By Ikemefuna Asika
Nigeria’s Women Cricket Team has added to Nigeria’s medal haul by winning a bronze medal in the 13th African Games currently going on in Ghana.
After winning the toss, Nigeria opted to field first, showcasing exceptional bowling prowess to restrict Uganda to a modest total of 76 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in 20 overs.
The Nigerian innings commenced with an early stumble, losing three wickets within the first three overs. However, a resilient partnership between Salome Sunday and Abigail Igbobie steadied the ship, guiding the team to 58 runs for 5 wickets in 16.2 overs. Despite facing tense moments, Lucky Piety’s composure, coupled with her crucial partnership with Salome Sunday, propelled Nigeria to a thrilling victory.
In a heart-stopping climax, Nigeria required 7 runs from 6 deliveries to seal a historic win with 3 wickets to spare. Lucky Piety dispersed the 1st 2 balls for back to back boundaries, sending the Nigeria dug-out into euphoria and the Uganda bench to utter shock and disbelief.
Salome Sunday’s sterling performance earned her a well-deserved Player of the Match award, encapsulating her pivotal role in Nigeria’s bronze medal triumph.
