Gerald dominates with ball and bat
Sierra Leone won the toss and elected to bat, but their innings never found momentum against a disciplined Ugandan bowling attack. The turning point arrived almost immediately, with Anas Baig falling for just one run in the opening over. From that point, the Sierra Leone batting lineup struggled to build meaningful partnerships. Raymond Coker provided the most resistance, top-scoring with 14 off 27 balls, while Aliya Kamara added 11 off 9 balls. However, the side was eventually bundled out for 55 in 17.4 overs, unable to cope with the pressure applied by the Ugandan bowlers.
Uganda chase down target with ease
Chasing a modest target of 56 for victory, Uganda faced a minor stutter early on, losing two wickets as they looked to knock off the runs quickly. Despite the early setbacks, the result was never in doubt. Gerald, promoted up the order, took the game to the opposition bowlers, striking 21 runs off his 9 deliveries to ensure the chase was completed with minimal fuss.
Supported by Robinson Obuya, who helped steady the ship after the early losses, Uganda reached the target comfortably, finishing on 56/2. Alongside Gerald’s match-defining contribution, Enock Kasaija and Kenneth Waiswa also played their parts in securing the win. The victory highlights Uganda’s clinical form in the tournament, with the team demonstrating both bowling precision and batting aggression to dismantle their opponents in Kigali.
