South Africa to play in Plate League

The South Africans' last game against Pakistan was abandoned today after heavy rain made the outfield unsafe.

The match was called off at 1.30pm. The South Africans have now had three matches abandoned and have only bowled 12 overs in the tournament.

With Nepal beating Kenya at Asgiriya International Stadium, the South Africans will now have to play in the Plate League. Pakistan and Nepal now both have 4 points, South Africa 3 points and Kenya only one point.

South African manager Keke Dali, speaking afterwards said, "we are disappointed but this was an act of nature. The groundstaff were not at fault on this occasion."