Brothers score unbeaten fifties for opposing teams in SA20
In a thrilling encounter in Qualifier 2 of the SA20 2025, Paarl Royals wicketkeeper-batter Rubin Hermann and his brother, Jordan Hermann, who plays for Sunrisers Eastern Cape, both scored unbeaten fifties for their respective teams. This rare occurrence has drawn comparisons with a similar instance in the 2019 Big Bash League (BBL) where Australian brothers Shaun Marsh and Mitchell Marsh scored fifties for opposing teams.
Rubin Hermann’s unbeaten 56 off 41 balls propelled Paarl Royals to a respectable total of 165/5 in their 20 overs. His brother Jordan, on the other hand, scored an unbeaten 53 off 39 balls to guide Sunrisers Eastern Cape to a thrilling victory with two balls to spare.
What made this encounter even more special was that Rubin was dropped twice in his innings by his brother Jordan, who was fielding at short fine leg for Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Despite these lapses in fielding, Jordan’s brother Rubin was able to capitalize on the opportunities and score a crucial fifty.
The Hermann brothers’ performance was reminiscent of the 2019 BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Perth Scorchers, where Australian brothers Shaun Marsh and Mitchell Marsh scored fifties for their respective teams. Shaun Marsh scored an unbeaten 65 off 54 balls for the Melbourne Renegades, while Mitchell Marsh scored an unbeaten 56 off 46 balls for the Perth Scorchers.
The SA20 2025 has already witnessed some thrilling encounters, and the Qualifier 2 match between Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape was no exception. The win for Sunrisers Eastern Cape means they will now face the winner of the other Qualifier match in the SA20 2025 final.
The Hermann brothers’ performance has sent shockwaves through the cricketing fraternity, with fans and experts alike marveling at their incredible feat. The rare occurrence has also sparked conversations about sibling rivalry and the role it plays in shaping the careers of cricketers.
While the SA20 2025 has already seen some thrilling matches, the Qualifier 2 encounter between Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape will be remembered for a long time to come. The Hermann brothers’ unbeaten fifties for opposing teams has set a new benchmark for sibling rivalry in cricket, and fans can’t wait to see what the future holds for these two talented cricketers.
