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Uganda Cruise to Dominant 10-Wicket Victory Over Gambia

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 23, 2026, 19:30 IST

Uganda secured a clinical 10-wicket win against Gambia in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifier C, chasing down a target of 28 in Abuja.

Uganda Cruise to Dominant 10-Wicket Victory Over Gambia

Uganda Dismantle Gambia in Rapid Abuja Encounter

Uganda delivered a clinical performance at the NCF Oval 2 in Abuja, securing a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over Gambia in Match 9 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub Regional Qualifier C. After winning the toss and electing to bat, Gambia found themselves completely overwhelmed by a disciplined Ugandan bowling attack, collapsing to a total of just 27 all out in 8.2 overs.

The Ugandan bowlers were relentless from the outset, ensuring that the Gambian batting lineup never gained any momentum. Enock Kasaija led the charge with a standout spell, finishing with figures of 3/14 from his four overs. His ability to consistently find the right areas proved too much for the opposition, who struggled to build any meaningful partnerships throughout their brief time at the crease.

Andre Jarju provided the only real resistance for Gambia, top-scoring with 15 runs off 15 balls, while Muhammed Manga contributed 7 off 13. Aside from these two, the rest of the batting order failed to make an impact, leaving Gambia with a target that was always going to be well within Uganda's reach.

A Swift Chase Secures Two Points

With a target of just 28 runs to win, Uganda approached the chase with aggressive intent, looking to finish the game as quickly as possible. Robinson Obuya took the lead in the pursuit, striking a rapid 20 off just 6 balls to put the result beyond doubt in a matter of minutes. Supported by Anas Baig, Uganda reached the target without losing a single wicket, wrapping up the match in emphatic fashion.

The victory was a complete team effort, with Riazat Ali Shah and Enock Kasaija both earning recognition for their contributions to the win. While the contest featured several key moments where momentum shifted, Uganda’s superior bowling discipline in the first innings ultimately decided the outcome of the match. This dominant performance keeps Uganda in a strong position as the tournament progresses, highlighting their efficiency in both departments.