For the third match of the ongoing 2nd edition of the Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament Botswana lock horns with Uganda at The Integrated Polytechnic Regional Centre, Rwanda. The match is scheduled to kick off at 04:45 PM (IST) Indian Standard Time.
Both teams will look to get into a fine rhythm as this would be their second game in the competition.
Squads:
Botswana – Laura Mophakedi (c, wk), Mercy Dipogiso (wk), Onneile Keitsemang, Oratile Kgeresi, Pako Mapotsane, Goabilwe Matome, Thapelo Modise, Amantle Mokgotlhe, Shameelah Mosweu, Tebogo Motlhabaphuti, Merapelo Phiase, Florence Samanyika, Goitseone Setshwane, Tuelo Shadrack.
Uganda – Concy Aweko (c), Prosscovia Alako, Irene Alumo, Lona Anyait, Evelyn Anyipo, Malisa Ariokot, Kevin Awino (wk), Mohammed Jimia, Phiona Kulume, Patricia Malemikia, Janet Mbabazi, Rita Musamali, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Stephani Nampiina.
Players to watch out:
Thapelo Modise
22-year-old Modise is a player seen rising to the occasion in the recent past. Her magnificent 61* against Kenya in 2022, threw light on her expanded capabilities.
Florence Samanyika
Batting through the tough middle overs and delivering with the ball in crucial times is what Samanyika does best. With an increasing batting index over the years, she’s a huge asset.
Immaculate Nakisuuyi
With over 500 runs and 25 wickets on the international platform, Immaculate will look to add to that tally by seeing Uganda home in the coming match.
Consylate Aweko
Bowling veteran Consylate holds her best figures of (4/6) with a nerve-wracking average of just 10.04. She possesses a great threat to the opposition with her expansive experience.
Pitch:
In recent times the stadium has undergone great changes to accommodate modern facilities. The 22 yards remain dry and will offer turn to the spinners with occasional low bounce.
Weather:
Comfortable playing conditions are forecasted ahead of the first game, with temperatures hovering around mid-20 degrees and no possible chance of rain.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kevin Aweno, Prosscovia Alako, Thapelo Modise, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Oratile Kgeresi, Florence Samanyika, Stephanie Nampiina, Janet Mbabazi, Consylate Aweko, Irene Alumo, Pako Mapotsane
Match Details:
Date – June 10th, 2023
Time – 04:45 PM IST
Venue – The Integrated Polytechnic Regional Centre, Rwanda
Broadcast – Access live scores for all the games in the series on the FanCode app and website.