UGANDA’S TOUR OF NAMIBIA
Game Three: Scores Summary
Namibia Eagles 169/6 (20 overs)
Steenkamp 82, Loftie-E 30, Frylinck 20; Miyaji 3/32, Kyewuta 2/21, Ssenyondo 1/46
Uganda 71 all out (16.5 overs)
Baig 19, Ssesazi 14, Obuya 9; Heingo 4/9, Trumpelmann 2/7, Brassell 2/34
Namibia won by 98 runs
(Namibia won series 2-1)
Next Fixture – March 23 – 1st 50-Over Match
Namibia vs Uganda – Windhoek
Windhoek – March 21: Uganda’s Cricket Cranes, today, endured a difficult evening as Namibia’s Eagles cruised to a commanding 98-run victory in the third and decisive T20 at the newly-unveiled FNB Namibia Cricket Ground, sealing a 2-1 series win.
After a spirited comeback in Game Two, Uganda failed to sustain momentum, delivering an underwhelming performance with the bat despite flashes of discipline with the ball.
Bright start undone by extras
Uganda’s pace duo of Cosmas Kyewuta and Juma Miyaji showed intent early, restricting Namibia’s scoring opportunities and applying pressure in the opening exchanges.
However, early extras and missed chances in the field allowed Namibia to recover and build a competitive platform.
Jan Frylinck (20) and Nicol Loftie-Eaton (30) steadied the innings before Louren Steenkamp took control.
Steenkamp leads Namibia charge
Steenkamp produced a match-defining innings of 82 off 52 balls, striking eight fours and four sixes to propel Namibia to 169/6.
Uganda fought back through Miyaji (3/32) and Kyewuta (2/21), but the hosts finished strongly to set a challenging target.
Batting collapse seals fate
Uganda’s chase began promisingly at 19 without loss but quickly unraveled under relentless pace bowling.
Namibia captain JJ Smit rotated his seamers effectively, using the short ball to devastating effect while limiting spin options.
Youngster Max Heingo (4/9), who took the Player of the Match award, and seasoned paceman Ruben Trumpelmann (2/7) ripped through the middle order as Uganda collapsed to 71 all out.
Lessons for the Cranes
Captain Riazat Ali Shah acknowledged the learning curve:
It’s a tough result, but an important learning experience. We had moments with the ball, but we didn’t take responsibility with the bat.
Head coach Steve Tikolo emphasized the need for accountability in the top order:
One of the top four has to take responsibility and bat deep. That’s something we must correct immediately.It is a clear indication that there’s work to be done for the whole unit and I am happy to get to it when we return to Uganda after this practice tour. I have some particular drills I will inculcate into the system for the batsmen to make them better.
Focus shifts to 50-over format
With the T20 series concluded, Uganda now turns attention to the 50-over matches starting March 23, where they will look to regroup and build consistency ahead of a demanding international calendar.
The two countries nations are chasing 2028 T20 World Cup and 2027 One Day International (ODI) World Cup slots albeit through different routes.
UGANDA’S TOUR OF NAMIBIA – REMAINING FIXTURES
March 23: 50 Overs vs Namibia
March 25: 50 Overs vs Namibia
Team Uganda In Namibia
Riazat Ali Shah (Captain), Robinson Obuya, Simon Ssesazi, Anas Mirza Baig, Kenneth Waiswa, Cyrus Kakuru, Charles Musemeza, Juma Miyaji, Cosmas Kyewuta, Bilal Hassun, Henry Ssenyondo, Joseph Baguma, Mathew Musinguzi, Gerald Olipa
Team Uganda In Namibia
Riazat Ali Shah (Captain), Robinson Obuya, Simon Ssesazi, Anas Mirza Baig, Kenneth Waiswa, Cyrus Kakuru, Charles Musemeza, Juma Miyaji, Cosmas Kyewuta, Bilal Hassun, Henry Ssenyondo, Joseph Baguma, Mathew Musinguzi and Gerald Olipa.
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