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The exhilarating journey of the Batball X reached a pivotal stage as Group A and Group B match unfolded at Jinja SS Oval and Lugogo Cricket Oval.
With intense performances and dramatic finishes, teams battled for supremacy in their respective groups, eyeing a coveted spot in the Super 4.
Jinja SS Oval-Group A matches
Nile Leopards put up a dominant performance in a thrilling opener, amassing 107/3 in 10 overs. Their bowlers followed suit, restricting Eastern Buffaloes to 62/3, securing a convincing 45-run victory.
The Eastern Buffaloes, however, regrouped for their second match against the Northern Elephants. Setting a target of 97 runs, the Buffaloes' bowlers defended their total, guiding the team to a 16-run win.
Nile Leopards continued to shine, posting 110/4 in the last match of the day against the Northern Elephants, who struggled to reach 54/8.
Nile Leopards clinched a comprehensive 56-run victory to solidify their position in the Group A standings.
Lugogo Cricket Oval- Group B matches
Lugogo Cricket Oval witnessed its fair share of excitement as Group B teams battled it out for Super 4 qualification.
Central Rhinos set the tone with an impressive 141/3 against the Western Bulls, who could only manage 67/5 in response. Central Rhinos secured a convincing 74-run victory, highlighting their dominance.
The Western Bulls faced Rwanda Emerging in the second match, where the latter's exceptional bowling limited the Bulls to a mere 44/9.
Rwanda Emerging's composed chase saw them achieve victory with six wickets to spare, winning by six wickets.
In the day’s final match, Central Rhinos defended their total of 88/6 against Rwanda Emerging, who managed 77/8 in their ten overs.
Central Rhinos emerged victorious by 11 runs, showing their ability to handle pressure situations.
Super 4 Qualification on the horizon
As the dust settled on another thrilling day of cricket action, all eyes turned towards the upcoming matches.
The teams will continue their pursuit of Super 4 qualification with a renewed sense of determination.
Tomorrow, both ovals will host matches bound to captivate audiences as teams vie for the top two spots in each group.
Day 2 Fixture
Eastern Buffaloes vs Northern Elephants
Eastern Buffaloes vs Nile Leopards
Nile Leopards vs Northern Elephants
Group B
Western Bulls vs Rwanda Emerging
Central Rhinos vs Rwanda Emerging
Western Bulls vs Central Rhinos
Day one results
Group A games at Jinja SS Oval
Nile Leopards 107/3 in 10 overs
Eastern Buffaloes 62/3 in 10 overs
Nile Leopards won by 45 runs
Game 2
Eastern Buffaloes 96/ 2 in 10 overs
Northern Elephants 70/5 in 10 overs
Eastern Buffaloes won by 16 runs
Game 3
Nile Leopards 110/4 in 10 overs
Northern Elephants 54/8 in 10 overs
Nile Leopards won by 56 runs
Group B games at Lugogo cricket oval
Central Rhinos 141/3 in 10 overs
Western Bulls 67/5 overs
Central rhinos win by 74 runs
Game 2
Western Bulls 44/9 in 10 overs
Rwanda Emerging 45/4 in 5 overs
Rwanda Emerging win by 6 wickets
Game 3
Central Rhinos 88/6 in 10 overs
Rwanda Emerging 77/8 in 10 overs
Central Rhinos win by 11 runs
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