Gahanga Queens Women and Indatwa Hampshire are facing each other the fifth match of the Rwanda Women’s T10 tournament. The match is scheduled to commence at 03:00 PM at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium in Kigali. This stadium has been chosen as the venue for all matches of the tournament, taking place from July 15 to August 06, 2023
Squad
Gahanga Queens: Benise Uwase, Clementine Uwayisaba, Ester Nyirahabimana, Sharila Niyomuhoza, Faina Uwineza (WK), Merveille Uwase (WK), Clarisse Umutoniwase, Kayitesi Colombe, Cynthia Uwera, Diane Uwineza, Zurafat Ishimwe, Belyse Murekatete, Diane Umuhoza, Giovannis Uwase, Ruth Uwimana
Indatwa Hampshire: Henriette Ishimwe (C), Celine Itangishaka, Liliane Ufitinema, Gisele Irankunda, Gisele Ishimwe, Sifa Ingabire, Flora Irakoze (WK), Sarah Uwera (WK), Josiane Uwimbabazi, Devotha Uwizeyimana, Grace Mugwaneza, Immaculee Muhawenimana, Gislaine Umubyeyi, Cynthia Tuyizere, Marie Jose Tumukunde
Players to watch out for
Benise Uwase
At just 16 years old, Benise Uwase is the youngest player representing the Gahanga Queens Women’s team. Despite her age, she possesses strong hitting abilities and can be a game-changer with the bat.
Faina Uwineza
Faina Uwineza has been displaying her skills behind the wickets, proving to be a valuable player for the team. Having played four matches with a strike rate of 50, she brings stability to the lineup and contributes crucial runs.
Henriette Ishimwe
As an experienced campaigner, Henriette Ishimwe has represented her country in 62 international T20Is. With 658 runs and 64 wickets to her name, she brings a wealth of experience to the squad and will lead the team as the captain.
Grace Mugwaneza
Grace Mugwaneza has been a consistent performer, particularly with her bowling skills. In the last five matches, she has taken 7 wickets, making her a player to watch out for in this contest.
Pitch
The pitch at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium is known to favor the batters, allowing them to showcase their skills and score runs freely. However, as the match progresses, the pitch tends to assist the spinners, adding an exciting dimension to the game.
Weather
The weather conditions for the match are predicted to be cloudy yet bright, with the temperature hovering around 26 degrees Celsius. These conditions are ideal for an intense game of cricket, and the players will need to adapt accordingly.
Fantasy Playing XI
Henriette Ishimwe (C), Benise Uwase, Clementine Uwayisaba, Faina Uwineza (WK), Grace Mugwaneza, Ester Nyirahabimana, Gisele Irankunda, Cynthia Uwera, Sharila Niyomuhoza, Liliane Ufitinema, Merveille Uwase (WK).
Match Details
Date: Sunday, July 16
Time: 03:00 PM
Venue: Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, Kigali
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