Entebbe, Uganda | May 27, 2026
Emerging XI delivered a ruthless all-round performance to register a commanding 244-run victory over Rwanda U19 in the High Performance Cup 2026 at the Entebbe Cricket Ground.
A brilliant batting display led by Player of the Match Robert Ajuna, followed by a clinical bowling effort, saw Emerging XI completely dominate the contest and secure an emphatic win.
Match Summary
Uganda Emerging XI: 301 all out in 46.3 overs
Rwanda U19: 57 all out in 27.4 overs
Result: Emerging XI won by 244 runs
Player of the Match: Robert Ajuna
Next Fixture: Uganda U19 vs Uganda Emerging XI
Uganda Emerging XI won the toss and elected to bat first, making a positive start despite losing Perry Wazombe early for a duck.
Cyrus Kakuru provided early momentum with an aggressive 31 off 24 deliveries, while Amos Ahura added 24. The innings was then anchored superbly by Robert Ajuna, who produced a magnificent 94 off 99 balls, striking 15 boundaries in a composed and authoritative knock.
Captain Nuwagaba Edwin contributed 18, while Fortunate Alijuna accelerated late in the innings with an unbeaten 45 off just 33 balls. Johnathan Nyiiro also chipped in with 19 as Emerging XI posted a formidable total of 301 in 46.3 overs.
For Rwanda U19, Patrick Iradukunda was the standout bowler with 4 wickets for 44 runs, while Elise Gihozo picked up 3 wickets. Jules Mugisha and Mugisha Izere Bruce claimed one wicket each.
In reply, Rwanda U19 struggled against a disciplined and relentless Emerging XI bowling attack that consistently applied pressure from both ends.
Fabrice Kwizera scored 7 at the top, while Onesme Kwizera added 10 and Izere Bruce Mugisha remained unbeaten on 13. However, no meaningful partnerships developed as wickets continued to tumble regularly.
Captain Nuwagaba Edwin led the bowling effort brilliantly with figures of 4 wickets for 14 runs in 9 overs. He was well supported by Pius Oloka and Johnathan Nyiiro, who picked up 2 wickets each, while Fortunate Alijuna added one wicket.
Rwanda U19 were eventually bowled out for 57 in 27.4 overs, handing Emerging XI a dominant 244-run victory.
Emerging XI Head Coach Roger Mukasa praised his side’s intensity and discipline after the emphatic performance, saying:
I am very impressed with the way the boys approached the game today. From the batting to the bowling, the attitude was ruthless and professional.
Robert Ajuna set the tone brilliantly with the bat, and the bowlers followed through with great discipline and energy. This is the kind of mentality we want to build as a team going forward.
Rwanda U19 continued to show resilience despite the defeat as they look to gain valuable experience and improve throughout the tournament.
The victory further strengthens Uganda Emerging XI’s position in the High Performance Cup 2026 as the side continues to showcase its depth, talent, and dominance.
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