The Cobras started their crucial must win Momentum One Day Cup match against the Lions today at Senwes Park in the best fashion possible.

Openers and brothers, Janneman and Pieter Malan, are smashing the ball to all part in their opening partnership of 92/0 after 18 overs.

Photos: Wouter Pienaar

Janneman, an NWU alumni and former North West Dragons player, got an extra life early when he was trapped LBW for 8, but the decision was overturned as Tladi Bokako committed the sin of bowling a front foor no ball. Janneman (55 off 53) has since punished the Johannesburg side in a free flowing innings which includes 8 fours. Pieter (33 off 56) is playing a more subdued anchor role at this stage.