Day six of the Mukono T20 Cup at the Florida Cricket Ground saw the Lugazi Trekkers produce a commanding all-round display to crush the Njeru Warriors by 70 runs in the morning fixture.
The Trekkers’ clinical performance highlighted their title credentials, while the Warriors struggled to recover from an early onslaught.
Lugazi Trekkers vs Njeru Warriors – Morning Game
Toss: Lugazi Trekkers won and elected to bat
Score: Lugazi Trekkers 166/5 (20 overs); Njeru Warriors 96 all out (19 overs)
Result: Lugazi Trekkers won by 70 runs
The Trekkers set the tone with a strong top-order display.
Jaffer Ochaya anchored the innings with a composed 46 off 50 balls, providing stability amid regular wickets.
The innings, however, was defined by a breathtaking knock from Baguma Joseph, who blazed 77 off 37 balls, featuring 3 fours and 7 towering sixes, propelling Trekkers to a formidable 166/5.
Useful contributions from Amos Ahura (20 off 15) ensured steady acceleration throughout the innings.
Chasing 167, the Warriors never found their footing. Captain Peter Kadu fell on the very first ball, and despite a brief counter from Edwin Nuwagaba (26 off 14), the batting lineup collapsed.
Titus Ssembuya (3/13) led the bowling attack, supported by Ochaya and Abdulshakur Doka, leaving the Warriors all out for 96 in 19 overs.
Player of the Match: Joseph Baguma– 77 runs, key contributions with the bat and impact in the field made him the standout performer.
In the afternoon, tension gripped the Florida Cricket Ground as Mukono Development held their nerve to edge Buikwe Gladiators by just two runs, highlighting the drama and competitiveness of the Mukono T20 Cup.
Toss: Buikwe Gladiators won and elected to bowl
Score: Mukono Development 146/9 (20 overs); Buikwe Gladiators 144/9 (20 overs)
Result: Mukono Development won by 2 runs
Mukono Development came out aggressive, led by Anas Baig (39 off 18), while Perry Wazombe (35 off 42) stabilized the innings.
Wickets fell regularly, but Fahad Mutagana resurrected the innings with a blistering 41 off 18 balls, pushing the team to 146/9.
Buikwe’s bowlers, including Musa Majid (3/33) and Akram Nsubuga (2/21), along with sharp fielding, made the contest tight.
Chasing 147, Buikwe Gladiators endured a rocky start, losing both openers for ducks.
Cyrus Kakuru (53 off 37) fought back valiantly, supported by Siraje Nsubuga (27) and Majid (19), but Mukono Development’s bowlers held their nerve.
Fahad Mutagana’s 5/20 proved decisive, with Keneth Ogenrwot (4/42) maintaining pressure.
The Gladiators fell agonizingly short at 144/9, giving Mukono Development a thrilling two-run victory.
Player of the Match: Fahad Mutagana – 41 runs and 5 wickets; a match-winning all-round performance.
Mukono T20 Cup – Points Table Overview
After five rounds, the standings show a tightly contested race:
- Buvuma Sailors remain unbeaten in 3 matches, sitting atop with a perfect NRR of 2.3573.
- Lugazi Trekkers hold second with 3 wins from 4 games and an NRR of 1.6225, reflecting their explosive batting and disciplined bowling.
- Mukono Development are third, tied on points with Trekkers but with a lower NRR (0.5576), showing resilience in close contests.
- Buikwe Gladiators have 3 points from 1 win, while Njeru Warriors and Kayunga Titans struggle at the bottom with negative NRRs, battling for survival.
Upcoming Mukono T20 Cup Fixtures – Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Morning: 9:00 AM – Buikwe Gladiators vs Buvuma Sailors
Venue: Florida Ground
Buikwe Gladiators, under pressure after recent narrow defeats, face the unbeaten Buvuma Sailors, the tournament’s dominant side. Gladiators will depend on Cyrus Kakuru and Musa Majid, while Buvuma’s powerful batting and disciplined bowling make them clear favorites.
Afternoon: 2:00 PM – Mukono Development vs Lugazi Trekkers
Venue: Florida Ground
A high-stakes clash between two teams on equal points. Mukono Development ride the momentum of Fahad Mutagana’s heroics, while Lugazi Trekkers come in buoyed by a dominant 70-run win. Expect an intense, tactical battle for top two positioning and semifinal qualification.