African Rivals Clash in High-Stakes Encounter: Uganda Women face off against Namibia

In a crucial match at the ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2025, Uganda Women face off against Namibia Women at the Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok. Both teams are desperate to avoid a 0-2 start, having suffered opening defeats on Thursday.

Uganda’s recent form has been promising, having pushed Scotland hard in a low-scoring thriller, falling just 15 runs short of chasing 116.

Captain Janet Mbabazi has been instrumental, backed by the experienced Consy Aweko and the patient rebuilding efforts of Immaculate Nakisuuyi and Esther Iloku.

Namibia, on the other hand, were disappointed by their eight-wicket loss to Tanzania, despite setting a respectable target of 118 for 5.

Yasmeen Khan, Sune Wittmann, and Jurriene Diergaardt will look to provide early momentum, while Kayleen Green and Wilka Mwatile offer balance to the team.

The two teams have a history of intense rivalry, having shared the Capricorn series trophy in April 2025 after a thrilling six-match T20I bilateral series.

With Bangkok’s venues rewarding discipline over flair, expect a gripping contest between these two African rivals.

Uganda Women are slight favorites to win, having won three of their last five matches against Namibia Women.