Uganda Women will take on Kenya Women in a critical Group B encounter of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division One Qualifier at the High-Performance Oval in Windhoek. Both teams are eager to secure important points as they look to strengthen their chances of advancing to the semi-final. Uganda has been competitive in the tournament so far, while Kenya, a strong regional side, will be motivated to open their account in this high-stakes clash.
The Uganda Women’s squad boasts a blend of experienced players and emerging talents who have shown resilience and skill under pressure. Captained by Janet Mbabazi, Uganda’s batting and bowling units have demonstrated the capability to challenge any opposition. On the other hand, Kenya Women bring a balanced lineup with effective batters and bowlers, aiming to leverage their past successes and tactical acumen to outplay Uganda and secure a crucial victory.
Squads:
Kenya Women’s Cricket Team
Queentor Abel, Esther Wachira, Veronica Abuga, Melvin Khagoitsa, Venasa Ooko, Ruth Achando, Lavendah Idambo, Josephine Abwom, Jemimah Ndanu, Monicah Ndhambi, Judith Ogolla, Janet Nthenya, Mary Mwangi, Ann Wanjira
Uganda Women’s Cricket Team
Janet Mbabazi, Proscovia Alako, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Consy Aweko Nimungu, Naume Jane Amongin, Stephanie Nampiina, Kevin Amuge, Esther Iloku, Sarah Akiteng, Ritah Musamali, Malisa Ariokot, Kevin Awino, Phiona Kulume, and Irene Mutonyi
Players to watch out:
Queentor Abel
Queentor Abel bowls right-arm off-break and bats right-handed as an all-around player. In Women’s T20 Internationals (T20Is), Queentor Abel has played 66 matches, scored 1452 runs at an average of about 25.92, including seven fifties and one century with the highest score of 109. As a bowler, she has taken 91 wickets with an impressive bowling average and has been a major contributor in both batting and bowling departments for Kenya. Abel is known for her leadership and all-round abilities, making her a key figure in Kenyan women’s cricket.
Esther Wachira
Esther Wachira plays as an all-rounder, she bowls right-arm medium pace and bats right-handed. In Women’s T20 Internationals (T20Is), she has played 72 matches, scored 612 runs at a batting average of 13.30 with the highest score of 54* and recorded two half-centuries. As a bowler, she has taken 69 wickets at an impressive bowling average of 13.69 and an economy rate of 4.72 runs per over.
Rita Musamali
Rita Musamali is an all-arounder who made her Women’s T20 International debut in July 2018 against Scotland. In T20Is, Musamali has played 110 matches, scored 1413 runs at an average of 21.73, including one century and two fifties. With the ball, she has taken 21 wickets with a bowling average of 22.71 and economy of 5.70 runs per over. She is recognized for her all-round contributions to the Ugandan women’s cricket team.
Janet Mbabazi
A well-known all-round player for Uganda, Janet Mbabazi is renowned for her medium-pace bowling and right-handed batting. In her T20I career, she has played 98 matches, scoring 1,235 runs in 96 innings at an average of 14.07, with the highest score of 44 and a strike rate of 75.67. With the ball, Mbabazi has taken 112 wickets in T20Is, maintaining an average of 11.09 and an economy rate of 4.62. Her best bowling performances include five 4-wicket hauls, making her a reliable wicket-taker and a key option in the Ugandan attack.
Pitch:
The pitch at Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek is generally considered balanced but slightly favors batters, especially in T20s. It offers good playing conditions with a surface that allows batters to score runs comfortably if they time their shots well. The pitch tends to be pace-friendly early on, helping fast bowlers get some movement and bounce, but as the game goes on, it becomes easier to bat on, encouraging higher scores.
Weather:
The weather forecasts overcast conditions with a slight chance of light rain. The cloud cover is expected to be significant, creating a gloomy atmosphere that might affect playing conditions. These weather patterns could potentially impact the match’s progress, with rain interruptions possible.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Janet Mbabazi, Proscovia Alako, Kevin Amuge, Esther Iloku, Sarah Akiteng, Ritah Musamali, Queentor Abel, Esther Wachira, Veronica Abuga, Melvin Khagoitsa, Venasa Ooko
Match Details:
Date – September 3, 2025
Time – 5:20 PM IST
Venue – Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
