The MAXX T20 Challenge Cup returned to Entebbe on day six with thrilling contests. In a rain-shortened morning clash, the Titans narrowly edged out the Royals to secure their second consecutive win.
Later in the afternoon, the Strikers staged a comeback to claim a tense victory over the Warriors, climbing from last to fourth place and returning to winning ways after their last triumph on day one of the tournament.
Royals vs Titans – Morning Game
Toss: Royals won the toss and elected to bat
Royals: 91/4 in 15 overs
Titans: 95/6 in 14.5 overs
Result: Titans won by 4 Wickets
A morning downpour delayed proceedings in Entebbe, forcing the MAXX T20 Challenge Cup match between the Royals and Titans to be reduced to 15 overs per side.
The Royals, opting to bat first, struggled to find rhythm early—managing just 26/2 after five overs.
Jonathan Nyiiro’s lively 29* and Richard Sohera’s steady 23 helped them recover to 91/4, but it remained a total that felt slightly below par on a drying surface.
The Titans’ chase began with intent as Amos Ahura struck a vital 27, giving his side a solid platform.
Yet the innings was far from smooth; wickets at key moments kept dragging the Royals back into the contest, and the Titans found themselves needing 7 off the final over.
With part-timer Perry Wazombe handed the ball, the pressure peaked.
He conceded two off the first delivery, held his nerve for a dot on the second, and on the third Siraje Nsubuga was run out, adding fresh tension.
But Titans skipper Fred Achelam stepped in with a captain’s finish.
On the penultimate ball of the match, he launched a towering six to seal victory with one delivery to spare, completing a composed and timely chase.
The standout performer of the day was Siraje Nsubuga, whose two early wickets and sharp involvement in the field earned him the Player of the Match honor.
His breakthroughs up front shaped the contest and kept the Titans firmly in control throughout key moments.
Player of the Match: Siraje Nsubuga
10 off 7, 2 wickets
Strikers vs Warriors – Afternoon Game
Toss: Warriors won the toss and elected to bowl
Strikers: 127/6 in 20 overs
Warriors: 120/9 in 20 overs
Result: Strikers won by 7 runs
The afternoon conditions at the Entebbe Cricket Ground had improved significantly, allowing the MAXX T20 Challenge Cup fixture between the Strikers and Warriors to start on time with the full quota of overs available.
Asked to bat first, the Strikers lost Robinson Obuya early, but the innings was revived through a superb second-wicket partnership worth 80 runs between Hassan Bagaga and Robert Ajuna.
Ajuna anchored the innings with a crucial 60 off 58 balls, while Bagaga contributed a steady 27.
Despite a mini-collapse in the final overs, the Strikers reached 127/6, aided by 16 extras conceded by the Warriors.
The Warriors’ chase began cautiously, reaching 45/2 after 10 overs after losing both Ronald Lutaaya and Baguma Joseph early.
A vital third-wicket stand between Ronald Lutaaya and Steven Wabwose added 50 runs and brought the Warriors back into contention.
Wabwose’s aggressive 37 off 23 balls injected much-needed momentum into the innings.
Heading into the final over, the Warriors required 11 runs with three wickets in hand. Strikers’ bowler Yunus Sowobi held the responsibility of closing out the match.
His over proved decisive: Robert Owili fell first, tightening the pressure, and moments later Hassan Kizito was bowled immediately upon arrival.
With the Warriors unable to find the boundary they desperately needed, the Strikers held their nerve to secure a 7-run victory.
The result lifts the Strikers off the bottom of the table into fourth place, while the Warriors suffer their third consecutive defeat after winning their opening match of the tournament.
Player of the Match: Robert Ajuna
Performance: 60 (58)
Summary:
The MAXX T20 Challenge saw Titans edge Royals in a rain-shortened thriller, while Strikers bounced back to beat Warriors by 7 runs.
Siraje Nsubuga and Robert Ajuna starred with ball and bat.
Tomorrow, Blasters face Titans in the morning, followed by Gladiators taking on Warriors in the afternoon, promising more high-stakes action.
Tournament Highlights After Six Days
• Leading run-scorer: Simon Ssesazi – 186 runs (including tournament-high score of 90)
• Leading wicket-taker: Baguma Joseph – 13 wickets
Across twelve matches, players have combined for 2,877 runs, 176 wickets, 184 fours, and 58 sixes, highlighting the perfect blend of attacking stroke play and disciplined bowling that has defined the series.
The tournament has also produced 24 ducks, 8 maidens, 2 four-wicket hauls, 3 five-wicket hauls, and a hat-trick, underscoring the intensity and quality on display.
• Highest team total: Blasters – 170/8
• Lowest team total: Strikers – 82 all out
• Highest individual score: Simon Ssesazi – 90
• Best bowling figures: Aziz Abdul Tandia – 5/4
Tomorrow’s action begins in the morning with Blasters vs Titans, followed by an afternoon clash between Gladiators vs Warriors.
Points Table
| Position | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | Net Run Rate |
| 1 | Blasters | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 1.4534 |
| 2 | Gladiators | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 0.326 |
| 3 | Titans | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.6315 |
| 4 | Strikers | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -0.7146 |
| 5 | Warriors | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -0.0458 |
| 6 | Royals | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -0.4296 |