- Uganda-W: 119/7 (Stephanie Nampiina (30), Janet Mbabazi, 25)
- Namibia-W: 45/10 (Merzerly Gorases 10, Suné Wittman, 8)
- Uganda won by 74 runs
Uganda’s Victoria Pearls showcased a commanding performance, crushing Namibia by 74 runs in a dominant display at the Lakeside Oval, Entebbe.
The hosts, already confirmed for the final after Nepal’s victory over Hong Kong, used the match to send a strong statement to their fellow finalists.
Winning the toss, Uganda opted to bat first and posted a competitive 119/7 in 20 overs score, thanks to a much-improved batting effort.
Despite losing Proscovia Alako for a golden duck in the first over, Janet Mbabazi (25) and Immaculate Nakisuuyi (20) stabilized the innings.
The momentum shifted when Stephanie Nampiina (30) played an explosive knock, punishing the Namibian bowlers with well-timed boundaries. Malisa Ariokot (19) added crucial late runs, guiding Uganda past the 100-run mark.
Namibia’s bowling effort was led by Kayleen Ann Green (2/21) and Saima Tuhadeleni (2/16), but frequent extras (10 wides, 1 no ball) hurt their cause.
Chasing 120, Namibia crumbled under pressure, getting bowled out for a mere 45 runs in 14.1 overs. Their batting struggles were evident as five batters failed to cross five runs, and only Merzerly Gorases (10) reached double figures.
Uganda’s fielding was razor-sharp, executing four run-outs, including the crucial wicket of Suné Wittmann (8). The Namibian captain’s early departure set the tone for a disastrous innings.
Immaculate Nakisuuyi (2/14) led Uganda’s bowling attack, while Irene Mutoni (1/9), Consylate Aweko (1/3), Janet Mbabazi (1/4), and Sarah Akiteng (1/14) all chipped in with key breakthroughs.
Key Moments in Namibia’s Collapse
- Four wickets fell in the powerplay, leaving Namibia struggling at 12/4.
- Arrasta Diergaardt (4 off 8) and Edelle Van Zyl (8 off 18) tried to rebuild but couldn’t withstand Uganda’s disciplined attack.
- Namibia lost their last five wickets for just 12 runs, sealing a crushing defeat.
This win reinforced Uganda’s dominance in the tournament despite some shaky moments of two loses and sent a warning to Namibia, whom they will meet again in the final.
The other two countries in the tournament, Nepal and Hong Kong China, will play each other in the third-place play-off.
Both games will be played on Sunday, 16 March at the same venue (Lakeside Oval – Entebbe).
