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Nakatunya Cricket Club is set to make a statement in the SCA Women’s 50-Over Elite League as they face table-toppers Senior Quarters this Sunday at City Oval.
Both teams come into this game with contrasting fortunes, as Nakatunya looks to secure their first points of the season, while Senior Quarters aim to extend their unbeaten run.
Last weekend, Nakatunya came heartbreakingly close to victory against Campswahili.
Despite an early bowling blitz that put Campswahili on the ropes, Nakatunya’s 180-run target was ultimately chased down by a resilient knock from Amuge Kevin, who scored a crucial 69 off 93 deliveries at number six.
Kevin’s performance snatched the game away from Nakatunya, highlighting a need for resilience in the final overs.
Meanwhile, Senior Quarters enter this matchup riding high after a tense three-run win over Pamba Cricket Club.
Defending a modest total of just 81 runs, bowlers Ariago Mitchelle and Abella Leisly Bridget led the charge, each claiming three wickets to pull off an improbable victory.
The team’s spirited defense has made them one of the league’s standout units, showcasing their depth and determination.
Despite a winless start, Nakatunya boasts a strong lineup with hard-hitters like Proscovia Alako, Icumar Josephine, Nandera Immaculate, and Akidi Suzan, as well as the experienced all-rounder Achan Racheal.
However, their challenge has been converting individual talent into team success.
Currently at the bottom of the table, Nakatunya is desperate for a breakthrough, especially against the league leaders who sit confidently with four points from two games.
In another eagerly anticipated fixture of the day, Pamba Cricket Club will face Campswahili at Madera Ground.
Campswahili, bolstered by last weekend’s win, will look to maintain their form, while Pamba seeks redemption after their narrow defeat to Senior Quarters.
Key players to watch across the league include Iloku Esther, who tops the batting charts with 161 runs in two innings, and Amayo Martha, leading in the bowling with six scalps to her name.
Both players have set the standard for excellence in the league and will be pivotal in their teams’ performances.
As the league advances, each match brings intense competition, with teams striving for an edge in what is shaping up to be a fiercely contested season.
Soroti Cricket Academy Chairman Felix Musana expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, emphasizing how it provides valuable playing time for both school and national team players.
He noted that the league not only strengthens individual skills but also enhances game awareness, fostering a deeper understanding of match dynamics.
