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647 runs in four matches: South African all-rounder slams maiden first-class double hundred to continue red-hot run

Boland all-rounder Lehan Botha continued a stellar run of form by registering his maiden first-class double hundred, finishing unbeaten on 213 runs from 320 balls against North West. This milestone marked his third consecutive century in the format and lifted his tally to 647 runs across his last four matches.

The twenty-five-year-old previously opened the current domestic campaign with a 170-run knock against the Lions and concluded the prior season with 139 runs against North West.

The fixture itself witnessed massive totals on a placid wicket as North West declared their first innings at 642 for four, spearheaded by Diego Rosier's 211-run double century alongside hundreds from Ruan de Swart and Wihan Lubbe. 1 overs to reach 596 for nine before the contest concluded in a draw.