LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Nigeria’s U19 cricket team, the Junior Yellow Greens delivered a stunning performance against Mozambique, recording one of their biggest wins in recent memory with a 407-run demolition in the ongoing ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifiers, Voice of Naija – VONa Communications reports.
Batting first, the Junior Yellow Greens piled up a mammoth 461 for six in their allotted 50 overs. The innings was highlighted by a commanding knock from Hossana Omonkhobhio, who struck a strong 84 runs to anchor the batting lineup.
His effort set the tone for a relentless assault that left Mozambique chasing shadows.
In reply, Mozambique crumbled under the pressure, bowled out for just 54 runs in 23 overs. The West African nation’s bowlers maintained discipline and intensity, ensuring there was no way back for their opponents.
The emphatic victory not only showcased Nigeria’s batting depth but also underlined their bowling strength, as they secured the win by a staggering margin of 407 runs.
This triumph follows Nigeria’s earlier victories in the tournament. Against Rwanda, the Junior Yellow Greens chased down 79 runs with ease, finishing at 84 for three in just 15.2 overs to claim a seven-wicket win.
Before that, they overcame Ghana by five wickets, chasing 93 runs with composure.
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Their only setback came in the opening game against Uganda, where Nigeria posted 176 but fell short as Uganda chased successfully to win by five wickets.
Since then, however, Nigeria has rebounded impressively, stringing together dominant performances that have reignited hopes of qualification for the U19 World Cup.
The victory over Mozambique is more than just a result; it is a statement of intent. With Omonkhobhio’s batting brilliance and the team’s collective effort, Nigeria has shown it can compete at the highest level in youth cricket.
As the qualifiers progress, Nigeria’s consistency and resilience will be key. The crushing win against Mozambique has sent a clear message: the Junior Yellow Greens are determined to secure their place on the global stage.
The Nigeria contingent will now face Sierra Leone on Saturday, August 15 at the Gahanga B Oval, Rwanda in their last game of the qualifiers.
