The South African Baseball 5 team kicked off their World Cup qualifier campaign with back-to-back victories at the WBSC Baseball 5 Africa Champs in Praia, Cape Verde. The team first overcame a challenging start against Tunisia, rallying from a first-set loss (8-15) to win the next two sets (2-1, 10-9), securing a 2-1 match victory. Riding on this momentum, they then decisively beat Tanzania in two straight sets (13-2, 6-5).
These opening day wins set a strong pace for South Africa in the tournament, which spans from 3-9 February 2024. The event features a round-robin format, leading to the finals on the last day, hosted at the Pavilhão Desportivo Vavá Duarte indoor sports complex in Praia, Cape Verde.
With these victories, South Africa is well-positioned as they prepare to face the host nation, Cape Verde, and engage in a rematch against Tunisia on the second day of competition. The team’s performance on the opening day has established them as formidable contenders for World Cup qualification, showcasing their skill and resilience on the international stage.
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