Uganda Announces Squad for Victoria Series, Kampi Nainhabo Set for International Debut
The home side, known as the Victoria Pearls, will defend their title against Rwanda, Namibia, and USA in the T20I tournament starting November 6 in Entebbe.
The story
With no senior women's international matches played in the last 24 hours, attention turns to the upcoming Victoria Series, for which Uganda's Victoria Pearls have announced their 14-player squad. The tournament, scheduled from November 6 to 14 at the Entebbe Cricket Oval, will see Uganda compete against Rwanda, Namibia, and the USA.
A notable inclusion in the squad is Australian-based batter Kampi Nainhabo, who is in line to make her international debut. Nainhabo, a 23-year-old right-handed batter, has progressed through the Victorian domestic cricket pathway in Australia. Janet Mbabazi will continue to lead the side as captain. The series will also serve as preparation for Uganda ahead of the 2027 ICC Women's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier finals, where they will defend their title.
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | 1. Australia (164 rating points) | Australia currently leads the ODI rankings. |
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | 1. Australia (292 rating points) | Australia holds the top spot in the T20I rankings. |
| ICC Women's Championship 2025-29 | 1. New Zealand (13 points) | New Zealand sits at the top of the championship standings. |
What we'll be watching
- Victoria Series: Uganda vs Namibia on November 6 (Morning session) at Entebbe Cricket Oval.
- Victoria Series: Rwanda vs USA on November 6 (Afternoon session) at Entebbe Cricket Oval.
- ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy: Sri Lanka vs Ireland on November 12 at Karwan Sports Club Cricket Ground, Ajman.
- ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy: Papua New Guinea vs Scotland on November 12 at Seven Districts Sports Club, Ajman.
- ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy: Pakistan vs Bangladesh on November 12 (Afternoon fixture) at Ajman.
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