Uganda’s cricket 50 Over leagues hit a crucial point as Match Day 15 surfaces. The fight for promotion and the scramble to avoid relegation tighten across both divisions, and while this weekend’s fixture list is light, the pressure couldn’t be higher.
Sunday’s only Division One game at Lugogo Cricket Oval could shift the balance at both ends of the table. Ceylon Lions, chasing the title, meet Wanderers, who are battling for survival.
Their first encounter ended in a commanding 66-run win for the Lions, with Charles Musemeza’s composed 84 and Ankit Patel’s quickfire 48 setting the tone. Frank Nsubuga and Jonathan Kiiza then ripped through the Wanderers’ lineup.
Now, the Lions sit just two points behind leaders Kutchi Tigers who are idle this weekend. A win would temporarily send the Lions to the top.
For the Wanderers, stuck second from bottom on 8 points, a victory could lift them out of the relegation zone, leapfrogging Rounders, who are also off.
Both sides come into this clash off wins, setting up a tense battle where every run will matter.
While Division One serves up a single blockbuster, Division Two delivers drama through rivalries and playoff races.
- Patidar vs Kutchi Tigers B – Florida Oval, 10am
It’s a historic first meeting between Indian community sides Patidar Samaj and Kutchi Tigers B.
Kutchi B, in their debut season, are in playoff contention with 4 points from 3 games. Patidar, with 2 points from 4, are out of the running but will be playing for pride and local bragging rights.
- Tornado vs SKLPS – GM Sugar Oval, 10am
In Group B, SKLPS (8 points) can tighten their grip on second place. But they face a tricky Tornado side languishing at the bottom with just 1 point.
Tornado, however, have dominated this matchup, including two UG20 wins this year and victories in 2023 and 2024. Despite the standings, they remain a threat.
