- Uganda U-19 v Tanzania U-19
- Uganda U-19 261/6 in 50 overs (Olipa Gerald 63, Nyiiro Jonathan (54)
- Tanzania U-19 211/10 in 46.1 overs (Dylan Manish 48, Acrey Pascal 58)
- Uganda U-19 won by 50 runs
Uganda’s U19 team wrapped up a thrilling contest with a 50-run victory over Tanzania at Lugogo Cricket Oval, taking a 2-1 lead in the Easter Youth 50-Over Series.
A dominant batting display, followed by disciplined bowling, ensured Uganda took control of the series.
After losing the toss, Uganda was sent in to bat and made two strategic changes, bringing in Okecho Jordan and Aziz Abdul Tandia.
The openers provided a steady start, navigating the powerplay unscathed. However, two quick wickets in the 11th over briefly halted their momentum.
The middle order stepped up, with Gerald Olipa scoring a brilliant 63 runs, anchoring a 67-run partnership that pushed Uganda past the 150-run mark.
The biggest contribution came from Ocen Peter and Nyiro Jonathan, whose 85-run stand propelled Uganda to a competitive 261/6 in 50 overs.
In response, Tanzania started well, with a 61-run opening stand. Their captain, Dylan Thakar, fell just short of a half-century at 48 runs, while Acrey Pascal Hugo led the scoring with 58.
Mohammad Simba Mbaki added 31, but Tanzania struggled to maintain their chase.
Uganda’s bowlers kept the pressure on, with Tandia (3 wickets, economy 2.9) and Christopher Kidega (3 wickets) leading the attack.
Gerald Olipa capped off a superb all-round performance with 2 wickets, securing him the Player of the Match award.
Tanzania was bowled out for 211 in 46.1 overs, handing Uganda a well-earned 50-run Victory.
Uganda now leads the series 2-1 and action continues tomorrow as Tanzania U19 faces the Uganda Emerging Side at Lugogo Cricket Oval.
