Matchday Two of the Mukono T20 Cup brought weather interruptions, high-pressure spells, and commanding displays.
From Buvuma Sailors’ disciplined defence in a rain-reduced thriller to Buikwe Gladiators’ ruthless victory over the struggling Kayunga Titans, the tournament continued its blend of skill, tension, and storylines that are beginning to shape the early table.
Lugazi Trekkers remain top of the table with 3 points from one match, while Kayunga Titans—despite boasting 2022 U19 World Cup stars Pascal Murungi and Brian Asaba—have played two and lost two, leaving them anchored at the bottom of the standings.
Buvuma Sailors vs Mukono Development – Morning Game
Toss: Buvuma Sailors won the toss and elected to bat
Buvuma Sailors: 117/2 in 12 overs
Mukono Development: 98/6 in 12 overs
Result: Buvuma Sailors won by 19 Runs
Rain forced the match into a tense 12-over shootout, but Buvuma Sailors thrived under pressure.
Simon Ssesazi launched the innings with a commanding 39 off 25, taking the score to 65/1, before Calvin Watuwa exploded with 37 off just 15 balls, striking four sixes and lifting the total to 104/2.
Contributions from Jonathan Nyenya (17 off 27), Robert Ajuna (12 off 5), and 12 extras carried the Sailors to a strong 117/2.
Mukono Development faltered early at 3/1, but recovered through Perry Wazombe (31 off 24) and Robert Owili (38 off 28) to reach 67/2.
Their chase unravelled when the Sailors’ bowlers tightened control.
Calvin Watuwa delivered a match-winning spell of 3/14, supported by Simon Ssesazi’s economical 1/11.
The middle order collapsed from 78/3 to 94/6, and Mukono finished on 98/6, short by 19.
Player of the Match: Calvin Watuwa (37 runs 15 balls, 2 fours, 4 sixes, SR 246.67 2 overs, 14 runs, 3 wickets, Econ 7.00)
Buikwe Gladiators vs Kayunga Titans – Afternoon Game
Toss: Buikwe Gladiators won the toss and elected to bat
Buikwe Gladiators: 126/10 in 17.1 overs
Kayunga Titans: 86/10 in 14.2 overs
Result: Buikwe Gladiators won by 40 Runs
Buikwe’s innings began with fireworks and collapse.
Cyrus Kakuru’s 14 off 7 gave them early spark, but Emmanuel Okwalinga destroyed the top order with a superb 4/15, leaving the Gladiators reeling at 19/3.
Steady rebuilding came through Kasim Adam (16), Ronald Lutaaya (11), and Siraje Nsubuga (5), before a crucial partnership from Musa Majid (30 off 29) and Nsubuga Akram (15 off 9) lifted them to 126 all out, helped significantly by 21 extras.
The Titans began well at 38/0, with Brain Lwanga (21 off 14) and Fortunate Alijuna (14 off 12) showing intent.
But Buikwe’s breakthrough came through Ronald Lutaaya, whose devastating spell of 4/22 ripped through the top order.
Despite Pascal Murungi’s 25 off 18, the Titans collapsed from 75/5 to 86 all out, undone by tight spells from Akram Nsubuga (2/7) and Kasim Adam (2/16).
Player of the Match: Lutaaya Ronald (4 overs, 22 runs, 4 wickets, Econ 5.50)
Summary
Matchday Two showcased both resilience and dominance.
The Buvuma Sailors adapted superbly to rain-shortened conditions, while the Buikwe Gladiators delivered a controlled, all-round performance that deepened the crisis for the Kayunga Titans.
With Lugazi Trekkers leading the table and Titans winless after two games, the tournament narrative is heating up—full of standout spells, explosive batting, and teams fighting to establish early momentum in the Mukono T20 Cup.
The action continues tomorrow with an exciting lineup of fixtures: in the morning, Buvuma Sailors will take on Mukono Development, followed in the afternoon by a thrilling clash between Buikwe Gladiators and Kayunga Titans.