In the Quadrangular Women’s T20 Series 2026 in Namibia, Uganda Women hold second spot on the points table with 6 points from three wins and one defeat, boasting a healthy net run rate of +0.401 as they keep pressure on the table leaders. Tanzania Women, meanwhile, remain stuck at the bottom of the ladder in fourth place, still searching for their first points of the series after dropping all four of their matches with a net run rate of -1.436. Uganda will see this fixture as an opportunity to solidify their position, while Tanzania are playing for pride and a crucial maiden victory.
Squads:
Tanzania Women’s Cricket Team
Neema Justine Pius, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Hudaa Omary, Jenipher Kimaro, Mwanamvua Ushanga, Nasra Nassoro Saidi, Nasra Hamza, Shufaa Mohamedi, Perice Kamunya, Saumu Hussen, Sheila Kizito, Sophia Jerome, Saum Bokarami, Saum Mtae
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
Players to watch out:
Saum Mtae
Tanzania’s Saum Mtae has brought aggressive intent to her side’s batting, scoring 88 runs in 4 innings at a lively strike rate of 112.82. She averages 22.00 with a best score of 31, striking 13 boundaries and 2 sixes out of the 78 balls she has faced. Her proactive approach in the middle order has made her an important scoring option for Tanzania.
Ritah Musamali
Uganda’s Ritah Musamali has been a steady presence with the bat, accumulating 91 runs across 4 innings at an average of 22.75. Facing 93 deliveries overall, she has registered the highest score of 37 while maintaining a strike rate of 97.84. Her runs have come through patient play, including 10 boundaries throughout the tournament so far.
Perice Kamunya
Tanzania’s Perice Kamunya has bowled 10.4 overs across her 4 outings, picking up 2 wickets with best figures of 2/14. She has conceded 72 runs at an economy rate of 6.75, keeping things relatively contained during her spells. Sitting on a bowling average of 36.00 and a strike rate of 32.00, she has put in a solid shift for her side.
Sarah Walaza
Uganda’s Sarah Walaza sits right at the top of the bowling charts, taking 7 wickets in 4 matches with an impressive, best spell of 3/18. She has sent down 15 overs, including one maiden, while conceding just 73 runs at an economy rate of 4.86. Holding an average of 10.42 and a strike rate of 12.85, she has been the standout wicket-taker of the attack.
Pitch:
The High-Performance Oval in Windhoek offers true bounce and extra carry through the thin air, giving fast bowlers early assistance in the crisp morning conditions.
Weather:
Windhoek promises clear, sunny skies and dry conditions, starting crisp around 9°C in the morning, warming to a comfortably mild 24°C by afternoon.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Hudaa Omary, Mwanamvua Ushanga, Perice Kamunya, Sophia Jerome, Saum Mtae, Janet Mbabazi, Esther Iloku, Kevin Awino, Ritah Musamali, Consy Aweko, Teddy Oyella
Match Details:
Date – July 28, 2026
Time – 5:30 PM IST
Venue – High-Performance Oval, Windhoek
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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