The Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament 2025 heads into a crucial phase as Nigeria take on Uganda in Match 29 at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, Kigali, on June 11. This fixture is set to be a key contest with both teams eager to secure a strong finish in the group stage and boost their semi-final prospects.
Nigeria have shown flashes of brilliance in this year’s tournament, including a notable win over Tanzania, underlining their potential to challenge stronger sides. With a blend of youth and experience, players like Peace Usen and Sarah Etim have stepped up in pressure situations, while the team’s bowling unit has delivered disciplined performances. Nigeria will be looking to build on their momentum and deliver a complete performance against one of the tournament’s top teams.
Uganda enters this match as one of the form sides of the competition, boasting a string of convincing victories and a well-balanced squad. Led by experienced campaigners such as Kevin Awino and Janet Mbabazi, Uganda have consistently posted competitive totals and backed it up with sharp bowling and fielding. Their all-round strength and depth make them favorites, but they will be wary of Nigeria’s ability to spring a surprise.
Squads:
Nigeria Women’s Cricket Team
Esther Sandy, Favour Eseigbe, Salome Sunday, Adeshola Adekunle, Anointed Akhigbe, Christabel Chukwuonye, Lilian Ude, Abigail Igbobie, Omosigho Eguakun, Sarah Etim, Muhibat K Amusa, Peace Usen, Rachael Samson, Rukayat Abdulrasak
Uganda Women’s Cricket Team
Prosscovia Alako, Rita Musamali, Stephanie Nampiina, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Janet Mbabazi, Kevin Amuge, Phiona Kulume, Teddy Oyella, Esther Iloku, Kevin Awino, Concy Aweko, Sarah Akiteng, Sarah Tino, Sarah Walaza
Players to watch out:
Muhibat K Amusa
Muhibat K Amusa is a young all-rounder for Nigeria and has scored 93 runs in the tournament so far, also picking up 9 wickets with the ball and is a key player for the Nigerian side in the tournament so far. She has managed starts of 19, 23, and 16 in her previous three outings, alongside returning bowling figures of 2/4, 2/7, and 4/18, emerging as a match winning.
Rachael Samson
The 23-year-old in Nigeria’s first outing of the tournament took 3 wickets for 24 runs in 3 overs, placing her among the top wicket-takers for the team in the competition. She has bowled in 56 innings and picked up 49 wickets with best figures of 4 for 13. She has picked up 9 wickets in the tournament so far and her recent performance in the tournament highlights her ability to provide breakthroughs.
Stephanie Nampiina
The 25-year-old in 84 T20Is has amassed 942 runs at an average of 18.11, with the highest score of 51 and a strike rate of 91.72. In the tournament so far, Nampiina has scored 28 runs in 4 innings with the bat but has compensated with the ball, picking up 11 wickets with the ball which also includes her career best bowling figures of 6 for 8, in a recent outing.
Janet Mbabazi
The 29-year-old all-rounder in T20Is, from 98 innings has scored 1,187 runs in 91 innings at an average of 15.02, with the highest score of 44 and a strike rate of 75.16. With the ball, she has taken 102 wickets, maintaining an average of 12.02, and economy rate of 4.57, and her best bowling performances include five 4-wicket hauls. In the tournament so far, she has scored 113 runs and picked up 7 wickets as well which makes her a vital cog in the Uganda line-up.
Pitch:
The pitch at Gahanga International Cricket Stadium in Kigali is well-prepared and balanced, aiding both batters and bowlers. It tends to favor bowlers slightly, especially pacers, and chasing teams often have an advantage. The surface is not known for being high scoring, so smart cricket and adaptability are key for success.
Weather:
Expect hazy sunshine throughout the day, with no significant rain forecasted. Conditions should be warm and dry, making it ideal for a complete game of cricket.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Esther Sandy, Salome Sunday, Adeshola Adekunle, Anointed Akhigbe, Christabel Chukwuonye, Lilian Ude, Rita Musamali, Stephanie Nampiina, Janet Mbabazi, Kevin Amuge, Sarah Akiteng
Match details:
Date – June 11, 2025
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, Kigali
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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