Nigeria’s Yellow Greens Set for ILT20 Cup Final Against Uganda

Summary:

• Nigeria’s Yellow Greens will face unbeaten Uganda in the ILT20 Cup final after a strong comeback, securing historic milestones and victories against Botswana and Rwanda.

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Nigeria’s senior men’s cricket team, the Yellow Greens, aim to close 2024 on a high as they face Uganda in the ILT20 Cup final in Rwanda today.

The Yellow Greens secured their spot in the final with a 37-run victory over hosts Rwanda on Friday, finishing second in the group stage with eight points. Nigeria batted first, scoring 151 runs for eight wickets in 20 overs, while Rwanda managed only 114 runs for seven wickets in their chase.

Nigeria’s journey to the final has been challenging, marked by five consecutive losses before a strong comeback in their last two games. On Thursday, they achieved a dominant 10-wicket win over Botswana in just five overs, followed by their crucial victory against Rwanda.

The team’s resurgence also brought milestones for players Sulaimon Runsewe and Isaac Okpe. Runsewe reached 1,000 T20i runs for Nigeria in his 53rd match, while Okpe claimed his 60th T20i wicket in as many innings.

However, Nigeria faces a formidable opponent in Uganda, who remained unbeaten in nine group games and defeated the Yellow Greens three times during the tournament. The final promises to be a tough battle as Nigeria seeks their first ILT20 Cup title.