Matchday Day 13 Results
Kitamba Sunrisers vs Nsonga Royals – Morning Game
Kitamba Sunrisers: 135/3 in 14.0 overs
Nsonga Royals: 86/7 in 14.0 overs
Result: Kitamba Sunrisers won by 49 runs
Kiyindi Blasters vs Katosi Strikers – Afternoon Game
Kiyindi Blasters: 83/10 in 17.2 overs
Katosi Strikers: 79/10 in 16.0 overs
Result: Kiyindi Blasters won by 4 runs
Kiyindi Blasters pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the Sabula T20 Cricket Challenge, edging table leaders Katosi Strikers by four runs in a tense low-scoring contest at the Florida Cricket Ground.
Coming into the match rooted at the bottom of the table, the Blasters produced a spirited performance to defend a modest total and halt the momentum of the tournament’s most dominant side.
The victory was particularly significant for Kiyindi, who had lost all their previous six matches. Their breakthrough win also handed Katosi Strikers only their second defeat of the tournament.
After winning the toss and choosing to bat, Kiyindi Blasters struggled to build meaningful partnerships and were eventually bowled out for 83 in 17.2 overs.
Martin Bwogi top-scored with a fighting 23 off 20 balls, striking three fours and a six to give his side something to defend. Yahaya Makomeri contributed 9, while Loykeen Bamuturaki chipped in with a quick 8.
Katosi Strikers’ bowlers kept things tight, with Steven Othieno leading the attack with impressive figures of 4 for 18.
Tom Adupu and Eric Mukisa supported well, picking up two wickets each to keep the Blasters to a manageable total.
In reply, Katosi Strikers appeared to be in control early on, with Eric Mukisa scoring a brisk 30 off 21 balls.
However, the chase quickly unraveled once wickets began to fall.
Martin Bwogi then turned the match on its head with a sensational spell, claiming 5 wickets for just 7 runs in 3.5 overs to rip through the Strikers’ middle and lower order.
He was well supported by Andrew Hajuguju, who delivered a disciplined spell of 2 for 12 in four overs as Kiyindi bowled out the table leaders for 79 in 16 overs.
The result marked a memorable moment for Kiyindi Blasters as they not only secured their first win of the campaign but also toppled the competition’s top-ranked side in a thrilling encounter.
Martin Bwogi was named the Player of the Match
Earlier in the day, Kitamba Sunrisers produced a dominant display to defeat Nsonga Royals by 49 runs in a high-scoring 14-over contest at the Florida Cricket Oval.
After winning the toss and electing to bat, the Sunrisers were powered by a sensational innings from Robert Owili, who smashed an unbeaten 104 off 55 balls.
His magnificent knock included eight fours and eight sixes at a blistering strike rate of 189.09, anchoring the innings almost single-handedly.
Owili received brief support from captain Hamid Munigwa, who scored 19 off 18 balls, while London Muhanguzi added 3.
The Sunrisers eventually posted a strong total of 135/3 in their 14 overs, setting a daunting target for the Royals.
In response, Nsonga Royals struggled to keep pace with the required run rate despite a fighting 44 off 35 balls from captain Peter Ocen, who struck one four and three sixes.
Kitamba Sunrisers’ bowlers maintained control throughout the chase.
London Muhanguzi delivered an excellent spell of 3 for 8 in three overs, while Kenneth Ogenrwot chipped in with two early wickets to derail the Royals’ innings.
Nsonga Royals eventually finished on 86/7 in their allotted overs, falling well short of the target as Kitamba Sunrisers secured a comfortable victory.
Upcoming Fixtures (19th March 2026)
Morning: Katosi Strikers Vs Nsonga Royals
Afternoon: Ssenyi Warriors Vs Kachanga Giants