June 17, 2025 – Matchday Three brought intense action to the GM Sugar Oval in Jinja, where two closely fought games unfolded between hosts Jinja SS and defending champions Olila Cricket Club. Both contests tested nerves, but it was Olila who held their composure to clinch back-to-back wins, powered by their bowling depth and game awareness – something that was reciprocated by Soroti City who continue to dictate pace in Group A.
GM Sugar Oval – Jinja SS vs Olila CC (Morning Game)
Olila: 75/9 (20 overs) | Jinja SS: 62/8 (20 overs)
Result: Olila CC won by 13 runs
The early game began with Jinja SS winning the toss and sending Olila in to bat. The visitors stumbled out of the gate, losing early wickets before Josephine Icumar (13) and a generous 24 extras helped them limp to 75/9 in 20 overs. Jinja’s attack, led by Tahia Nassuuna (2/2) and Suzan Kakai (2/9), remained disciplined throughout.
In reply, Jinja SS never got going. Despite Suzan Kakai’s 14-run stand, the rest of the line-up fell prey to Olila’s relentless pressure. Malisa Ariokot starred with a decisive three-wicket haul that cost only 11 runs, while Lorna Anyait (2/13) and Asumin Akurut (2/5) tightened the screws in the middle overs. Jinja ended on 62/8, falling short by 13 runs in a low-scoring thriller.
Player of the Match: Malisa Ariokot – 3 wickets for 11 in game-turning spell
GM Sugar Oval – Jinja SS vs Olila CC (Afternoon Game)
Olila: 83/8 (20 overs) | Jinja SS: 45/9 (20 overs)
Result: Olila CC won by 38 runs
Jinja SS once again opted to bowl first in the afternoon clash. Olila posted a competitive 83/8, thanks to Immaculate Nandera’s quickfire 23 and Lorna Anyait’s composed 17. Ruth Mary Tumwebaze was the standout bowler for Jinja, grabbing 3 wickets for 7 runs and applying crucial middle-over pressure.
In response, Jinja SS looked steady but couldn’t find the late-innings momentum. Despite Mary Namiiro’s patient 16 and a resilient 16* from Rashidah Tikabula, the hosts were pegged back by smart bowling changes and tight fielding. At the end of the innings, Jinja SS could only muster 3 runs, finishing on 77/6.
Player of the Match: Lorna Anyait – 17 & 3/6, top all-round performance
Florida Oval – Mukono Development vs JACC (Morning Game)
JACC: 47/3 (12 overs) | Mukono Development: 39/6 (12 overs)
Result: Mukono Development won by 8 runs
Mukono Development opted to bowl first in the shortened 12-over morning fixture. JACC’s openers, Resty Nalumansi (19) and Namubiru Fausta (17), laid a calm platform. Despite a lack of boundaries, their 47/3 total was aided by extras and sharp running between the wickets.
In reply, JACC’s bowlers kept things tight. Prudence Lamara laboured for a 28-ball stay before being run out for 5, and Ruth Mwanga’s 14 wasn’t enough to shift momentum. Shatra Agenorwot and Nalumansi (1/3 apiece) turned the screws with disciplined spells, restricting JACC to 39/6 and sealing an 8-run win.
Player of the Match: Shatra Agenorwot – 1/3 in 3 overs, conomical spell and key wickets
Florida Oval – Mukono Development vs JACC (Afternoon Game)
Mukono Development: 50 all out (13.5 overs) | JACC: 52/2 (7 overs)
Result: JACC won by 8 wickets
JACC came back strongly in the afternoon to notch their first win of the season. After choosing to bowl, they bundled Mukono Development out for just 50 runs in under 14 overs. Resty Nalumansi top-scored with 14, but the highlight was Jackie Lalam’s stunning 5-wicket haul that tore through the order.
JACC’s chase was calm and composed. Lamara and Lalam anchored the innings, with additional help from extras, as they reached the target with 8 wickets in hand and 13 overs to spare.
Player of the Match: Jackie Lalam – 5/5 & 15*, real dominant display
Entebbe Oval – Tornado Bee vs Pioneer CC (Morning Game)
Tornado Bee: 105/4 (20 overs) | Pioneer CC: 15 all out (6.4 overs)
Result: Tornado Bee won by 90 runs
Tornado Bee were asked to bat first and put up a solid 105/4. Ann Nyapendi held firm with an unbeaten 34*, supported by Jackline Nakayovu’s brisk 23*. Despite using nine bowlers, Pioneer conceded 19 extras which boosted the total.
