptional batting of Rassie van der Dussen, who has delivered two consecutive half-centuries.
In their opening match against the Bulawayo Brave Jaguars, van der Dussen played a pivotal role in the Strikers’ victory, scoring a solid 51 runs. His innings was characterized by a strong partnership with Avishka Fernando, who contributed 39 runs to their 79-run stand. This partnership proved crucial in turning the tide of the match in favor of the Strikers.
Van der Dussen continued his impressive form in the second match against the Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers, notching up an unbeaten 81 runs off just 32 balls. His innings featured an astonishing eight sixes and four boundaries, showcasing his aggressive batting style. This performance was instrumental in securing another victory for the NY Lagos Strikers.
Speaking about his consecutive half-centuries, van der Dussen emphasized the importance of getting off to a good start and putting pressure on the opposition. He also praised the team’s opening partnership with Fernando, which has been a key factor in their success.
“I think it’s pretty similar like any other T10 format, it’s ten overs so we look to get off to a good start and then once you find that rhythm it becomes important to put your opposition under pressure,” said van der Dussen. “We have a nice opening pairing so Avishka and myself had a pretty good start again and from then on, we knew we could keep the pressure on the Bulawayo Brave Jaguars.”
The NY Lagos Strikers’ success has also been attributed to their strong bowling attack, which has restricted their opponents to low scores. Thisara Perera, a member of the Strikers, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance and emphasized the importance of continuing their winning streak.
“Actually, I know when are winning two games, it’s a good feeling you know. As a team we did really well, we also had good practice sessions. So we are on the right track, so we need to continue our good performance in the future also,” said Perera.
The NY Lagos Strikers will look to maintain their winning momentum in their upcoming matches as they aim to secure a place in the playoffs. Their impressive start to the tournament has established them as one of the favorites to lift the trophy.
