Crinums Extend Unbeaten TNL Run as Diamonds Edge Sonoblomo in Match of the Day
Day 7 of the Telkom Netball League Power Week 1 delivered a compelling mix of dominant performances and crucial bounce-back victories, as teams continued to jostle for position heading into the final stretch at the Durban University of Technology (Steve Biko Campus) in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, 30 April 2026.
In a crucial Division 2 encounter, Northern Cape Diamonds showed resilience to secure a 48-44 victory over Free State Sonoblomo in the standout match of the day.
Coming off a heavy defeat earlier in the day, Northern Cape Diamonds needed a response—and they delivered in a tightly contested match that saw both teams exchange scoring runs throughout.
Northern Cape Diamonds held a narrow 26-24 lead at halftime, with the contest remaining finely balanced at 37-36 heading into the final quarter.
A late push saw Northern Cape Diamonds open up a four-point lead in the closing minutes. Despite a late opportunity for Free State Sonoblomo following a handling error, Northern Cape Diamonds’ defence stood firm to secure a vital win. Keletso Gontho (GD) was named Player of the Match for her crucial defensive performance.
Free State Crinums continued their dominant run in Division 1, recording a convincing 60-38 win over North West Flames.
With a suffocating defensive structure and rapid transition play, Free State Crinums took control early, leading 29-18 at halftime and extending their advantage to 43-27 after three quarters.
The result marks their fifth consecutive win, reinforcing their position as the team to beat in Division 1. Free State Crinums are currently positioned at the summit of the Division 1 log.
Earlier in the day, Malawi U21 delivered one of the most dominant performances of the tournament, defeating Northern Cape Diamonds 76-26 in Division 2.
A blistering start saw Malawi U21 race to a 20-5 lead in the opening quarter, before extending their dominance to 40-13 at halftime. Despite defensive adjustments from Northern Cape Diamonds, Malawi U21 maintained their intensity across all four quarters.
Gauteng Jaguars continued their strong form in Division 1 with a 57-43 victory over Kingdom Stars. Leading 27-20 at halftime, Gauteng Jaguars increased their intensity in the third quarter, with their midcourt unit injecting pace and control to stretch the lead.
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Despite Kingdom Stars’ aggressive defensive approach, Gauteng Jaguars’ efficiency in attack proved decisive.
North West Tshukudu delivered a convincing 53-37 Division 2 win over Limpopo Lilies, capitalising on a strong second-half performance to pull away and secure a top-three position on the log early in Power Week One.
Mpumalanga Sunbirds edged Eastern Cape Comets 51-48 in a competitive Division 2 encounter, with a composed finish proving the difference. Oratile Mokone earned Player of the Match honours for her dynamic performance in midcourt.
The final match of the day saw bottom-placed Eastern Cape Aloes face Southern Stings in Division 1. Eastern Cape Aloes, still in search of their first win of the season, faced a determined Southern Stings outfit aiming to end Power Week One on a high.
Both teams contested fiercely throughout, but Southern Stings dominated the match to secure a 54-43 victory at the final whistle.
With Power Week 1 nearing its conclusion, teams are now firmly aware of what is required to secure strong positions on the log. As Day 7 showed, momentum can shift quickly—and the ability to respond under pressure could prove decisive in the final standings.
Day 7 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Thursday, 30 April 2026
D2: Malawi U21 76-26 Northern Cape Diamonds
D2: Eastern Cape Comets 48-51 Mpumalanga Sunbirds
D2: Limpopo Lilies 37-52 North West Tshukudu
D1: Kingdom Stars 43-57 Gauteng Jaguars
D1: North West Flames 38-60 Free State Crinums
D1: Free State Sonoblomo 44-48 Northern Cape Diamonds
D1: Southern Stings 54-43 Eastern Cape Aloes
Day 8 Fixtures on Friday, 1 May 2026
07:00 D2: Eastern Cape Comets vs Western Cape Tornados
09:00 D2: Malawi U21 vs North West Tshukudu
11:00 D2: Limpopo Baobabs vs Northern Cape Diamonds
13:00 D1: Limpopo Lilies vs Free State Sonoblomo
15:00 D1: Free State Crinums vs Gauteng Jaguars
17:00 D1: Mpumalanga Sunbirds vs Kingdom Queens
19:00 D1: Southern Stings vs Golden Fireballs
Day 1 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Friday, 24 April 2026
Day 2 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Saturday, 25 April 2026
Day 3 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Sunday, 26 April 2026
Day 4 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Monday, 27 April 2026
Day 5 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Day 6 Telkom Netball League 2026 Power Week 1 Results on Wednesday, 29 April 2026
The Telkom Netball League 2026 Season from 24 April to 15 June 2026
24 April – 2 May: Power Week One at the Durban University of Technology, Durban
22 May – 31 May: Power Week Two at Ellis Park Arena, Johannesburg
12 June – 15 June: Final Week (Venue TBC)
Original Copy: Kgotla PR for Netball SA, with editing by gsport
Main Photo Caption: Free State Crinums’ defensive structure and rapid transition play proved decisive in their fifth consecutive 2026 Telkom Netball League victory, over North West Flames, at the Durban University of Technology (Steve Biko Campus) in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, 30 April 2026. All Photos: Netball South Africa
Photo 2 Caption: Northern Cape Diamonds bounced back with a 48-44 victory over Free State Sonoblomo after an earlier heavy defeat.
Photo 3 Caption: Gauteng Jaguars asserted their tournament credentials with a commanding 57-43 Division 1 triumph over Kingdom Stars.
Photo 4 Caption: Malawi U21 unleashed a devastating 76-26 Division 2 performance, dismantling Northern Cape Diamonds with overpowering intensity.
Photo 5 Caption: Southern Stings brought their Power Week 1 campaign to a close with a 54-43 Division 1 victory over Eastern Cape Aloes.
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