Kwena Maphaka - It's been a fast start to his career

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The Proteas teenage sensation, Kwena Maphaka, is set to take another major step in his fledgling career.
The player who made his Test debut during the 2nd Test against Pakistan earlier in the year is set to play in his first SA20 game on the weekend.
The 18-year-old left-arm fast bowler is a part of the Paarl Royals who will get their campaign underway at Boland Park tomorrow.
Maphaka said his life has changed since completing matric last year.
11 Jan 2AM English South Africa Sports · Sports

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