THE INNER RING
JULY 2020 | FIRST INNINGS
Dear Dolphins family
Hope you and your loved ones are well, and that you are spending your time wisely.
Powerplay Tick…tock… tick… tock…
We kill time. We save time. We rob and get robbed of time, we lose time, and we have all the time in the world. But not one of us is powerful enough to stop the march of time or slow it down.
The first 100 days of lockdown has passed, as well as the first six months of 2020. Time keeps flying by…
Tick… tock… tick… tock…
These sounds have different meanings to different people at different times. It can be a soothing rhythm, a confirmation that everything is under control, or it can be the anxious approach of a deadline. There are different ways of keeping time, there are various ways of showing time and there are a range of symbols depicting time.
One of the most famous symbols depicting time is the weather vane at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, England. The symbolism behind the Father Time feature is Law 16 (3) of the laws of cricket: “After the call of time, the bails shall be removed from both wickets.”
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For me it is the ultimate reminder that:
“we are merely temporary custodians of this beautiful game and we have to leave it in a better state than what we found it.”
This message might come across as a sad reflection on the swift passing of time, but I would rather have it interpreted as a celebration of time, special memories and a reminder that we do not have unlimited amounts of time. Therefore, spend limited amounts of your time on things that are not that important in the bigger scheme of things and ensure that you prioritize your time everyday.
Inside the boundary rope KZNCU staff continue to work remotely with a limited number of stadium and finance staff accessing Hollywoodbets Kingsmead and the PMB Oval. Most of our time are spent on the governance and administration aspects of our business including the annual audit, preparing for our AGM, awards functions and ensuring that all staff and players are upskillinging themselves during this period.
CSA recently announced a men’s high performance training squad which will return to training. The players will train in small monitored groups with identified coaches. These sessions will be in accordance with the guidelines set out by the CSA COVID-19 Steering Committee.
Various Hollywoodbets Dolphins are part of this squad – Keshav Maharaj, Andile Phehlukwayo, David Miller, Imran Tahir, SJ Erwee, Khaya Zondo, Daryn Dupavillon, Senuran Muthusamy, Keagan Petersen and Marques Ackerman.
Unfortunately there is still no return for any other cricket activities. Whilst Cricket South Africa is appreciative of the permission granted by the Honourable Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, we are mindful that our motivation was based on the fine balancing act of saving lives and protecting livelihoods. Therefore, our approach remains one informed by a duty of care, as a key fundamental, to return to economic activity. CSA, in conjunction with the cricket fraternity, continue to work on solutions that will enable people to return to their livelihoods whilst the safety of all cricketers are assured.
This week the player introductions will cover another three members of our exciting squad:
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FULL NAME DARYN MILES DUPAVILLON
MAIN ROLE BOWLER BOWLING STYLE RIGHT-ARM FAST DATE OF BIRTH 15 JULY 1994 PLACE OF BIRTH DURBAN, KWAZULU-NATAL HIGH SCHOOL MARITZBURG COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL GRANTLEIGH SCHOOL
DATE OF DOLPHINS DEBUT Feburary 2014
Sunfoil Series
Dolphins vs Warriors, Durban
SHIRT NUMBER 15 It is my birthday and has always been a special number to me. This number also reminds me of my personal life and honours my parents as it is the day they brought me into this world. Wearing this number reminds me of who I play my cricket for and of my journey thus far.
DOLPHINS ALL TIME HERO
Lance Klusener I grew up in Zululand and as a kid watching someone from Zululand do the special things he did on the cricket field was incredible. Klusener’s career was sensational. Watching his career unfold inspired me and reminded me that you can get where you want to no matter where you come from.
FAVOURITE KINGSMEAD MEMORY My favourite Kingsmead memory was taking 5
on debut for the Dolphins. Was incredibly
special and a moment I will always cherish!
