Khalia named Spurs player of the year
Some of his knocks include 125 against CBC Old Boys in February and 174 against Kempton Park in November.
Actonville Spurs Cricket Club’s player of the season, Ridwaan Khalia, has his sights on making his debut for the Eastern Storm after steering his side to a third-place finish in the Eastern Premier League last season.
Khalia’s stellar performances earned him the MVP and batsman of the year accolades for the Spurs’ premier league team, an honour he received at the club’s awards ceremony held at Seva Samaj Hall in Actonville on September 20.
“I’m glad Eastern Storm coach Geoffrey Toyana allowed me to play in the internal games. I performed well in a few of them, showing that I can be part of the system. Now, it’s about playing in the academy and proving them right for what they see in me,” said Khalia.
Reflecting on his campaign, which included brilliant knocks of 125 against CBC Old Boys in February and 174 against Kempton Park in November, the wicket-keeper batsman was satisfied with his overall contribution in his first season with the club.
“This was quite a journey for me, coming from Johannesburg to playing for Easterns. I didn’t know what was going to happen during the season. But I told myself to do my best and let God take care of the rest.
“I had work and other things, but came and gave my best on Sundays for the team and to achieve something for myself. I’m glad we finished third, although it’s not what we wanted. This year, we are aiming for a top two finish,” he said.
Other big winners of the evening included 10-year-old leg spinner Aaminah Abdulla, who plays for the U12 girls’ team and Actonville Hub’s U13 and U19 sides.
The bowling allrounder took an impressive 22 wickets in five games, which included three five-wicket hauls.
“I’m grateful to my parents, teammates and coach. I worked very hard. I was dedicated and I did well,” said Aaminah.
Kananelo Mokoena was named the women’s player of the year, while Mohsin Patel received the veterans team MVP.
The age-group teams were awarded 50 medals.The club thanked their sponsors, Mr Mag Man, Wazeers, Blackout / Tobacco Paradise, Taj Printers, Broadway Sweets and Roman’s Pizza for their unwavering support.
Other awards:
Saturday Third League
• Batsman – Ahmed Mohamed
• Bowler – Mohamed Teladia
Premier League
• Batsman – Ridwaan Khalia
• Bowler – Wilbur van Dyk
Premier League reserve
• Batsman and bowler – Irfaan Hanslot
Chairman’s League
• Batsman – Aayush Patel
• Bowler – Riyadh Ebrahim
Women’s Team
• Batter – Sabelo Jiyane
• Bowler – Kananelo Mokoena
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