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ETPL 2026: Faf du Plessis’ 83 Powers Rotterdam Dockers to Five-Wicket Win Over Amsterdam Flames

Rotterdam Dockers began their European T20 Premier League 2026 campaign with a five-wicket victory over Amsterdam Flames in the tournament opener at Sportpark Westvliet.

Chasing 158, Rotterdam reached 158/5 in 18.1 overs, led by captain Faf du Plessis’ superb 83 off 55 balls. David Wiese provided the finishing touch with an unbeaten 27 off 17 deliveries, while Ben Manenti contributed a quick 30. Earlier, Amsterdam posted 157/8 after being sent in to bat, with Bas de Leede anchoring the innings with an impressive 75 off 53 balls. Anrich Nortje took 2/26, while Kyle Klein claimed 3/34 for Rotterdam.

The Dockers controlled the chase after losing early wickets, with du Plessis and Wiese adding an unbeaten 43-run partnership to seal victory.

Sahir Usman

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