Namibia Women Clinch 0 runs Win in a Thriller
Namibia Women have won by 0 runs. Namibia Women batted first and posted 123/7 in 20 overs. Uganda Women, chasing 124, fell short at 123/7 in 20 overs.
Jurriene Diergaardt was the standout in the first innings, scoring 36 off 33 balls (SR 109). 4 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 29 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
Prosscovia Alako fought hard with 44 off 39 balls, but it was not enough to haul Uganda Women over the line. The required rate climbed too steeply in the end.
With the ball, Sarah Walaza delivered figures of 3/18 in 4 overs (Econ 4.5). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
UGA-W lead the series 3-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 15 of the first innings was the inflection point — 21 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
44 off 39 balls (SR 113), 6 fours, 1 sixes
3/18 in 4 overs (Econ: 4.50)
36 off 33 balls (SR 109), 4 fours, 0 sixes
Verdict
Namibia Women showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Uganda Women will rue missed opportunities — a 0 runs deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. UGA-W lead the series 3-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.