• Tournament: 2026 Capricorn Women’s T20I Quadrangular Series
  • Match: Uganda vs. Capricorn Eagles
  • Venue: FNB NCG, Windhoek
  • Toss: Capricorn Eagles won the toss and elected to bowl

Uganda Innings: 146/3 (20.0 Overs) – J. Mbabazi 61 (56), R. Musamali 31* (27), S. Nampiina 27 (16); W. Mwatile 1/24 (4.0), M. Mwatile 1/23 (3.0), E. Kejarukua 1/27 (4.0)

Capricorn Eagles Innings: 129/6 (20.0 Overs) – S. Wittmann 33 (39), M. Gorases 27 (23); C. Aweko 3/20 (4.0), M. Ariokot 2/25 (4.0), A. Akurut 1/21 (3.0)

Result: Uganda won by 17 runs

The Victoria Pearls produced a masterful, high-tempo performance to defeat hosts Capricorn Eagles by 17 runs in the grand final of the 2026 Capricorn T20I Quadrangular Series at the FNB NCG on Thursday afternoon.

CELEBRATING PARTNERSHIP: Victoria Pearls’ Janet Mbabazi and Stephanie Nampiina exchange a fist bump during their opening stand in the final at the FNB NCG, Windhoek

Led by a captain’s knock from Janet Mbabazi and a clinical three-wicket haul from off-spinner Consylate Aweko, Uganda successfully defended a formidable total of 146 to lift the trophy on Namibian soil.

After the Capricorn Eagles won the toss and elected to field, Uganda’s top order set out with clear intent.

FIELDING PRECISION: Namibia’s Kayleen Green fields the ball cleanly in the deep during the final of the 2026 Capricorn Quadrangular T20 Series

Opening the batting, Mbabazi anchored the innings with a brilliant 61 off 56 balls, striking nine boundaries. She found explosive support early on from Stephanie Nampiina, who smashed a rapid 27 off 16 balls (5 fours) to put the hosts under immediate pressure.

Following Nampiina’s departure at 62/1, Ritah Musamali joined her captain to maintain the scoring momentum.

CAPTAIN’S KNOCK: Victoria Pearls’ Janet Mbabazi in full flow as she strikes the ball during the final of the 2026 Capricorn Quadrangular T20 Series at the FNB NCG, Windhoek

Musamali struck an unbeaten 31 off 27 deliveries, while Esther Iloku added a quickfire 15* off 11 balls late in the innings to propel the Victoria Pearls to a commanding 146/3 in their allotted 20 overs.

Wilka Mwatile was the pick of the Namibian bowlers, taking 1/24.

BEST BOWLER: Namibia’s Mekelaye Mwatile is presented with the Best Bowler award following the final at the FNB NCG, Windhoek

In reply, the Capricorn Eagles began their chase steadily, with openers Sunè Wittmann (33 off 39) and Mezerly Gorases (27 off 23) putting on a 51-run opening stand.

However, the introduction of Uganda’s spin attack turned the tide.

Aweko provided the crucial breakthrough by having Gorases stumped by Iloku in the 8th over, before ripping through the Eagles’ middle order. The off-spinner finished with sensational figures of 3/20 from her 4 overs.

ON THE ATTACK: Namibia’s Mezerly Gorases strikes the ball during the final of the 2026 Capricorn Quadrangular T20 Series at the FNB NCG, Windhoek

Youngster Malisa Ariokot provided vital support from the other end, picking up 2/25 – including the key wickets of Arrasta Diergaardt and Wilka Mwatile in consecutive overs.

With Sarah Walaza maintaining strict line and length (0/19 in 4 overs) and Asumin Akurut claiming 1/21, the Victoria Pearls choked the run flow in the closing stages.

PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Victoria Pearls captain Janet Mbabazi receives the Player of the Match award following her match-winning half-century in the final at the FNB NCG, Windhoek

The hosts were ultimately restricted to 129/6 in 20 overs, sparking joyful celebrations from the Ugandan contingent as the final ball was delivered.

TOP BATTER: Namibia’s Sunè Wittmann receives the Best Batter award after the conclusion of the 2026 Capricorn Quadrangular T20 Series final in Windhoek

The victory capped off an impressive week of international cricket for the Victoria Pearls in Windhoek, reflecting their growth, tactical execution, and composure in high-pressure tournament finals.

Victoria Pearls – 2026 Capricorn Series Collated Results

  • Match 1 (Group Stage): Hong Kong 108/4 (20.0) vs. Uganda 112/4 (18.5) | Uganda won by 6 wickets
  • Match 2 (Group Stage): Capricorn Eagles 123/7 (20.0) vs. Uganda 123/7 (20.0) | Tie (Capricorn Eagles won via Super Over)
  • Match 3 (Group Stage): Uganda 132/6 (20.0) vs. Tanzania 127/8 (20.0) | Uganda won by 5 runs
  • Match 4 (Group Stage): Hong Kong 114/7 (20.0) vs. Uganda 115/8 (17.4) | Uganda won by 2 wickets
  • Match 5 (Group Stage): Uganda 147/4 (20.0) vs. Capricorn Eagles 148/4 (18.5) | Capricorn Eagles won by 6 wickets
  • Match 6 (Group Stage): Uganda 116/2 (16.4) vs. Tanzania 0/0 (0.0) | Uganda won (Tanzania forfeited)
  • FINAL: Uganda 146/3 (20.0) vs. Capricorn Eagles 129/6 (20.0) | Uganda won by 17 runs (CHAMPIONS)
UNITED IN SPORT: All participating teams gather for a joint group photo following the conclusion of the 2026 Capricorn Quadrangular T20 Series in Windhoek