Match 20 of the Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament 2025 features Nigeria, up against Cameroon, in what is set to be a crucial group stage encounter, on the 7th of June 2025, at Gahanga Cricket Stadium 2, Kigali, starting 5:15 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
Nigeria have shown flashes of their potential throughout the tournament, with all-rounders like Lilian Ude and wicketkeeper Sarah Etim providing stability in the middle order. The team’s bowling attack, led by the likes of Rachael Samson and Muhibat Amusa, has demonstrated the ability to contain opposition batters, making Nigeria a well-rounded side aiming to secure a place in the knockout stages.
Cameroon, meanwhile, are seeking to bounce back after a tough start to the competition, including a heavy defeat to hosts Rwanda. However, with experienced campaigners such as Madaleine Sissako and Marguerite Bessala in the lineup, Cameroon possess the firepower to challenge any opponent. Their focus will be on improving their batting resilience and supporting their bowlers with sharper fielding efforts.
Squads:
Cameroon Women’s Cricket Team
Akago Eliane, Brenda Waluma, Cathy Mbelel, Elsa Garcia Souna, Marguerite Bessala, Bernadette Mbida, Jeanne Ngono, Olive Ranedoumoun, Madaleine Sissako, Michelle Ekani, Clemence Manidom, Edwige Guehoada, Maeva Douma, Sonita Akenji
Nigeria Women’s Cricket Team
Esther Sandy, Favour Eseigbe, Salome Sunday, Adeshola Adekunle, Anointed Akhigbe, Christabel Chukwuonye, Lilian Ude, Abigail Igbobie, Omosigho Eguakun, Sarah Etim, Muhibat K Amusa, Peace Usen, Rachael Samson, Rukayat Abdulrasak
Players to watch out:
Bernadette Mbida
The 18-year-old in 22 T20Is has scored 170 runs, with a top score of 33 against Sierra Leone Women. With the ball, she has taken 9 wickets at an average of 37.77 and an economy rate of 6.93, with best figures of 2 for 17. In her recent matches at the 2025 Kwibuka tournament, Mbida scored 33 (her career-best) against Sierra Leone and is emerging as a regular contributor with both bat and bowl for Cameroon.
Maeva Douma
The 20-year-old all-rounder for Cameroon made headlines on her T20I debut in 2021 by taking a wicket with her second ball and famously running out four batters at the non-striker’s end in a single match. In the 2025 Kwibuka tournament, she starred against Sierra Leone, taking 3 wickets for just 8 runs in 4 overs, earning Player of the Match and helping Cameroon to a 23-run win.
Peace Usen
Peace Usen is a bowler for Nigeria, currently playing in the 2025 Kwibuka Women’s T20I Tournament, in her recent match against Tanzania she delivered an excellent spell, taking 2 wickets for just 9 runs in 4 overs, including the key wickets of Neema Pius and Fatuma Kibasu. Usen’s recent form highlights her value as a reliable and economical bowler for Nigeria in T20Is.
Anointed Akhigbe
Anointed Akhigbe is a young all-rounder for Nigeria, primarily known for her right-arm medium pace. She recently took 2 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs against Tanzania Women, helping secure a narrow win, and has followed up with a 3/32. Her recent performances highlight her value as a reliable bowler and a handy lower-order batter for Nigeria in T20Is.
Pitch:
The center strip at Gahanga Cricket Stadium 2 in Kigali is balanced, offering good bounce for batters and assistance for pace bowlers. Spin can come into play later in the game. The outfield is fast, and teams chasing totals have a slight advantage.
Weather:
With scattered thunderstorms on the radar, showers are likely at intervals throughout the day, so conditions may be damp and humid. Expect cloud cover, occasional gusts of wind, and the humidity will be moderate to high.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Brenda Waluma, Marguerite Bessala, Jeanne Ngono, Madaleine Sissako, Michelle Ekani, Favour Eseigbe, Adeshola Adekunle, Lilian Ude, Sarah Etim, Muhibat K Amusa, Rachael Samson
Match details:
Date – June 7, 2025
Time – 5:15 PM IST
Venue – Gahanga Cricket Stadium 2, Kigali
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
