LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Nigeria’s Junior female YellowGreens completed a perfect, unbeaten campaign to qualify for the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating Zimbabwe with four runs in a dramatic final in Tanzania.
Nigeria elected to bat first and posted 98/6 from 20 overs, defending bravely as Zimbabwe chased 99 but fell short under late pressure.
The YellowGreens held their nerve in the final over, showcasing discipline, unity and fearless execution in tense moments.
Zimbabwe pushed aggressively throughout the chase, yet Nigeria’s bowlers delivered clutch spells to protect the narrow advantage.
The young Nigerian side remained unbeaten all tournament, proving their consistency, resilience and readiness for the global stage.
Their final‑over heroics sealed qualification, sparking celebrations as teammates huddled tightly in triumph on the field.
Nigeria’s fielding intensity and teamwork were evident, with every player contributing to the defensive stand that secured victory.
Zimbabwe’s chase faltered late, unable to overcome Nigeria’s pressure despite needing just under five runs per over.
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Meanwhile, Uganda finished their campaign on the podium after defeating Rwanda by seven wickets in the third‑place playoff.
Rwanda posted 73/9 from 20 overs, but Uganda chased 74/3 in 16.1 overs to secure third position.
Uganda’s win confirmed Rwanda’s fourth‑place finish, rounding off a competitive tournament filled with emerging African talent.
Nigeria’s unbeaten run stands as the tournament’s defining story, highlighting their growth, confidence and rising continental stature.
The Junior Female YellowGreens now turn their focus to the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup stage in 2027.
