June 7, 2025. Matchday Two of the Lyca Women’s T20 League continued in thrilling fashion with Olila CC asserting dominance once again, while Jinja SS electrified their home crowd in a fiery derby win. In Entebbe, it was all about Tornado Bee as bowlers stole the spotlight.
Lugogo Oval – Africa Cricket Club vs Olila CC (Morning Game)
Olila: 119/9 (20 overs) | Africa CC: 31/8 (20 overs)
Result: Olila CC won by 88 runs
Despite a record-breaking six-wicket haul from Jackline Nampaamu (6/14), Africa CC’s batting woes continued. Olila opted to bat and leaned on a gritty 48 from Malisa Ariokot and 18* from Perpetua Acio to reach 119/9. Nampaamu tore through the top order, but lacked support from her teammates.
In reply, Africa CC crumbled to 31/8 in 20 overs, with only Maria Kagoya Nyende (10) reaching double figures. Immaculate Nandera (3 wickets) and Lorna Anyait (2 wickets) kept the pressure unrelenting.
Player of the Match: Jackline Nampaamu – for her six-wicket masterclass.
Lugogo Oval – Africa Cricket Club vs Olila CC (Afternoon Game)
Olila: 126/7 (20 overs) | Africa CC: 38/9 (20 overs)
Result: Olila CC won by 88 runs
Olila completed a perfect double over Africa CC with another 88-run win. Batting first, they posted 126/7, powered by Joan Ilora’s unbeaten 38 off 31 and a brisk 35 from Immaculate Nandera. Despite Lillian Nanyunja (3/4) and Florence Nawaali (2/33) striking early, Olila’s middle order steadied the innings, while 21 extras inflated the score.
The chase never got going for Africa CC. They stumbled to 38/9, with five batters dismissed for ducks. Devine Nyamer Gabriella (3 wickets) once again starred with the ball, supported by Josephine Icumar and Lorna Anyait, who bagged two wickets apiece.
Player of the Match: Devine Nyamer Gabriella
Jinja SS Oval – Jinja SS vs JACC (Morning Game)
Jinja SS: 133/4 (20 overs) | JACC: 65/9 (20 overs)
Result: Jinja SS won by 68 runs
In a spirited edition of the Jinja Derby, hosts Jinja SS put on a clinical show to claim a 68-run win over neighbours JACC. After electing to bat, they overcame the early loss of Elizabeth Achieng to post a commanding 133/4. Hope Sheila Mbeiza anchored the innings with a composed 38* off 52 balls, while Rashida Tikabula (25 off 25) and Suzan Kakai (17 off 9) chipped in with key cameos. JACC’s 34 extras also helped inflate the score.
Chasing a steep target, JACC struggled to find rhythm and crawled to 65/9 in their allotted overs. Only Ruth Mwanga (22) and Prudence Lamara (15) offered some resistance. With the ball, Tahia Nassuuna starred for Jinja SS, claiming 3/9 in a fiery spell. She was well-supported by Sheila Namagoba and Ruth Mary Tumushabe, who bowled with tight control throughout.
?️ Player of the Match: Tahia Nassuuna
Jinja SS Oval – Jinja SS vs JACC (Afternoon Game)
Jinja SS: 112/5 (20 overs) | JACC: 72/7 (20 overs)
Result: Jinja SS won by 40 runs
Jinja SS made it two wins from two with another dominant display in the afternoon fixture. Choosing to bat again, they put up 112/5 in 20 overs, anchored by Elizabeth Achieng, who made a steady 29 off 49 balls. Ruth Mary Tumwebaze added a handy 21, and 28 extras once again played a role in lifting the total.
JACC never got going in their reply, stuttering to 72/7 despite Jackie Lalam’s laboured 13 off 50 balls. Jinja SS’s bowlers kept it tight, with Sheila Namagoba and Juliet Nali delivering miserly spells, each conceding just 8 runs and taking key wickets. The fielding unit also shone, executing two stumpings and two run-outs to keep JACC in check.
Player of the Match: Sheila Namagoba
Entebbe Oval – Tornado CC vs Tornado Bee (Morning Game – Live Streamed)
Tornado CC: 47 all out (19.1 overs) | Tornado Bee: 48/3 (12 overs)
Result: Tornado Bee won by 7 wickets
At the scenic lakeside oval in Entebbe, Tornado CC’s decision to bat first backfired in spectacular fashion in their face-off against Tornado Bee. Struggling to build partnerships, they folded for a paltry 47 runs in 19.1 overs. Only Blessing Apio (11) reached double figures in an innings marred by poor running between the wickets, leading to three costly run-outs. Tornado Bee’ disciplined bowling unit, led by Rita Nyangendo and Alice Namuganza with two wickets apiece, capitalized on the pressure.
In response, Tornado Bee calmly chased down the target, reaching 48/3 in 12 overs. Rashida Kulsum’s composed 13 anchored the innings, with 21 extras significantly easing the run chase. While Apio and Daniela Nalwoga tried to stem the flow, the modest target offered little cushion.
?️ Player of the Match: Rashida Kulsum
Entebbe Oval – Tornado Bee vs Tornado CC (Afternoon Game)
Tornado Bee: 75/5 (20 overs) | Tornado CC: 47 all out (20 overs)
Result: Tornado Bee won by 28 runs
In the afternoon rematch, Tornado Bee carried forward their momentum, opting to bat and posting a competitive 75/5 in their 20 overs. Hope Wanichan anchored the innings with a patient 19 off 44 balls, while Ann Nyapendi (15*) ensured a stable finish. Once again, 20 extras contributed to a handy cushion for the Bees.
Tornado CC’s batting woes continued, crumbling for 47 once more. Patricia Lydia Agwanga wreaked havoc with the ball, claiming a match-winning 4/8, ably supported by returnee Jackline Nakayovu (3/15). With six batters dismissed for ducks, only Esther Ariokot (13) and Mirembe Angel (7*) showed signs of resistance.
Tornado Bee completed a clinical sweep, securing their second win of the day and underlining their growing dominance.
?️ Player of the Match: Patricia Lydia Agwanga
Standings Snapshot (After Matchday 2)
Group A
- Wanderers – 4 pts (2 matches)
- Soroti City – 4 pts (2 matches)
- Tornado Bee – 4 pts (2 matches)
Group B
- Olila CC – 8 pts (4 matches)
- Jinja SS – 4 points (2 matches)
- Mukono Development – 4 points (2 matches)
Notable Performances – Matchday 2
Batting Highlights:
- Joan Ilora (Olila) – 38* off 31, composed middle-order knock
- Malisa Ariokot (Olila) – 48, top-scoring in Game 1
- Immaculate Nandera (Olila) – 35 & 3 wickets – all-round class
- Hope Sheila Mbeiza (Jinja SS) – 38* off 52, stabilizing force
- Rashida Tikabula (Jinja SS) – 25 off 25 in key partnership
Bowling Highlights:
- Jackline Nampaamu (Africa CC) – 6/14, tournament’s best figures so far
- Devine Gabriella Nyamer (Olila) – 3 wickets, suffocating spell
- Tahia Nassuuna (Jinja SS) – 3/9, key in derby win
- Lorna Anyait (Olila) – 4 wickets across both games
- Immaculate Nandera (Olila) – 3 wickets in morning clash
- Patricia Agwanga (Tornado Bee) – 4/8, an incisive opening spell
- Jackline Nakayovu (Tornado B) – 3/15, game returnee with productive new-ball spell
- Lillian Nanyuja (ACC) – 3/4, tight spell with crucial breakthroughs but all in vain
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