Uganda Equals Lowest T20 World Cup Score
On Saturday, Uganda made history by equaling the lowest score ever recorded at a Twenty20 World Cup, tumbling to 39 all out against the West Indies at the Providence Stadium. This dismal performance matched The Netherlands’ score of 39 against Sri Lanka in 2014.
West Indies Dominates with a Massive Win
Despite Uganda’s struggles, the West Indies put on a commanding performance, reaching 173 for five after winning the toss and electing to bat. The match ended with a 134-run victory for the West Indies, marking the second-largest margin in T20 World Cup history.
Powerful Performances on Both Sides
Opener Johnson Charles led the way for the West Indies with a score of 44 from 42 balls, while captain Rovman Powell contributed 22 runs, including a massive six that landed on top of the grandstand. Andre Russell once again showcased his power-hitting abilities, accelerating the scoring rate with four boundaries in the final over.
Dismal Batting Display by Uganda
Uganda’s innings got off to a rocky start when Roger Mukasa fell lbw to Akeal Hosein off the second ball. The team struggled to recover from there, with Juma Miyagi being the only batsman to reach double figures, scoring 13 from 20 deliveries. Left-arm spinner Hosein was the standout performer, taking five wickets for just 11 runs in his four overs.
Post-Match Reflections
Akeal Hosein, who was awarded the man-of-the-match, shared his thoughts after the game, expressing satisfaction with his performance. West Indies captain Rovman Powell praised Hosein’s efforts and emphasized the team’s commitment to continuous improvement, aiming to enhance their performance by 10 to 15% in each game.
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