Muhammad Bulbulia and Jason Rowles’ centuries set up South Africa’s 329-run win against Tanzania at the U19 World Cup in Windhoek on Monday.

After being sent in to bat, SA posted a mammoth 397-5 in their 50 overs.

Openers Jorich van Schalwyk (47) and Adnaan Lagadien (32) laid a solid foundation, but it was Bulbulia (108) and Rowles (125*) who took control of the innings.

The pair combined in a commanding 201-run partnership for the third wicket, ensuring the Junior Proteas set an imposing total.

Late fireworks came courtesy of Paul James, who struck a rapid 46 off 18 balls, while Lethabo Phahlamohlaka added a brisk 16* from five deliveries to further pile the pressure on the Tanzanian attack.

Rowles then carried his fine form into the field, finishing with two wickets and a run-out, while Bayanda Majola continued his impressive wicket-taking streak, returning figures of 2-6 in just under seven overs.

Reflecting on the performance, Bulbulia praised Rowles and the collective effort from his side.

“I thought our entire batting innings was a really good effort today. The batting group has been in a good space for a while, and a score close to 400 has been coming. It was great to see us put it together as a unit.

“Jason is a special character, and he’s been in really good form for a long time. Over the last couple of years, he’s been batting really well, and recently he’s started converting those starts into big scores. To have someone who contributes with the bat, the ball, and in the field makes him a lovely player to captain.”