In a momentous feat for the East African nation, Uganda has qualified for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. This marks the first time Uganda will participate in the prestigious global tournament, a testament to the country’s growing cricketing prowess.
A momentous occasion for the East African nation
The Uganda cricket team made history on Thursday by qualifying for the 2024 T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the United States. Rwanda was defeated by 9wickets while chasing 66 runs in 20 overs. Brian Masaba’s squad chased down the score in 8.1 overs, becoming the second team to qualify behind Namibia.
The African nation will be the continent’s sixth squad to qualify for the showcase event. Uganda finished second in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa region qualifying after winning five of six games.
Uganda overcame Zimbabwe on their way to becoming the 20th team to compete in the World Cup. The latter has routinely appeared in this competition.
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Conclusion
Uganda’s qualification for the T20 World Cup 2024 is a watershed moment for Ugandan cricket, marking the country’s arrival on the global cricketing stage. This historic achievement is a testament to the dedication, hard work, and passion of the players, coaches, and cricketing fraternity in Uganda.
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