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FULL NAME GRANT ROELOFSEN MAIN ROLE WICKETKEEPER BATSMAN BATTING STYLE RIGHT-ARM BAT DATE OF BIRTH 26 JULY 1996 PLACE OF BIRTH JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG HIGH SCHOOL KING EDWARD VII SCHOOL PRIMARY SCHOOL WESTRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL
DATE OF DOLPHINS DEBUT September 2018 4-Day Franchise Series Titans vs Dolphins, Centurion
SHIRT NUMBER 02 I played my first ever day/night cricket at the age of 8 or 9 years. The shirt number we received for this match was in batting order and the number has just stuck with me since.
DOLPHINS ALL TIME HERO Shaun Pollock A South African legend. I love the way he conducts himself on and off the field. His career statistics are unbelievable. Watching him win matches for his country inspired me to want to do the same.
David Miller I have the pleasure of working with him and even though he is my teammate I respect how his career has unfolded. I draw inspiration from his work ethics, humble characteristics and aspire to create a career
as legendary as his.
FAVOURITE KINGSMEAD MEMORY I played my first Khaya Majola Week in Durban at the age of 17 years. It was around the time of the Boxing Day Test match between South Africa and India at Kingsmead Stadium. My dad extended our stay in
Durban to attend this Test match especially because
it was Kallis’ last test match. After experiencing the vibe in the Stadium when Kallis scored a 100, I told my dad that I would like to play cricket here at Kingsmead one day. The combination of Kingsmead’s beauty and knowing that the beach is a stone throw away drew me to Durban. It is really special that I get to represent the Dolphins and live out this dream.
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FULL NAME MARQUES JANNIE ACKERMAN MAIN ROLE BATSMAN BATTING STYLE LEFT-HAND BAT DATE OF BIRTH 1 MARCH 1996 PLACE OF BIRTH JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG
HIGH SCHOOL ST STITHIANS COLLEGE PRIMARY SCHOOL HORISON LAERSKOOL
DATE OF DOLPHINS DEBUT
December 2018 4-Day Franchise Series Dolphins vs Warriors, Durban
SHIRT NUMBER 65
Adding my parents, sister and my birthdays
together give you a total of 65. This family
number motivates me to always do my best to make them proud.
DOLPHINS ALL TIME HERO Imran Tahir I love his energy. He gives off his best regardless of whether it is training or match
day. Immensely talented and is always helpful
and positive in the changeroom. I am inspired to bring the same energy, positivity and match winning performances to the team as Immy T does.
FAVOURITE KINGSMEAD MEMORY
There are so many! It is difficult to pick just
one. I think it could be my T20 debut against
the Knights in the CSA T20 Challenge. It was a low scoring match with wickets tumbling everywhere. It was a special feeling to be able to bat through and secure the win for the team. To help my team win a match is all that I aspire to do. To be able to do it in an exciting match is a bonus. The crowd was phenomenal that day which just makes the memory even more special.
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In the stands Marketing & Communications This week’s guests on the “Leading Edge” were Robbie Frylinck and Dinesha Devnarain. It has been loaded onto the YouTube channel where it can be watched on demand.
Please find below links: Episode 7: Frylinck & Devnarain https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuBWGUhINuM Episode 6: Erwee & Friend https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6Jzdj7IoEQ&t=26s Episode 5: Petersen & Telemachus https://www.youtu.be/RgzH_MtCXcY Episode 4: Subrayen & Abbott https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ae7UH91YPig Episode 3: Roelofson & Abdulla https://youtu.be/Zpteok2kir0 Episode 2: Zondo & Symcox https://youtu.be/SmfmAwhA23Y Episode 1: Maharaj & Strydom https://youtu.be/eTkbOls0oNs
The first episode of the exciting new initiative “Super Over” was also launched during the week. It features an interesting battle between Khaya and SJ in terms of their knowledge of their own careers. It is available on the Dolphins facebook page.
Close of play Pearler of the week “You can’t have a better tomorrow if you are thinking about yesterday all the time.” Charles F. Kettering
Inswinger of the week “What activities have you considered as time well spent during the lockdown?”
This week, as we enter the second half of the year, I want to urge you to take some time and compile a list of people that are important to you - family, friends, colleagues, coaches, mentors, etc. - and then make the time to catch up with all of them.
Stay safe!