The Easter Cup Women’s T20 kicks off with a heavy-hitting clash between hosts Uganda and a visiting USA side that is always a wild card on the international stage. Uganda enters this game with a very settled core; Janet Mbabazi is at the helm, and her tactical maturity will be tested immediately. For the Americans, this is a massive chance to adapt to East African conditions. They bring a mix of athletic fielding and aggressive intent, looking to unsettle a Ugandan side that historically prides itself on disciplined, suffocating spin bowling.
Squads:
Uganda Women’s Cricket Team
Janet Mbabazi, Esther Iloku, Kevin Awino, Ritah Musamali, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Stephanie Nampiina, Proscovia Alako, Malisa Ariokot, Consy Aweko, Sarah Aketeng, Kevin Amuge, Irene Mutonyi, Naume Amongin, Teddy Oyella
United States of America Women’s Cricket Team
Aditiba Chudasama, Chetna Reddy Pagydyala, Suhani Thadani, Disha Dhingra, Gargi Bhogle, Geetika Kodali, Jessica Willathgamuwa, Jivana Aras, Lekha Shetty, Maahi Madhavan, Mitali Patwardhan, Pooja Ganesh, Ritu Singh, Saanvi Immadi
Players to watch out:
Ritah Musamali
Ritah has been a mainstay in the lineup since 2018, racking up 1607 runs across 125 matches. Her ability to anchor an innings is clear, especially with a career-best of 103 not out and a knack for finding the boundary, having cleared the ropes for four on 137 occasions. She brings a level of veteran composure to the crease that will be vital for steadying the middle order during high-pressure tournament moments.
Sarah Akiteng
Since making her debut in 2022, Sarah has quickly established herself as a wicket-taking threat, picking up 66 scalps in just 71 matches. Her strike rate of 22.33 and an impressive five-wicket haul show that she has a high ceiling and the potential to turn a game on its head in a single spell. She provides a different energy to the bowling attack, often finding ways to strike when the game seems to be drifting.
Chetna Pagydyala
Chetna’s recent numbers are eye-watering, particularly an average of 206 across her last three outings. While it’s a smaller sample size, her unbeaten 136 shows she has the appetite for massive individual scores and the stamina to carry her bat through an entire innings. She is hitting her stride at exactly the right time, and her strike rate of 73.04 indicates she values her wicket deeply while keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Aditiba Chudasama
Aditiba has proven to be a reliable component of the bowling unit over the last year, securing 13 wickets in nine matches. She keeps things remarkably tidy with an economy rate under 4.00, ensuring that she isn’t just hunting for wickets but also drying up the runs at one end. With a best bowling figure of 3/33, she has shown she can handle the responsibility of bowling tough overs while maintaining a disciplined line and length.
Pitch:
The Entebbe Cricket Oval features a balanced surface where seamers find early movement—historically claiming over 60% of wickets—before it settles into a steady batting track. As the match wears on, the pitch slows and grips, favoring spinners and making a first-innings total (typically 115–140 in T20s) vital for victory.
Weather:
Expect a damp outlook with a 65% chance of rain during the day and scattered thunderstorms at night. Temperatures will hover between 23°C and 25°C, with 12 mph southern winds that may assist swing bowlers if the weather permits any play.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Janet Mbabazi, Esther Iloku, Kevin Awino, Ritah Musamali, Consy Aweko, Sarah Aketeng, Aditiba Chudasama, Chetna Reddy Pagydyala, Suhani Thadani, Disha Dhingra, Saanvi Immadi
Match Details:
Date – April 9, 2026
Time – 12:30 PM IST
Venue – Entebbe Cricket Oval, Uganda
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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