Outcome
Kenya 37/10 in 13.5 overs
Uganda U19 Girls 41/1 in 8.1 overs
Uganda U19 Girls gained by 9 wickets
The Child Victoria Pearls delivered a formidable efficiency, securing their second match victory with a dominant 9-wicket win over Kenya on the IPRC Oval in Kigali.
After Kenya gained the toss and opted to bat, Uganda’s bowlers swiftly seized management of the match, with Lorna Anyait rising because the standout performer.
She achieved a exceptional career-best of seven wickets for simply 6 runs, together with a hat-trick, leaving Kenya reeling at a paltry 37 runs in simply 13.5 overs.
Though Uganda confronted an early problem shedding captain Jimia Muhammad, Asumin Akurut (13) and Patricia Fiona Timong (14) successfully steadied the innings, steering the staff to victory with 11 overs to spare.
This commanding win positions Uganda on the prime of Group A with 4 factors from 2 matches, boasting a superior internet run charge over Rwanda, who’re degree on factors.
Each groups have secured their semifinal spots, setting the stage for an thrilling closing group match the place they may conflict to find out the group chief.
Head coach Yusuf Nanga recommended the staff’s unity and focus, stating, “In each our video games, we have now performed as a cohesive unit. Transferring ahead, we goal to stick to our plans and never underestimate any opponent. We hope to take care of this momentum in our upcoming match in opposition to Rwanda on Wednesday.” This collective resolve might finally show essential as they goal for match success.
