South Africa: Teen Sensation Lhuan-Dre Pretorius Shoots the Lights Out in Sa20, Igniting Future Hopes

Former Titans coach Mandla Mashimbyi believes it's only a matter of time before 18-year-old Paarl Royals star Lhuan-dre Pretorius is called up for higher honours.

Listen to this article 6 min Listen to this article 6 min Teenage batting sensation Lhuan-dre Pretorius is currently the leading run scorer in the SA20, opening the batting alongside England batting star Joe Root, in the first franchise competition he's ever played in.

The big-hitting left-hander has lit up Paarl with his pick-up flick shots over the legside, which are reminiscent of legendary former Proteas skipper Graeme Smith, while being equally adept at using his feet and taking down spin and playing inside out over cover.

He has quickly exhibited to the world that there's no stroke he can't play, and he looks stylish, too, with his loose wrists and flamboyant pose after playing a shot.

Pretorius has shot the lights out with some of the most extraordinary strokes, but those who know him well believe there's more to the talented youngster than swashbuckling sixes.

The 18-year-old prodigy, who is also a wicketkeeper by trade, has one first-class match under his belt, playing for his domestic side the Titans against the Warriors in Gqeberha in the middle of December last year.

In his first-ever innings facing a red ball at professional level, he smashed a stunning 120 off 184...

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