Olweny, Ssematimba to lead Ugandans in World Cup qualifiers
Jun 27, 2005
Uganda finalises her ICC Mini World Cup preparations in Belfast today in confident mood after a morale-boosting one week tour of England.
By Ronnie Kintu
Uganda v Denmark July 1
Uganda v Ireland July 2
Uganda v USA July 4
Uganda v Bermuda July 5
Uganda v UAE July 7
Group A
Ireland, Denmark, UAE, Uganda, USA, Bermuda
Group B
Netherlands, Scotland, Namibia, Oman, Canada, PNG
Uganda finalises her ICC Mini World Cup preparations in Belfast today in confident mood after a morale-boosting one week tour of England.
After first struggling to adapt to the European conditions, the national cricket team rolled over all their opponents in encouraging build-up matches last week.
There are signs the opening batsmen are finally getting it right in time for the opening tie.
Uganda will automatically qualify for the 2007 World Cup in West Indies if they make it to the semi-finals.
Profiles of the key batsmen
- Lawrence
Ssematimba (23)
Right hand, opening batsman
A reliable opening batsman who came to the local scene in 2001 when he ably opened the batting for the national team at the last Mini World Cup in Toronto, Canada. He has struggled like his fellow openers, but a training trip to England seems to have revived him.
- Benjamin Musoke (29)
Right hand, opening batsman
The most experienced player, having featured as a talented prodigy in 1994. On a good day he can spread balls in all directions of the field.
- Joel Olweny (23)
Right hand, upper order batsman
Uganda’s best batsman and captain. A lot will depend on his composure in the middle of the innings, He has benefited from a semi-professional stint in South Africa.
Olweny is a true all-rounder who can also field at any position perfectly.
- Nehal Bibodi (33)
Right hand, upper order batsman
Another experienced head. His ability to read the game and play good shots has made him a utility player on the team.
- Nand Kishor Patel (23)
Right hand, middle order
His ability to stay on the crease for long hours could be instrumental for Uganda’s campaign.
- Keith Legesi (24)
Right hand, lower order
His patience with the bat has enabled him ascend to the upper order. A great team player.
- Raymond Otim (19)
Right hand, lower order
He has the ability to keep the scoreboard ticking late in the game when all hope is lost.
Uganda v Denmark July 1
Uganda v Ireland July 2
Uganda v USA July 4
Uganda v Bermuda July 5
Uganda v UAE July 7
Group A
Ireland, Denmark, UAE, Uganda, USA, Bermuda
Group B
Netherlands, Scotland, Namibia, Oman, Canada, PNG
Uganda finalises her ICC Mini World Cup preparations in Belfast today in confident mood after a morale-boosting one week tour of England.
After first struggling to adapt to the European conditions, the national cricket team rolled over all their opponents in encouraging build-up matches last week.
There are signs the opening batsmen are finally getting it right in time for the opening tie.
Uganda will automatically qualify for the 2007 World Cup in West Indies if they make it to the semi-finals.
Profiles of the key batsmen
- Lawrence
Ssematimba (23)
Right hand, opening batsman
A reliable opening batsman who came to the local scene in 2001 when he ably opened the batting for the national team at the last Mini World Cup in Toronto, Canada. He has struggled like his fellow openers, but a training trip to England seems to have revived him.
- Benjamin Musoke (29)
Right hand, opening batsman
The most experienced player, having featured as a talented prodigy in 1994. On a good day he can spread balls in all directions of the field.
- Joel Olweny (23)
Right hand, upper order batsman
Uganda’s best batsman and captain. A lot will depend on his composure in the middle of the innings, He has benefited from a semi-professional stint in South Africa.
Olweny is a true all-rounder who can also field at any position perfectly.
- Nehal Bibodi (33)
Right hand, upper order batsman
Another experienced head. His ability to read the game and play good shots has made him a utility player on the team.
- Nand Kishor Patel (23)
Right hand, middle order
His ability to stay on the crease for long hours could be instrumental for Uganda’s campaign.
- Keith Legesi (24)
Right hand, lower order
His patience with the bat has enabled him ascend to the upper order. A great team player.
- Raymond Otim (19)
Right hand, lower order
He has the ability to keep the scoreboard ticking late in the game when all hope is lost.