Knights v Warriors (18th Match)Day 1

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Thursday 3 Dec 2026

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10:00 Local Time

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Mangaung Oval • 

Bloemfontein, South AfricaShow on map

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The Knights were a South African domestic cricket team representing Free State and Griqualand West, with their home matches played at Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein. Known previously as the Eagles, the team adopted the Knights name in 2010 and competed in major domestic tournaments, including the Sunfoil Series, the Momentum One Day Cup and the domestic T20 competition, later known as the CSA T20 Challenge. The franchise earned recognition for its performances across all three formats and won domestic trophies during its history. Notable players associated with the Knights include wicketkeeper-batter Morne van Wyk, all-rounder Ryan McLaren, and batters Rilee Rossouw and Reeza Hendricks. Mangaung Oval, a well-established international cricket venue, provided the team with a home ground and hosted both domestic fixtures and international matches. The Knights formed part of South Africa’s franchise cricket structure until the domestic system was reorganised in 2021, when the franchise model was replaced. Today, the team remains an important part of Free State cricket history, remembered for its competitive domestic campaigns, its connection to Bloemfontein and the players who represented the region.

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