The CU Women’s T20 National League Division Two continued with another day of action at Lugogo Cricket Oval, where JACC completed a double over Pioneer CC to move four points clear at the top of the standings.
JACC registered two convincing victories, winning the morning fixture by 85 runs before sealing a 119-run triumph in the afternoon to strengthen their position in the title race.
Morning Fixture – JACC vs Pioneer CC (Lugogo Cricket Oval)
Result: JACC 159/4 beat Pioneer CC 74/8 by 85 runs
JACC won the toss and elected to bat first, posting a competitive 159 for 4 in their 20 overs against Pioneer CC.
Rita Musamali top-scored with an unbeaten 92 off 59 balls, including 11 fours and one six, while Kevin Awino contributed 39 off 31 deliveries.
Suzan Kakai added 11 as JACC built a strong total.
Peninah Natabo picked up two wickets for Pioneer CC, while Hasfah Naula and Florence Kaijuka claimed one wicket each.
In reply, Pioneer CC struggled against a disciplined JACC bowling attack and managed 74 for 8 in their 20 overs.
Kevin Mukite top-scored with 13 off 25 balls, while Given Bridget Nankabirwa made 12. Abigail Happy Bulamu added 7 as Pioneer CC failed to build meaningful partnerships.
Rita Musamali led the JACC bowling attack with three wickets for four runs from three overs, while Jackie Lalam and Briana Natukunda claimed two wickets each.
Lydia Mirembe and Iracha Patricia also picked up two wickets apiece as JACC kept Pioneer CC under constant pressure to secure a comprehensive 85-run victory.
Player of the Match: Rita Musamali
Afternoon Fixture – JACC vs Pioneer CC (Lugogo Cricket Oval)
Result: JACC 175/1 beat Pioneer CC 56/7 by 119 runs
JACC completed a double over Pioneer CC with a commanding 119-run victory in the afternoon fixture at Lugogo Cricket Oval, moving four points clear at the top of the CU Women’s T20 National League Division Two standings.
After winning the toss, Pioneer CC elected to bowl first, but JACC posted an imposing 175 for 1 in their 20 overs.
Rita Musamali top-scored with an unbeaten 79 off 48 balls, including 12 fours, while Kevin Awino remained unbeaten on 64 off 59 deliveries, hitting five fours.
The pair put together an unbeaten partnership after the early dismissal of Kevin Namata for 2, with JACC finishing strongly on 175.
Florence Kaijuka was the only Pioneer CC bowler to claim a wicket.
In reply, Pioneer CC struggled against a disciplined JACC bowling attack and managed just 56 for 7 in their 20 overs.
Abigail Happy Bulamu and Summayah Tumusiime top-scored with 9 runs each, while Florence Kaijuka remained unbeaten on 7.
Pioneer CC lost wickets regularly and were unable to mount a serious challenge against the target.
Rita Musamali and Patricia Iracha picked up two wickets each, while Patricia Mukanza, Lalam Jackie and Lydia Mirembe claimed one wicket apiece as JACC secured a comprehensive 119-run victory.
Player of the Match: Rita Musamali
JACC Strengthen Their Title Bid
The double victory takes JACC to 12 points, four ahead of second-placed Africa Cricket Club (ACC), who have eight points. JACC have only one fixture remaining against Nile CC as they look to finish their Division Two campaign at the top of the standings.
The day also attracted family members and cricket personalities who turned up to support the players.
ICC umpire Patrick Makumbi Musoke and his wife, former Victoria Pearls wicketkeeper-batter Mary Nanderenga, watched their daughter Given Bridget Nankabirwa, who plays as a wicketkeeper for Pioneer CC.
Former Victoria Pearls player Sherrypearl Kutaaka was also in attendance to watch Angel Peace Kisaakye alongside Angel’s grandmother, adding a family touch to the day’s action.