The final group stage matches of the UG20 2025 concluded over the weekend, delivering thrilling contests, rain interruptions, and some commanding performances that confirmed the quarter-final line-up.
JACC vs Tornado CC – Jinja SS Oval
Morning Session
Tornado CC batted with intent, anchored by Conrad Lubwama’s fluent 62, but regular wickets kept them in check as they finished 119/4 in 20 overs.
JACC’s chase started steadily with Patel Abhay and Timothy Kawagunzi laying a solid foundation. Quick strikes briefly threatened Tornado, but Eddie Agaba’s composed 39 and Paul Mulongo’s blistering 29 ensured JACC reached 124/3 in 17.2 overs, winning by seven wickets.
A display of balance and confidence saw JACC clinch a crucial final group stage win.
Afternoon Session
Abandoned without a ball due to rain.
Tornado Bees vs KC Budo – Entebbe Cricket Oval
Morning Session
Abandoned due to wet outfield conditions.
Afternoon Session
Tornado Bees CC recovered from early hiccups, with David Musoke’s steady 39 and Akbar Baig’s composed 27 helping post 112/7.
KC Budo CC looked promising initially, with Robert Owili anchoring the innings at 22, but Tornado’s bowlers struck in waves.
Simon Ssesazi’s fiery spell and Aziz Tandia’s precision ripped through the middle order.
Budo were bowled out for 97, giving Tornado Bees a 15-run victory in a gritty display of bowling discipline.
Ceylon Lions vs Patidar CC – Serenity Oval, Kamengo
Morning Session
Ceylon Lions roared to a dominant total of 226/1, thanks to Hamu Kayondo’s masterful 126 and Ronald Omara’s fluent 74.
Rain shortened Patidar CC’s chase, but Srihith Hambi and Lav Shah ran through the lineup, claiming 6 and 3 wickets respectively.
Patidar fell to 59/9 under DLS rules, handing the Lions a 157-run victory in a commanding performance.
Afternoon Session
Abandoned due to weather.
Ismaili Community CC vs Jinja SS CC – Jinja SS Oval
Morning Session
Batting first, Ismaili were powered by Pervaiz Ali’s 77, posting 137/8.
Kenneth Isiiko’s three wickets offered Jinja SS some hope, but rain revised the target to 100 in 14 overs.
Junaid Khan, Ghulam Hunzai, and Nazim Punjwani dismantled the chase, restricting Jinja to 53.
Ismaili CC secured a 46-run win, combining composure and precision.
Afternoon Session
In a 15-over clash, Nazim Punjwani claimed four wickets, while Junaid Khan and Ghulam Hunzai kept tight control.
Jinja SS managed 68/9, and Ismaili’s chase, led by Pervaiz Ali, Kamran Wali Khan, and Ali Dishan, reached the target at 7 wickets.
Ismaili Community CC’s afternoon display reinforced their dominance in Group I.
Aboojo CC vs Kutchi Tigers B – Entebbe Cricket Oval
Morning Session
Aboojo CC overwhelmed Kutchi Tigers B, with Joseph Baguma taking 3 wickets to restrict the Tigers to 73/6.
Pascal Murungi’s 46 and Amos Ahura’s brisk 13 powered Aboojo to a comfortable eight-wicket win in 6.3 overs.
Afternoon Session
Kutchi Tigers B fought back with Bhavesh Hirani (43) and Navin Pindoria (31), reaching 120/8.
But Aboojo’s bowlers, led by Mathew Musinguzi (4/?), kept them under pressure.
Fortunate Alijuna (40) and Pascal Murungi (50 off 27) chased the target in just 12.3 overs, sealing a six-wicket win and highlighting their ruthless finishing.
GM Sugar vs Wanderers CC – GM Sugar Oval
Morning Session
GM Sugar posted 159/7 in 16 overs, with Bhaveshbhai Patel blasting 72 off 37 and Hevin Patel contributing 19 off 7.
Wanderers’ chase started promisingly, with Wasim Butt and Perry Wazombe scoring 44 each, but GM Sugar’s bowlers combined for six wickets, restricting Wanderers to 117/7.
GM Sugar triumphed by 42 runs in a high-octane contest.
Afternoon Session
GM Sugar delivered a batting masterclass, amassing a formidable 217/1 in their allotted 20 overs.
Mehulkumar Patel led the charge with a blistering 133* off just 70 balls, smashing 15 fours and 8 sixes, while Bhavikkumar Patel contributed a solid 60 off 50.
Together, they stitched an unbroken 200-run partnership for the second wicket, leaving the opposition reeling.
The Wanderers fought valiantly, with Abdul Basit Habib scoring a determined 75 and Perry Wazombe adding 60, but their efforts fell short as they were bowled out for 153/8 in 17.3 overs.
GM Sugar secured a commanding 64-run victory, a testament to their explosive batting and disciplined bowling.
Final Group Standings
Group A
- GM Sugar – 14 points
- Wanderers CC – 10 points
Group B
- Aboojo CC – 13 points
- Rounders CC – 12 points
Group D
- Kutchi Tigers CC – 16 points
- Ceylon Lions – 10 points
Qualified for Finals Stage (Top 8 Teams):
- GM Sugar
- Wanderers CC
- Aboojo CC
- Rounders CC
- Avengers CC
- Ismaili Community CC
- Kutchi Tigers CC
- Ceylon Lions
What to Watch in the Knockouts:
- Can GM Sugar continue their explosive batting display under pressure?
- Will Ceylon Lions maintain their dominant run scoring in the finals?
- How will Aboojo CC translate group stage dominance into knockout victories?
- Can Wanderers CC defend the trophy ?
- Will Avengers CC handle the pressure of the top 8 stage?
With all eight quarter-finalists now confirmed, the UG20 2025 League moves into its most exciting phase yet, promising high drama, intense rivalries, and spectacular cricket.