WP's late burst undoes Moreki's maiden first-class five-for as Lions falter in final

29 Feb

Khanyiso Tshwaku

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Daniel Smith and Gavin Kaplan shared an 87-run stand that allowed Western Province to post 312 in their first innings before reducing the Lions to 10/2 in the second innings on day two. (Image: Lee Warren/Gallo Images)

Western Province strengthened their grip on the Four-Day Series final against the Lions on Thursday after posting 312 before reducing the Lions to 10/2 at the close on day two.

Resuming on Thursday at 49/0, WP lost wickets regularly, but were always able to find a way to score runs on a Wanderers surface that quickened up.

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