Kigali, Rwanda – The ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier continued with an exciting clash between Tanzania and Nigeria on September 22, 2024. In a match filled with competitive spirit, Nigeria emerged victorious by 4 wickets, showcasing their resilience and strategic gameplay.
Match Summary
- Toss: Tanzania opted to bat first.
- TANZANIA: 108/8 (20 overs)
- NIGERIA: 111/6 (16.5 overs)
- Result: Nigeria won by 4 wickets
Key Performances
Batters:
- Jenipher Gabriel Kimaro (Tanzania): A standout performance, scoring 64 runs off 60 balls, including 9 fours, with a strike rate of 106.67. Kimaro’s innings anchored Tanzania’s batting effort, providing crucial runs in the middle order.
- Victory Osaivbie Igbinedion (Nigeria): Contributed 24 runs off 20 balls, hitting 4 fours, with a strike rate of 120.00.
- Peculiar Ewere Agboya (Nigeria): Made a quickfire 22 runs off just 11 balls, including 2 fours and 1 six, demonstrating aggressive intent in the chase.
Bowlers:
- Lilian Mgbodichimma Ude (Nigeria): Named Player of the Match, Ude delivered an impressive bowling performance with figures of 3 overs, 5 runs, and 5 wickets, showcasing her ability to take crucial wickets at key moments.
- Jenipher Gabriel Kimaro (Tanzania): Also contributed with the ball, taking 3 wickets for just 3 runs in her 3 overs, maintaining pressure on the Nigerian batting lineup.
- Kehinde Muhibat Amusa (Nigeria): Bowled excellently, finishing with 1 wicket for 1 run in 4 overs, proving to be a vital asset in restricting Tanzania’s scoring.
Match Highlights
Tanzania set a total of 108 runs, with Jenipher Kimaro leading the charge with her impressive half-century. Despite a shaky start, she anchored the innings and helped Tanzania reach a competitive score. However, Nigeria’s batting response was calculated and aggressive, with quick runs coming from the top order.
Nigeria raced to their target, reaching 111 runs in just 16.5 overs, clinching the match with a strong performance from their middle-order batsmen. This victory positions Nigeria favorably in the tournament, highlighting their potential as strong contenders for the title.
Looking Ahead
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Nigeria as they aim for further victories in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, which runs until September 29, 2024.
