Victoria Pearls player Profiles ahead of the T20 Global Qualifiers

The Victoria Pearls cricket team boasts a diverse and talented lineup of players representing Uganda on the international stage.

Let’s take a closer look at each player’s bio as the team gets ready for the Global qalifiers scheduled later this month:

Janet Mbabazi (Captain)

Date of Birth: 26/01/1995

Nickname: MJ

Caps: 71

Debut Match: Uganda v Scotland 2018

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 19

Role: Batting All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Brian Masaba

Dream Destination: South Korea

Former School: Victoria University

Profession: Athlete

Rita Musamali (Vice Captain)

Date of Birth: 21/05/1999

Nickname: Signal

Caps: 77

Debut Match: Uganda v Scotland 2018

Home Town: Mbale

Shirt Name: 6

Role: Batting All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Riazat Ali Shah

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: YMCA

Profession: Student

Alako Proscovia

Date of Birth: 30/10/2002

Nickname: Scorpio

Caps: 43

Debut Match: Uganda v Tanzania 2019

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 70

Role: Batter

Favorite Local Player: Ssesazi Simon

Dream Destination: West Indies

Former School: Masaka SSS

Profession: Student

Kevin Awino

Date of Birth: 6/6/1996

Nickname: Kev

Caps: 67

Debut Match: Uganda v Scotland 2018

Home Town: Jinja

Shirt Name: 13

Role: Batter/Keeper

Favorite Local Player: Fred Achellam

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Jinja SSS

Profession: Student

Gloria Obukor

Date of Birth: 25/05/2000

Nickname: Obukus

Caps: 22

Debut Match: Uganda v Tanzania 2019

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 31

Role: Batter

Favorite Local Player: Obuya Robinson

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Olila High School

Profession: Student

Sarah Walaza

Date of Birth: 20/08/2002

Nickname: Wittynaps

Caps: 17

Debut Match: Uganda v Zimbabwe 2019

Home Town: Jinja

Shirt Name: 17

Role: Bowling All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Dinesh Nakrani

Dream Destination: USA

Former School: YMCA

Profession: Fashion Designer

Anyipo Evelyne

Date of Birth: 24/07/1996

Nickname: Anyipo White

Caps: 57

Debut Match: Uganda v Zimbabwe 2019

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 36

Role: Bowler

Favorite Local Player: Roger Mukasa

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Olila High School

Profession: Administrator

Sarah Akiteng

Date of Birth: 16/08/2002

Nickname: Aki

Caps: 39

Debut Match: Uganda v Namibia

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 39

Role: Left Arm Spinner

Favorite Local Player: Henry Ssenyondo

Dream Destination: England

Former School: Olila High School

Profession: Student

Phiona Kulume Egaru

Date of Birth: 28/12/2004

Nickname: Fina

Caps: 41

Debut Match: Uganda v Namibia 2022

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 38

Role: Batting All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Janet Mbabazi/Kenneth Waiswa

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Olila High School

Profession: Student

Nampiina Stephanie

Date of Birth: 12/3/2000

Nickname: Don

Caps: 57

Debut Match: Uganda v Thailand 2018

Home Town: Jinja

Shirt Name: 72

Role: Batting All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Roger Mukasa

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Kyambogo University

Profession: Financial Associate

Immaculate Nakisuyi

Date of Birth: 6/12/1997

Nickname: Immy

Caps: 59

Debut Match: Uganda v Scotland 2018

Home Town: Jinja

Shirt Name: 74

Role: Batting All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Riazat Ali Shah

Dream Destination: West Indies

Former School: Kyambogo University

Profession: Counsellor

Esther Iloku

Date of Birth: 3/12/2002

Nickname: Slick Ug

Caps: 16

Debut Match: Uganda v Tanzania 2019

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 3

Role: Keeper Batter

Favorite Local Player: Fred Achellam

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Olila High School

Profession: Student

Malisa Ariokot

Date of Birth: 15/04/2007

Nickname: Melly Secret

Caps: 10

Debut Match: Uganda v Rwanda 2022

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 50

Role: Batting All Rounder

Favorite Local Player: Janet Mbabazi

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Amen Primary

Profession: Student

Lorna Anyait

Date of Birth: 24/07/2007

Nickname: N/A

Caps: 13

Debut Match: Uganda v Rwanda 2022

Home Town: Soroti

Shirt Name: 15

Role: Bowler

Favorite Local Player: Nampiina Stephanie

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: Olila High School

Profession: Student

Consylate Aweko Nimungu

Date of Birth: 23/05/1991

Nickname: Changer

Caps: 74

Debut Match: Uganda v Scotland 2018

Home Town: Nebbi

Shirt Name: 23

Role: Bowler

Favorite Local Player: Frank Nsubuga

Dream Destination: Australia

Former School: City High School

Profession: Athlete

Each player brings a unique blend of skill, passion, and determination to the cricket field, representing Uganda with pride and sportsmanship.

From seasoned veterans to emerging talents, the Victoria Pearls continue to shine bright in the world of cricket, embodying the spirit of teamwork and excellence.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates from these remarkable athletes as they pave the way for future generations of cricket enthusiasts.