The Cricket Uganda Men’s 50-Over League returns this weekend with Matchday Three fixtures scheduled for 14th and 15th March, as clubs across Gold, Silver, and Bronze categories continue shaping their early-season campaigns.
With some sides chasing redemption after mixed starts and others aiming to build early momentum, the upcoming round promises intriguing contests across the country.
SATURDAY – 14th MARCH 2026
Wanderers vs Nile – Lugogo Cricket Oval (Silver Category)
Two ambitious Silver sides collide at Lugogo as Wanderers take on Nile in a clash that could define early-season standings.
Relegated Wanderers are navigating a rebuilding phase after a major squad overhaul, relying on a youthful core eager to stabilize the campaign.
Nile, meanwhile, remain focused on promotion after narrowly missing out last year.
Their core squad has maintained consistency, highlighted by Chris Yusuf Namuhoranye’s century on Matchday One, which earned him Player of the Match honors.
Wanderers, whose first game was abandoned due to rain, will be keen to finally take the field and make an impact.
This encounter pits Wanderers’ rebuilding ambition against Nile’s promotion push, with both sides eyeing crucial early points.
SUNDAY – 15th MARCH 2026
Mukono Warriors vs Tornado Bees – Lugogo Cricket Oval (Gold Category)
One of the weekend’s headline fixtures sees newly promoted Mukono Warriors take on Tornado Bees in a Gold Category encounter.
Mukono blend experienced campaigners with emerging talent as they look to establish themselves in Division One. Tornado Bees, fresh off a Matchday One win against Ceylon Lions, remain unpredictable, relying on aggressive batting and attacking cricket.
Cosmas Kyewuta will be unavailable for the game due to national team duties, while Kenyan international Morris Auma Omollo is available for selection.
Aboojo vs Rounders – Entebbe Cricket Oval (Gold Category)
At Entebbe, Aboojo take on Rounders in another intriguing Gold Category clash.
Rounders have long been a strong contender in Uganda’s domestic scene, thanks to a balanced squad and disciplined bowling attack, particularly in controlling the middle overs.
This weekend, Rounders will be without five players who moved to other clubs: Steven Wabwose (Kutchi Tigers), Jonathan Nyiiro (JACC), Siraje Nsubuga(GM Sugar), Tembo Arnold Zubairi and Brian Mark Masaba (Centurions), and Kunsa Cyrus is unavailable on Cricket Uganda development duty in the north.
They do, however, welcome back Richard Sohera from JACC, Paul Mulongo (JACC), and Emmanuel Sebowa (Nile Cricket Club).
Despite the changes, the core squad remains intact, having trained at Kinetic ahead of the new season.
Aboojo, meanwhile, will be eager to challenge one of the more established Gold sides.
A win would boost their confidence and early-season standing.
Last season, the teams split results: Aboojo won the first meeting by 72 runs, while Rounders avenged it with a three-wicket win in the return fixture.
Aboojo will be without Pascal Murungi (suspension), and Mathew Musinguzi and Joseph Baguma have joined Ceylon.
The side gains fresh talent from Entale schools promoted to Aboojo, along with Paul Mulongo from JACC.
Centurion vs Jinja SSS – Jinja SSS Cricket Oval (Bronze A Category)
In Bronze A, Centurion travel to face Jinja Secondary School.
Centurion, formerly Budo CC, are building on an opening day win over Mukono Development, while Jinja SSS continue their strong developmental focus, topping Group A with four points from forfeited matches.
This clash could be decided by Centurion’s experience versus Jinja’s youthful energy.
Kutchi Tigers vs Ceylon Lions – Serenity Oval, Kamengo (Gold Category)
At Serenity Oval, last season’s champions Kutchi Tigers host Ceylon Lions in a heavyweight Gold Category clash.
Kutchi aim to start strong after winning the Division One title in 2024, while Ceylon Lions look to bounce back from a Matchday One defeat.
Key player changes include the debut of Steven Wabwose for Kutchi and the absence of Cyrus Kakuru on national duty.
Expect a fiercely competitive matchup between two of Uganda’s top domestic sides.
Tornado CC vs Mukono Development – Florida Cricket Oval (Bronze A Category)
Tornado take on Mukono Development in Bronze A action.
Both sides seek momentum, with Tornado making their first appearance this weekend and Mukono Development looking to recover after two opening-day losses.
This fixture offers a vital opportunity for points and confidence in a tightly contested group.
Kutchi Tigers B vs St. John’s Mukono – GM Sugar Oval (Silver Category)
In Silver Category action, Kutchi Tigers B face St. John’s Mukono.
Both clubs were founded last year, with Kutchi reaching the Division Two eliminator before losing to Mukono Warriors.
St. John’s aim to bounce back after a loss to Nile on Matchday One, setting up an intriguing battle between structured club depth and youthful school ambition.
FINAL WORD
As the Cricket Uganda Men’s 50-Over League moves into its third round, early-season narratives continue to take shape.
Promotion hopefuls seek consistency, rebuilding sides chase stability, and emerging teams aim to prove they belong.
While the season is still young, performances this weekend could begin shaping momentum across Gold, Silver, and Bronze divisions.
The race for supremacy in Uganda’s premier 50-over competition remains wide open, with several storylines set to unfold.