Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi etched his name into the SA20 history books by claiming the league's first-ever hat-trick during Pretoria Capitals' 15-run victory over Durban's Super Giants at Kingsmead. Ngidi, who had an indifferent opening spell, returned strongly to dismiss David Wiese, Sunil Narine, and Gerald Coetzee in consecutive deliveries, sealing the historic milestone.
Ngidi's heroics came on a night of high drama, which also saw West Indies captain Shai Hope blast the highest individual score of the tournament (118* off 69 balls) for the Capitals. Despite a valiant chase led by Jos Buttler
This performance highlights Ngidi's ability to deliver under pressure and provides a significant boost to his confidence ahead of the upcoming IPL season, where he is a key component of the Delhi Capitals' pace attack.
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“The Proteas seam bowler showed his experience to put an indifferent opening spell behind him to etch his name into the SA20 history books. David Wiese was the first victim, followed by Sunil Narine before Gerald Coetzee completed the hat-trick when he held out in the deep.”
Leading best bowling average performers in IPL Career (bowling specialists only: bowlers/all-rounders)
| Rank | Player | Team | bowling-average |
|---|---|---|---|
#1 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 10.50 | |
#2 | Lucknow Super Giants | 12.25 | |
#3 | Rajasthan Royals | 18.17 | |
| #4 | Delhi Capitals | 18.24 | |
| #5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 18.31 |
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Shai Hope’s record hundred, Lungi Ngidi’s hat-trick and Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 97 made for a riveting SA20 night at Kingsmead.
I think just putting on a baggy green is incentive enough to keep going. While I'm still able to play a role in this group, and I feel like I can contribute in major ways, I'd love to keep going out there and emptying the tank for the team.
Meanwhile, Australia completed the chase to win the Sydney Test by five wickets, sealing the Ashes series 4-1. Notably, Travis Head was named the Player of the Match, and pacer Mitchell Starc earned the Player of the Series title.
“The Proteas seam bowler showed his experience to put an indifferent opening spell behind him to etch his name into the SA20 history books. David Wiese was the first victim, followed by Sunil Narine before Gerald Coetzee completed the hat-trick when he held out in the deep.”
