Gulu Gladiators vs. Gulu Titans — St Joseph’s School Layibi Floor
Lira Sixers vs. Gulu Blazers — Gulu Excessive Floor
June 15, 2025
The inaugural UCA Northerns Males’s 50-Over League launched in grand type on June 15, 2025, marking a historic second for cricket in Gulu and Northern Uganda. Enthusiastic crowds gathered to witness two thrilling matches that showcased rising expertise and fierce competitors.
Match Outcomes
Gulu Titans 108 all out in 35.3 overs
Gulu Gladiators 109 for 7 in 31.1 overs
Gulu Gladiators defeated Gulu Titans by 3 wickets
Lira Sixers 134 all out in 32.5 overs
Gulu Blazers 95 all out in 24.5 overs
Lira Sixers beat Gulu Blazers by 39 runs
At St. Joseph’s School Layibi Floor, the Gulu Titans received the toss and opted to bat first, however their innings crumbled underneath strain.
Struggling towards disciplined bowling, they have been bowled out for simply 108 runs in 35.3 overs.
Extras performed a big function, contributing 29 to the overall, as the highest order faltered regardless of a decided 22 from Okello Aaron.
Owachgiu Brian starred with the ball for the Gulu Gladiators, claiming 3 key wickets to interrupt the Titans’ center order.
Chasing a modest goal of 109, the Gladiators began cautiously however quickly discovered themselves in hassle at 73/6.
Nevertheless, composure prevailed as Ogenrwot Joshua anchored the innings with an unbeaten 30, supported by essential contributions from Haider Ali and others.
Regardless of a valiant effort from Opiyo Tonny, who led the Titans’ bowling with a formidable 4-wicket haul, the Gladiators held their nerve.
Openy Denis completed issues off within the thirty second over, guiding Gulu Gladiators to a hard-fought 3-wicket win in a tense, low-scoring encounter that saved followers on edge until the tip.
Participant of the Match: Opiyo Tonny (4 wickets, 6 off 12)
Lira Sixers Dominate Gulu Blazers with Balanced Efficiency
At Gulu Excessive Floor, the Lira Sixers selected to bat first and struggled early, shedding fast wickets.
Nevertheless, Igulu Cymprous performed a chilled function, crafting a well-timed 47 runs.
Supported by Kulbir Singh’s helpful 11 and a big 47 extras, the Sixers posted a aggressive 134 all out in 32.5 overs.
The Gulu Blazers’ chase was derailed by tight bowling from Kapil Raste and Cymprous, who mixed to dismantle the lineup.
Regardless of a decided 29 not out from Tumwebaze Marvin, the Blazers fell brief, bowled out for 95 runs in 24.5 overs.
Cymprous shone with the ball as nicely, claiming 4 wickets for simply 20 runs, whereas Raste added 3 wickets.
The Sixers secured a commanding 39-run win, because of disciplined bowling and well timed batting.
Participant of the Match: Igulu Cymprous (47 runs & 4 wickets for 20 runs)
Because the Northerns Males’s 50-Over League begins its journey, all gamers have been reminded that they’re pioneers shaping the way forward for cricket in Northern Uganda.
“Play with coronary heart, embrace the problem, and let each second on the sector construct desires, encourage communities, and pave the way in which for Uganda’s subsequent cricketing heroes,”
inspired Grace Mutyagaba, June 2025.
This historic league guarantees to ignite ardour, nurture expertise, and elevate the sport throughout the area within the seasons to come back.
Within the upcoming fixtures, Gulu Titans will tackle Lira Sixers whereas Kinyara Blast will play Gulu Blazers.
