A new star is emerging in Gauteng youth cricket, and she’s wearing Summerhill School SA colours.

Meet Tyra Sahadew, the 13-year-old raising the bar with every match she plays.

Tyra has been selected to represent the Central Gauteng Lions U15 Girls cricket team. The promising young cricketer will officially be capped on November 8, marking a huge milestone in her fast-rising career.

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Tyra’s selection comes after an impressive year on the field, where her talent, discipline, and consistency have repeatedly stood out.

Earlier this year, she competed in the inaugural Jozi Cup in the U13 division, and her outstanding performance earned her a place in the prestigious All Stars Match hosted at the iconic DP World Wanderers Stadium, an honour reserved only for top-performing players in the tournament. Additionally, she was named MVP of the Jozi Cup.

Tyra also featured in the first Temba Bavuma Girls Cricket Festival at the University of Wits, further solidifying her reputation as one of the region’s most exciting young players.

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The Summerhill community is bursting with pride as the Grade 8 learner continues to grow and represent both the school and her province with excellence.

Her mother, Nirvana Sookdeo, expressed heartfelt pride in her daughter’s achievements and journey so far. “It has been an amazing journey.”

As she prepares to don the Lions colours, Tyra continues training with focus and determination, hoping to inspire other young girls to step confidently into the world of cricket.

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