Author: Wycliffe Kirunda

Wanderers and Rounders Cricket Clubs meet again this weekend in a clash that runs deeper than league standings. Match Day 8 of the Men’s National 50 Over League brings together two sides bound by history and divided by heartbreak. Their rivalry grew stronger during the 2024 T20 Cup final when Wanderers won by just three runs. Defending a small total of 99, Wanderers managed to get Rounders all out for 96. It was a close and exciting finish that surprised everyone and left Rounders feeling disappointed. This Saturday, the rematch comes in a longer format and with changed fortunes. Wanderers,…

A friendship that started with a handshake nearly two decades ago has once again come through for Ugandan cricket. On Thursday, the Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) received a major consignment of equipment from its long-time partners, Bankstown District Cricket Club (BDCC) of New South Wales, Australia. The shipment, filled with essential gear—bats, balls, pads, gloves, helmets, wicket covers, a turf roller, and even coaching literature—will go a long way in boosting cricket development programs across the country. This partnership dates back to 2005, following Uganda’s debut at the ICC Under-19 World Cup in Bangladesh. It was there that Ugandan players…

The road hasn’t been kind to Wanderers this season but if there’s one fixture that could help them turn things around, it’s the one they know how to win. On Sunday, they head to Kamengo to face Ceylon Lions in a matchup that brings more than just points to the table. Both sides come into this game with something to fix. Wanderers are still without a win after four matches, sitting at the bottom of the Division One standings with just a single tie to their name. Ceylon Lions, meanwhile, sit third but were handed a tough defeat by Rounders…

In a dramatic showdown, the Victoria Pearls, fought back from the brink to level the six-match Capricorn Series 3-3, sharing the trophy with hosts Namibia after an intense final game. The Pearls’ journey was filled with highs and lows, but their spirit never wavered. They started strong, clinching narrow victories in the first two matches, including a thrilling two-run win over Namibia in the opener. Uganda’s resilience shone through, as they followed up with a five-run victory, proving their ability to stay calm under pressure. However, Namibia rallied, winning the next two games to level the series at 2-2. In…

The Victoria Pearls gave it everything but it just wasn’t enough. In one of the most dramatic matches of the Capricorn Eagles Series so far, Namibia Women squeezed past Uganda by a single run in Windhoek, taking a 3–2 lead in the six-match T20I series and setting up a nail-biting decider on Tuesday afternoon. Namibia, choosing to bat first for the third time in a row, found themselves in early trouble. Uganda’s bowlers came out sharp, dismissing three batters in the powerplay and restricting the hosts to just 35/4 after 10 overs. But the game changed when Mekelaye Mwatile stepped…

BUL FC continued their fine form in the second round of the Uganda Premier League with a 2-1 away win over KCCA FC on Saturday at the MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo. The match was not just about three points — it marked the beginning of a new chapter for KCCA after parting ways with head coach Abdallah Mubiru. But things didn’t start as hoped. Despite playing under interim coach Jackson Magera, the Kasasiro Boys couldn’t stop a determined BUL side that showed discipline and composure. BUL took the lead in the 29th minute through Joel Kiirya, who capitalized on a…

Victoria Pearls have taken a strong 2-0 lead in the Capricorn Series after back-to-back wins over hosts Namibia. While their batting has been modest, it’s Uganda’s smart and tight bowling that has made the difference. In both games, the Pearls batted first, scoring 98/5 and 95/5 in the opening two matches. The scores were not big, but Uganda’s bowlers turned the games around with discipline and clever strategy. The star in the first match was Sarah Akiteng, who delivered an excellent spell, picking 3 wickets for just 6 runs. Her bowling stopped Namibia from chasing the target, and Uganda won…

On a weekend where rain tried to steal the show, it was the newcomers who made the loudest noise. JACC, playing their first-ever match in Uganda’s top cricket division, showed no signs of nerves as they outclassed Rounders by 44 runs in a damp but spirited Jinja derby. While the weather wiped out most of the weekend’s matches, it couldn’t stop JACC from making a statement. Playing at the Jinja SS Oval in a match cut to 26 overs per side, the debutants brought fresh energy and a fearless attitude. They batted first and put up a fighting total of…

SC Villa’s away problems continued on Friday as they fell 1-0 to BUL FC in a Uganda Premier League clash at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru. Fresh from a big win against table leaders Vipers SC, many expected Villa to build momentum. But instead, their season-long struggle for consistency showed again. The Jogoos have yet to win back-to-back league games this season a worrying pattern for the reigning champions. Their biggest weakness? Playing away from home. Of their many road trips this season, only one has ended in victory, a 2-0 win over Maroons FC on March 9. BUL…

The Baby Cricket Cranes’ dream of making it to the ICC U19 World Cup is fading fast after back-to-back defeats against East African rivals Tanzania and Kenya. With qualification now an uphill battle, Uganda is shifting focus to survival in the African U19 first division. The campaign began on a disappointing note with a loss to Tanzania. After electing to field, Uganda started well with early wickets, but Tanzania’s middle order, led by Karim Kiseto (half-century) and Laksh Bakrania (60), built a solid total of 189. Uganda’s bowlers struggled to contain the late resistance, allowing Tanzania to post the highest…