JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA) congratulates the South Africa U19 Women’s team for finishing as runners-up in the ICC Women’s T20 Under-19 World Cup 2025 in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.
Kayla Reyneke’s team made history by reaching their first-ever World Cup final, where they suffered a 9-wicket defeat to defending champions India at the Bayuemas Oval in the Malaysian capital.
Despite the result, it was a memorable campaign for South Africa, who, like India, entered the final unbeaten in the second edition of the tournament.
The junior Proteas topped their group in the opening stage with impressive wins over New Zealand, Samoa and Nigeria. They then advanced to the Super Six stage, where they secured a victory over Ireland, while their match against the USA was washed out. They continued their strong form by defeating Australia in the semi-final on Friday, setting up a final clash against India.
“Congratulations to the captain Kayla Reyneke, head coach Dinesha Devnarain, and the entire team and support staff on this magnificent achievement,” said CSA Chief Executive Officer Pholetsi Moseki. “You have made the nation proud.
“We are especially delighted with the resilience and character the team displayed throughout the tournament. Reaching the final unbeaten is a monumental feat that speaks volumes about their skill and their passion.
“It is also a significant moment for women’s cricket in South Africa, as it shows that the future of the sport is incredibly bright. We look forward to seeing how they continue to build on this success in the years to come.”
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Issued by: Cricket South Africa – Corporate Communications
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