Uganda's women's cricket team fell short in pursuit of a modest target after restricting Namibia to 83 runs through disciplined bowling at the Emerging Nations Championship. The Victoria Pearls claimed early wickets and maintained pressure throughout the innings, with Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Sarah Akiteng, and Malisa Ariokot combining to dismantle the opposition batting order.
However, the chase unraveled as Uganda managed just 13 runs during the opening powerplay and lost rhythm despite requiring barely a run per delivery. Nakisuuyi and captain Janet Mbabazi departed in consecutive deliveries during the 13th over, triggering a collapse that saw no other batter reach double figures. Namibian debutant Leigh-Marie Visser claimed three wickets while conceding 10 runs to earn player of the match honors.
The defeat followed an opening loss to Scotland and preceded a rest period before facing Papua New Guinea at Terdthai Cricket Ground. Missed fielding opportunities compounded Uganda's struggles in the 12-run setback.
However, the chase unraveled as Uganda managed just 13 runs during the opening powerplay and lost rhythm despite requiring barely a run per delivery. Nakisuuyi and captain Janet Mbabazi departed in consecutive deliveries during the 13th over, triggering a collapse that saw no other batter reach double figures. Namibian debutant Leigh-Marie Visser claimed three wickets while conceding 10 runs to earn player of the match honors.
The defeat followed an opening loss to Scotland and preceded a rest period before facing Papua New Guinea at Terdthai Cricket Ground. Missed fielding opportunities compounded Uganda's struggles in the 12-run setback.
