The Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) has announced that the Uganda A team will represent the nation at the Emerging Nations T20 Series in Kigali, Rwanda, from November 19 to 29, 2024.
The tournament features teams, including Rwanda XI, Rwanda A, and Zimbabwe Emerging, providing a competitive platform for rising stars on the continent.
Led by seasoned campaigners Roger Mukasa (captain) and Simon Ssesazi, the squad is a blend of experienced players looking to regain form and emerging U-19 talents aiming to make a mark. This mix ensures both player development and a strong challenge against formidable opponents.
The tour’s UCA Selector and Team Manager, Richard Okia, emphasised the importance of this tournament.
“This series aligns perfectly with our mission to build a high-performance culture and deepen the pathways from grassroots cricket to the senior national team. It offers players invaluable exposure to international-level competition, allowing us to identify future stars and build squad depth for Uganda Cricket’s long-term success,” Okia noted.
Uganda A Coach, for this tour, Davis Turinawe also highlighted the dual benefit of nurturing young talents that have come through the development pathways and providing a platform for experienced players to refine their skills.
“We believe in creating opportunities for our players to thrive. Competing against teams like Zimbabwe Emerging and Rwanda’s best will push our players to new heights and simulate the demands of senior international cricket,” said Tuinawe.
Team Uganda A:
1. Simon Ssesazi 2. Roger Mukasa (C) 3. Anas Baig 4. Ronald Lutaaya 5. Cyrus Kakuru 6. Pascal Murungi 7. Calvin Watuwa 8. Joseph Baguma 9. Siraj Nsubuga 10. Steven Wabwose 11. Christopher Kidega 12. Ivan Baidu 13. Musa Majid 14. Jonathan Ssebanja
Officials:
- Davis Turinawe – Head Coach
- Richard Okia – Team Manager
- Habiba Kulusum Anguyo – Physiotherapist
- Eric Wandera – Umpire
TOURNAMENT FIXTURES
- 21/11/2024, 9:30 AM: Rwanda XI vs. Uganda A
- 21/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Zimbabwe Emerging vs. Rwanda A
- 22/11/2024, 9:30 AM: Uganda A vs. Zimbabwe Emerging
- 22/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Rwanda A vs. Rwanda XI
- 23/11/2024, 9:30 AM: Rwanda XI vs. Zimbabwe Emerging
- 23/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Rwanda A vs. Uganda A
- 25/11/2024, 9:30 AM: Zimbabwe Emerging vs. Rwanda A
- 25/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Uganda A vs. Rwanda XI
- 26/11/2024, 9:30 AM: Rwanda XI vs. Rwanda A
- 26/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Uganda A vs. Zimbabwe Emerging
- 28/11/2024, 9:30 AM: Rwanda A vs. Uganda A
- 28/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Zimbabwe Emerging vs. Rwanda XI
- 29/11/2024, 9:30 AM: 3rd Place Playoff
- 29/11/2024, 1:30 PM: Final
