2025 Lyca Women’s T20 League
July 1, 2025 – Matchday Five of the 2025 Lyca Women’s T20 League delivered high drama and dominant displays across both venues. At Jinja Oval, Jinja SS completed a double over Mukono Development, while Soroti City CC extended their unbeaten streak with back-to-back wins against Tornado Bee at Florida Oval to tighten their hold atop Group A.
Jinja Oval – Jinja SS vs Mukono Development (Morning Game)
Jinja SS: 108/5 (20 overs) | Mukono Development: 89/7 (20 overs)
Result: Jinja SS won by 19 runs
Jinja SS were asked to bat first, posting a modest yet defendable 108/5. Captain Tahia Nassuuna anchored the innings with a composed 37 off 48 balls, supported by Mary Namiiro’s brisk 28 off 28. Extras (24) proved crucial in pushing the total past 100.
Mukono’s chase was stifled early, with their top order crumbling under disciplined bowling and sharp fielding. Despite late resistance from Martha Muhindo (24*) and Resty Nalumansi (18), Jinja SS held firm, led by tight spells from Nassuuna and Mariam Biribawa alongside a crucial run-out to seal victory.
Player of the Match: Tahia Nassuuna – 37 runs & 1/8 in 2 overs
Jinja Oval – Jinja SS vs Mukono Development (Afternoon Game)
Jinja SS: 139/3 (20 overs) | Mukono Development: 62/7 (20 overs)
Result: Jinja SS won by 77 runs
In the afternoon clash, Jinja SS asserted dominance with a commanding total of 139/3. Returning opener Stephanie Nampiina anchored with 32 off 33, while Mary Namiiro starred again with an unbeaten 40. Elizabeth Achieng’s quick 25* and 27 extras boosted the innings further.
Mukono’s reply faltered under early pressure. The run-out of Martha Muhindo (6) and LBW dismissal of Resty Nalumansi (9) set the tone for a collapse. Jinja SS’s bowling attack—led by Mariam Biribawa, Nampiina, and Juliet Nali —sealed a comprehensive 77-run victory.
Player of the Match: Mary Namiiro – 40* & 1/4 in 2 overs
Florida Oval – Soroti City CC vs Tornado Bee (Morning Game)
Soroti City CC: 113/5 (20 overs) | Tornado Bee: 79/7 (20 overs)
Result: Soroti City CC won by 34 runs
Opting to bat first, Soroti City posted a competitive 113/5. Proscovia Alako anchored the innings with an unbeaten 41, supported by a brisk 31 from Jimia Abdallah Muhammed. Contributions from Rachael Achan (13) and 20 extras, ensured scoreboard pressure.
Tornado Bee’s chase struggled despite Ann Nyapendi’s 22. Wickets fell at regular intervals as Kevin Amuge (2/13), Patricia Apolot (2/15), and Sarah Tino (2/9) delivered tight spells to seal a professional 34-run win.
Player of the Match: Proscovia Alako – 41* at the top of the order
Florida Oval – Soroti City CC vs Tornado Bee (Afternoon Game)
Tornado Bee: 29 all out (15.3 overs) | Soroti City CC: 31/2 (4.2 overs)
Result: Soroti City CC won by 8 wickets
Tornado Bee’s decision to bat first backfired as they were skittled out for just 29 runs. Soroti’s bowlers dominated, with Kevin Amuge (4/20), Christine Anayo (3/14), and Patricia Apolot (2/10) sharing the wickets in a ruthless display.
Soroti chased down the target comfortably, finishing at 31/2 in just 4.2 overs to wrap up an emphatic double win and reaffirm their top-tier credentials in Group A.
?️ Player of the Match: Kevin Amuge – 4 wickets & match-defining opening burst
Standings Snapshot (After Matchday Five)
Group A
- Soroti City – 16 pts (8 matches)
- Wanderers – 6 pts (6 matches)
- Tornado Bee – 6 pts (6 matches)
Group B
- Olila CC – 16 pts (8 matches)
- Jinja SS – 8 pts (6 matches)
- Mukono Development – 6 pts (8 matches)
Notable Performances – Matchday Five
Batting Highlights:
- Proscovia Alako (Soroti City) – 41* off 42, composed anchor
- Mary Namiiro (Jinja SS) – 40* & 28 in twin matches
- Stephanie Nampiina (Jinja SS) – 32 off 33 on return
- Jimia Abdallah Muhammed (Soroti City) – 31 off 25, quickfire
Bowling Highlights:
- Kevin Amuge (Soroti City) – 4/20 & 2/13, match-winning spells
- Christine Anayo (Soroti City) – 3/14, kept pressure tight
- Tino Sarah (Soroti City) – 2/9 & 1/10 across both games
- Mariam Biribawa (Jinja SS) – tidy spells & crucial wickets
- Tahia Nassuuna (Jinja SS) – 37 runs & crucial overs in morning win
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