In the sixth-day match, Botswana won the toss and opted to bowl first, which meant Rwanda had to set a target. Rwanda posted a total of 168 runs in 20 overs (120 balls), losing eight wickets. In response, Botswana began their chase for 169 runs with strong early momentum, scoring 80 runs off the first 32 balls without losing any wickets.

However, from the 9th over (ball 49) onward, Rwanda’s bowlers regained control, steadily taking wickets. The match ended with Botswana managing only 143 runs in their 20 overs, with Rwanda dismissing nine of their batsmen.

Rwandan player Rukiriza Emile was named Player of the Match, having taken four wickets for 24 runs from 24 balls. He also contributed 29 runs in the batting innings, including seven runs off four balls.

In another match on Wednesday, Uganda defeated Nigeria by 23 runs. Uganda set a target of 151 runs in their first innings, with Nigeria managing only 128 runs in their chase. Uganda dismissed nine Nigerian batsmen during the match.

The tournament is still ongoing, with Rwanda set to face Uganda at 3:15 PM on Thursday, followed by Botswana taking on Nigeria at 7:30 PM.

Currently, Uganda leads the standings with 14 points, while Rwanda is in second place with 6 points. Both Nigeria and Botswana are tied with 4 points each.

The competition, held in Gahanga, will run until December 14, 2024, and will contribute points to the International Cricket Council (ICC) monthly rankings. In the latest ICC standings, Uganda is ranked 22nd globally, Nigeria is 36th, Botswana is 50th, and Rwanda is ranked 63rd.

Rwanda’s national cricket team secured second place in the ongoing ILT20 Continent Cup.

Botswana lost the second place to Rwanda

Rwandan player Rukiriza Emile was named Player of the Match.