Pioneer CC never settled in reply, collapsing for just 15 runs. Nakayovu was unplayable with 4 wickets, ably supported by Patricia Agwang (3 wickets), as Tornado secured a dominant 90-run victory.
Player of the Match: Jackline Nakayovu – 4/9 & 23* off 18
Entebbe Oval – Tornado Bee vs Pioneer CC (Afternoon Game)
Tornado Bee: 81/4 (20 overs) | Pioneer CC: 82/6 (16.3 overs)
Result: Pioneer CC won by 4 wickets
Pioneer bounced back in the second match of the day. After a disciplined bowling performance that saw them restrict Tornado Bee to 81/4, Kevin Mukite and Florence Kaijuka were key with the ball, alongside two pivotal run-outs that stalled momentum. Nyapendi (23) and Hope Wanichan (18*) were the top scorers for the Bees.
In the chase, Humairah Nakimbugwe (13 off 13) gave Pioneer a quick start, while Barbra Nanyanzi played the anchor role with a match-winning 26*. They reached the target in the 17th over to seal their first win of the campaign.
Player of the Match: Barbra Nanyanzi – 26 off 25, calm unbeaten innings under pressure
Lugogo Oval – Soroti City CC vs Wanderers CC (Morning Game)
Wanderers CC: 93/3 (20 overs) | Soroti City CC: 94/1 (11.5 overs)
Result: Soroti City CC won by 9 wickets
In a rematch of last season’s semifinal, Soroti City once again outclassed Wanderers. Naome Kayondo Bagenda’s unbeaten 57 guided Wanderers to 93/3, but tight spells from Mitchelle Ariago (1/14) and Christine Anayo (1/26) kept them in check.
Soroti’s chase was clinical. Jimia Abdallah Muhammed (43*) and Patricia Timong (19) put together a solid opening partnership, before Racheal Achan (17*) joined in to complete the job with more than 8 overs to spare.
Player of the Match: Jimia Abdallah Muhammed – 43* & 1 run out, an anchor role in the chase
Lugogo Oval – Soroti City CC vs Wanderers CC (Afternoon Game)
Soroti City CC: 117/6 (20 overs) | Wanderers CC: 62 all out (16.4 overs)
Result: Soroti City CC won by 55 runs
Soroti completed a commanding double with another strong performance. Batting first, they posted 117/6, thanks to Patricia Apolot’s fluent 40 off 38 balls. Naume Amongin Jane (18 off 26) and Ariago (10 off 12) chipped in, while Wanderers' bowlers Anume (2/9) and Mutoni (2/33) offered resistance.
Wanderers’ chase faltered from the outset. Only Mutoni (20 off 22) and Naome Mbwali (15) showed grit. Apolot’s brilliant 3/10 and Timong’s 3/6 dismantled the rest, sealing a dominant 55-run win.
Player of the Match: Patricia Apolot – 40 runs and 3 wickets in a complete performance
Standings Snapshot (After Matchday 2)
Group A
- Soroti City – 8 pts (4 matches)
- Tornado Bee – 6 pts (4 matches)
- Wanderers – 4 pts (4 matches)
Group B
- Olila CC – 12 pts (6 matches)
- Mukono Development – 6 pts (4 matches)
- Jinja SS – 4 points (4 matches)
Notable Performances – Matchday 2
Batting Highlights:
- Naome Kayondo Bagenda (Wanderers) – 57* off 55, elegant anchor innings
• Jimia Abdallah Muhammed (Soroti City) – 43* off 35, clinical chase controller
• Patricia Apolot (Soroti City) – 40 off 38, fluent top-order knock
• Ann Nyapendi (Tornado Bees) – 34* off 39 & 23 in twin knocks, consistent contributor
• Barbra Nanyanzi (Pioneer CC) – 26* off 29, composed match-winning stand
Bowling Highlights:
- Jackie Lalam (JACC) – 5 wickets for 5 runs, ruthless game-winner
- Jackline Nakayovu (Tornado Bees) – 4 wickets & 23* in all-round display
- Patricia Apolot (Soroti City) – 3/10, capped brilliant day with the ball
- Patricia Timong (Soroti City) – 3/6, demolition job in second match
- Ruth Mary Tumwebaze (Jinja SS) – 3 wickets, tight spell under pressure
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