Author: Wycliffe Kirunda

Uganda put on an impressive show against Botswana, securing a commanding 108-run victory in their latest match at the ILT20 Continental Cup. With a dazzling performance from Simon Ssesazi, Uganda set the highest team score of the tournament, 229/3 in 20 overs. After Botswana won the toss and opted to bowl, they were immediately under pressure. Uganda’s opening pair, Simon Ssesazi and Fred Achelam, played aggressively, putting up 57 runs in just six overs. Achelam contributed a quick-fire 25 off 18 balls, including two big sixes, before being dismissed in the seventh over. Ssesazi, however, took charge, playing a brilliant…

BUL FC’s struggles continued as they suffered a disappointing 2-0 loss to UPDF FC at the Lugazi Stadium on Wednesday. Despite creating several chances, BUL failed to capitalize on their opportunities, while the visitors took full advantage of their clinical finishing. From the outset, it was clear that UPDF FC were determined to secure their first away win of the season. They pressed high, showing energy and commitment. The breakthrough came in the 26th minute when Christopher Kawagu made a fantastic run down the right wing. After exchanging passes with his teammates, he got past the BUL defenders and fired…

Cricket Cranes are all set for another exciting challenge as they head to Kigali, Rwanda, to defend their title at the ILT20 Africa Continental Cup from December 4–14, 2024. After their thrilling win at last year’s tournament in Nairobi, where they defeated Kenya by just one run, the team is ready to prove themselves once again. The tournament will be held at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, where Uganda will compete in a round-robin format against Botswana, Nigeria, and hosts Rwanda. Each team will play each other, with the final match scheduled for December 14. The Cricket Cranes come into…

The Uganda Cricket Association is set to host the much-anticipated UCA Season Awards 2024 on November 30th at the Copper Chimney in Lugogo. The prestigious event will celebrate the outstanding achievements of players, coaches, volunteers and teams who have made an impact on Ugandan cricket throughout the year. 2024 has been a historic year for Ugandan cricket, with the Cricket Cranes making their debut at the T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the Victoria Pearls securing their fourth Kwibuka title. The Season Awards will honor these remarkable accomplishments, recognizing talent across several categories, including Cricketer of the Year,…

BUL FC was held to a 1-1 draw by Express FC in a tough Uganda Premier League match in Lugazi, as Sam Ssenyonjo’s late equalizer denied them all three points. BUL took the lead in the dying moments of the first half, thanks to a powerful header from defender Walter Ochora. He rose high to meet a perfect corner kick from Jeromy Kirya, giving the hosts a 1-0 advantage. The second half saw Express push hard for an equalizer, but BUL’s defense seemed solid. However, in the 88th minute, Express’ Ssenyonjo took advantage of a defensive mistake and calmly slotted…

Uganda Cranes wrapped up their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign with a solid 1-0 victory over Congo in Brazzaville, ending the journey on a high note. The only goal of the match came in the second half, when Travis Mutyaba scored in the 55th minute. Mutyaba, playing for Bordeaux, was in the right place at the right time. He met a well-placed corner from Denis Omedi, turned past his defender, and fired the ball into the net, leaving Congo’s goalkeeper with no chance. This win was a much-needed boost for Uganda, especially after their disappointing 2-0 loss to…

Uganda finished the first round of the ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League B with an impressive unbeaten record after defeating Bahrain by 166 runs on Match Day 8 at Entebbe’s Lakeside Oval. Uganda won the toss and chose to bat first, posting a competitive 267/8 in 50 overs. The standout performer was Shrideep Mangela, who scored a brilliant maiden List A century, finishing on 102 off 128 balls. Dinesh Nakrani also played a key role, scoring 76 off 47 balls to boost Uganda’s total. Bahrain’s bowlers, Ali Dawood (2/41) and Sohail Ahmed (2/47), fought hard but couldn’t stop Uganda’s…

Result Uganda 254/9 in 50 overs Italy 230/10 in 49.3 overs Uganda won by 24 runs Cricket Cranes secured a hard-fought 24-run victory over Italy on Wednesday at the Lakeside Oval in Entebbe. The win took them to the top of the table in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Challenge League with 7 points, remaining unbeaten in the competition. Uganda won the toss and chose to bat first. Italy’s bowlers started well, with Grant Stewart keeping things tight in the opening overs. However, Uganda struggled early on, losing three wickets in the first 30 overs. By then, they had…

Result Uganda 289/7 in 50 overs Tanzania 80/10 in 27.5 overs Uganda won by 209 runs Riazat Ali Shah led Uganda to a dominant 209-run victory over Tanzania on Saturday in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Challenge League B. He became the first captain of the Cricket Cranes to score a List A century, making 104 runs off 85 balls. Riazat came to bat at No. 5 after the fall of Robinson Obuya (39) in the 20th over. He quickly took control, hitting 5 fours and 6 sixes. His performance was similar to a match in 2022, when he…

BUL Football Club celebrated their first home win of the season, defeating Bright Stars 1-0 in a tightly contested match at Lugazi. The game’s only goal came from Anwar Ntege, who headed the ball into the net in the 9th minute after a well-placed free kick by Nicholas Mwere. This victory is significant for BUL, as they had not won in their first four games. Now, with three wins in a row, they have moved up to fourth place in the league with eleven points from seven matches. On the other hand, Bright Stars are struggling. They remain winless this…