Result for the Match
Uganda vs USA
Toss: USA won the toss and elected to bowl
Uganda: 101/5 (20 overs)
USA: 90/10 (19 overs)
Result: Uganda won by 11 runs
Player of Match: Immaculate Nakisuuyi
Uganda capped off a perfect campaign in the Women’s Easter T20 Cup with a hard-fought 11-run victory over USA, sealing the title in emphatic fashion at Entebbe Cricket Ground.
The hosts combined composure with discipline to underline their dominance, finishing the tournament unbeaten and firmly in control from start to finish.
Put in to bat, Uganda posted a competitive 101/5 in their 20 overs, anchored by captain Janet Mbabazi’s composed 31 off 36 balls.
Rita Musamali added an unbeaten 21, while Esther Iloku chipped in with 14 to stabilize the innings.
A late surge from Malisa Ariokot, who blasted 13 off just five deliveries, lifted Uganda past the 100-run mark and gave the bowlers something to defend.
USA’s response never truly took off.
Despite brief resistance from Isani Mahesh Vaghela (19) and Sainavi Kambalapalli (18), they were bowled out for 90 in 19 overs.
Immaculate Nakisuuyi starred with the ball, claiming four wickets in a match-winning spell to earn Player of the Match honors. Irene Mutonyi provided excellent support with three wickets, while Consylate Aweko Nimungu and Mbabazi ensured constant pressure with disciplined spells.
Uganda’s sharp fielding and relentless accuracy meant USA could never build the partnerships required to chase down the target.
The victory sealed a dominant and consistent campaign for Uganda, who finished unbeaten with 13 points from seven matches winning six and having one match abandoned.
Uganda’s Results – Women’s Easter T20 Cup 2026:
- Beat USA by 1 run (103/5 vs 102/8)
- Beat Uganda A by 50 runs (100/10 vs 50 all out)
- Match vs Uganda A abandoned (no result)
- Beat USA by 65 runs (124/6 vs 59 all out)
- Beat Uganda A by 39 runs (93/6 vs 54/7, 14 overs)
- Beat Uganda A by 37 runs (115/5 vs 78 all out)
- Beat USA by 11 runs (101/5 vs 90 all out)
Across the tournament, Uganda showcased remarkable consistency with both bat and ball. Their ability to defend totals, even modest ones, stood out, while the bowling unit repeatedly delivered under pressure.
Whether in tight finishes or dominant victories, Uganda maintained control and composure.
This unbeaten run not only secured the title but also highlighted the team’s growing depth, resilience, and tactical maturity firmly establishing them as the standout side of the tournament.
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Best Bowler– Aditiba Chudasama (USA)
Best Batter– Rita Musamali (Uganda)
MVP– Sarah Akiteng (Uganda)
