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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Leonard Nhamburo and his Rwanda women side kicked off the 2025 Kwibuka Women\u2019s T20 tournament with a commanding 91-run victory over Cameroon in the opening match held at Gahanga Cricket Stadium on Monday, June 2.<\/p>\n

The tournament, hosted by Rwanda Cricket Association (RCA) to commemorate victims of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, saw the hosts get off to a strong start with a dominant win over the Cameroonian team which was making its debut to the showpiece.<\/p>\n

Rwanda opted to bat first and posted a remarkable 145 runs for 4 in their 20 overs, led by a brilliant unbeaten 52 from Shakila Niyomuhoza off 45 balls. She was well-supported by Sarah Uwera, who contributed 38 runs from 48 balls.<\/p>\n

Cameroon struggled to build any momentum against the Rwandan team led by coach Leornard Nhamburo\u2019s disciplined bowling attack and were bowled out for just 54 runs.<\/p>\n

In other matches, Zimbabwe edged out Nigeria Women in a closely contested encounter, posting 105\/8 in their allotted 20 overs before restricting Nigeria to 98\/7, sealing a narrow 6-run victory.<\/p>\n

Elsewhere, in the afternoon fixtures, Tanzania outclassed Sierra Leone with a dominant display, cruising to a comprehensive 105-run win. Brazil also impressed, chasing down Malawi\u2019s total with ease to register a comfortable 7-wicket triumph.<\/p>\n

The tournament continues on Wednesday, June 4, at Gahanga cricket Stadium.<\/p>\n

Rwanda VS Sierra Leone -9:30 am<\/p>\n

Cameroon VS Uganda – 9:45am<\/p>\n

Brazil VS Nigeria – 1:30 pm<\/p>\n

Tanzania VS Malawi – 1:45 pm<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Rwanda<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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