Day Three of the Sabula T20 Cricket Challenge 2026 League at the Florida Cricket oval produced dramatic twists, including the first instance in the tournament where both teams batting first ended up on the losing side.
Ssenyi Warriors vs Kitamba Sunrisers – Morning Game
Toss: Ssenyi Warriors won the toss and elected to bat
Ssenyi Warriors: 68/10 in 13.2 overs
Kitamba Sunrisers: 69/5 in 8.1 overs
Result: Kitamba Sunrisers won by 5 wickets
In a historic first for this year’s competition, the side batting first suffered defeat as Kitamba Sunrisers chased down Ssenyi Warriors’ total with confidence.
After opting to bat, Ssenyi Warriors struggled to build lasting partnerships and were bowled out for 68 in 13.2 overs.
Jaffer Ochaya (9) and Jackson Asiku (9) made brief contributions, while Abdul Wahid added 9 off 16 balls, but regular wickets halted any momentum.
Hamid Munyigwa starred with the ball for the Sunrisers, claiming an impressive 3 wickets for just 6 runs in his two overs.
He was well supported by Raymond Kagera (3/16), Abdulaziz Tandia (2/6), and Jovan Komagom (2/11) as the Warriors’ innings folded under disciplined bowling.
Chasing 69, the Sunrisers approached the target positively.
Hamid Munyigwa capped a fine all-round display with 23 off 15 balls, striking three fours and a six.
Amos Ahura anchored the chase with an unbeaten 16 off 9 balls, while Robert Owili chipped in with a quick 12 off 7 deliveries.
Despite a brief wobble that saw five wickets fall, the Sunrisers reached 69/5 in just 8.1 overs to secure a five-wicket victory and two crucial points.
Player of the Match: Hamid Munyigwa
Kachanga Giants vs Nsonga Royals – Afternoon Game
Toss: Kachanga Giants won the toss and elected to bat
Kachanga Giants: 100/9 in 20.0 overs
Nsonga Royals: 101/1 in 11.1 overs
Result: Nsonga Royals won by 9 wickets
The afternoon fixture saw a commanding performance from Nsonga Royals, who brushed aside Kachanga Giants with a dominant nine-wicket victory.
Batting first, the Giants posted 100/9 in their allotted 20 overs.
Ali Balidawa top-scored with 37 off 37 balls, while Paul Mulongo contributed 23 off 22 deliveries.
However, consistent breakthroughs prevented the Giants from accelerating late in the innings.
Mahad Ssekito delivered a match-winning spell, picking up 4 wickets for just 15 runs in four overs.
Edwin Nuwagaba (2/15) and Ethan Mitali (2/15) also played key roles in restricting the total.
In response, the Royals made light work of the chase.
Edwin Nuwagaba led from the front with a fluent unbeaten 56 off 37 balls, striking five fours and three sixes.
Mahad Ssekito followed up his bowling heroics with 18, while Abdul Shakur Doka sealed the victory as the Royals raced to 101/1 in just 11.1 overs.
The comprehensive win earned Nsonga Royals two valuable points while handing the Giants a tough defeat.
Player of the Match: Mahad Ssekito
Conclusion
It was a day of shifting momentum in Buikwe, highlighted by the tournament’s first successful chase against a team that batted first and a dominant all-round display from Nsonga Royals.
With the league stage heating up, every result continues to shape the race for supremacy at the Florida Cricket oval
Upcoming Fixtures
Morning: Kiyindi Blasters Vs Ssenyi Warriors
Afternoon: Katosi Strikers Vs Kachanga Giants