Day 2 of the 2025 Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament set the tone for an exciting campaign, featuring four matches that highlighted the action, marginal wins with two matches being interrupted by run, concluding the fixture with DLS method.
Rwanda went back-to-back, securing victory by 55 runs against Sierra Leone, with a close contest match between Uganda winning the match by 10 wickets against Cameroon. Match number 7 and 8 saw play interrupted due to weather conditions, with Brazil securing victory by 6 runs and Tanzania winning by 8 runs over Malawi through DLS method.
Match 5: Rwanda Women vs Sierra Leone Women
Rwanda continued their impressive run with a commanding 55-run victory over Sierra Leone Women, marking back-to-back wins in the 2025 Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament. After choosing to bat first, Rwanda faced early trouble as their top order collapsed in quick succession, to sharp bowling spells from Emma Kamara and Linda Bull. However, the innings was steadied by a resilient middle-order partnership. Shakila Niyomuhoza played a composed knock of 32* off 36, while Henriette Ishimwe stole the show with a brilliant unbeaten 67 off 51. Their efforts powered Rwanda to a competitive total of 135/3 in 20 overs.
In reply, Sierra Leone’s chase never gained momentum. They lost opener Emma Kamara early for just 2 runs. Captain Aminata Kamara tried to anchor the innings with a gritty 26 off 47, and Celina Bull added 10 off 17. But a sudden middle-order collapse-featuring ducks from Fatu Conteh and Ann Marie Kamara, derailed their chase. Rwanda’s bowlers kept the pressure on, with Sylvia Usabyimana delivering a decisive spell of 3/17. Henriette Ishimwe once again proved her all-round prowess, claiming 2/23 and taking two sharp catches in the field. Despite some resistance from the lower order, Sierra Leone could only manage 80 runs before being bowled out.
Match 6: Cameroon Women vs Uganda Women
Uganda secured a comfortable 10-wicket victory over Cameroon in a low-scoring affair, successfully chasing down a target of 43 without losing a wicket. Opting to field first, Uganda’s bowlers dominated right from the outset. Cameroon’s batting lineup struggled to build momentum, with opener Madaleine Sissako managing only 6 runs off 20. Jeanne Ngono showed brief resistance with 10 runs off 24, but apart from her, the rest of the lineup failed to reach double figures.
Uganda’s bowling unit was clinical spearheaded by Stephani Nampiina’s match-winning spell, taking 3 wickets for just 3 runs in her 3.4 overs, the best bowling performance of the day. She was well-supported by Sarah Walaza (2/5) and Sarah Akiteng (2/8), who ensured Cameroon’s lower order folded quickly. Cameroon was bowled out for a mere 42 runs, with several batters dismissed for ducks. In response, Uganda chased down the target in emphatic fashion. Captain Janet Mbabazi led from the front with a fluent 26* off 19, while Esther Iloku provided steady support with 11* off 10 deliveries. The duo wrapped up the chase in just 4.5 overs, sealing a dominant 10-wicket win.
Match 7: Nigeria Women vs Brazil Women
Brazil secured a crucial second consecutive victory, edging past Nigeria Women by 6 runs via the DLS method in a rain-interrupted encounter. After winning the toss and elected to field, Brazil’s bowlers set the tone early by removing Nigeria’s top-order batters at regular intervals. Despite some resistance from captain Favour Eseigbe 13 off 27 and opener Muhibat Amusa 21 off 26, Nigeria’s innings never quite found momentum. A middle-order collapse followed, triggered by tight spells from Marianne Artur, who claimed 2/9 in 3 overs, and Roberta Avery, who chipped in with 2/16. Lindsay Boas and Maria Ribeiro also contributed with a wicket each as Nigeria was restricted to just 92 runs.
Rain disrupted the start of Brazil’s chase, and the DLS method revised the target to 54 runs from 12 overs. Brazil’s innings stumbled early with the quick dismissals of Lindsay Boas (5) and Laura Agatha (1), with Nigeria’s Rachael Samson making an impact by picking up 1/7. However, Roberta Avery held her nerve under pressure, anchoring the innings with a composed 27* off 31 balls. She was well supported by captain Laura Cardoso, who scored a crucial 14 off 23 before being run out.
Match 8: Tanzania Women vs Malawi women
Tanzania registered a narrow 8-run victory over Malawi in a rain-affected encounter, decided by the DLS method. Opting to bat first, Tanzania built their innings steadily, despite an early dismissal of Saum Mtae for 9 off 9 balls. The standout performance came from Neema Pius, who anchored the innings with a composed 45 off 41 deliveries. However, the middle order faltered under pressure from Malawi’s disciplined bowling attack, led by Praise Maziya (2/16) and Eva Kabwere (2/23). A late cameo from Getrude Mushi 13 off 9 and contributions from the lower order helped Tanzania post a competitive 121/6 in their 20 overs.
Rain interrupted the chase, prompting a revised DLS target of 66 runs in 9 overs for Malawi. However, their innings never gathered momentum. Opener Sophina Chinawa struggled managing only 4 off 6, while Triphonia Luka was dismissed for a duck. Agnes Qwele delivered with the ball at a crucial juncture, picking up 1/7 to maintain Tanzania’s grip on the game. Despite a spirited effort from the lower order with Sugeni Kananji scoring a quickfire 19 off 12 and Febbe Malefula adding 15 off 10, Malawi fell short, finishing on 57/5 in their 9 overs.
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