Tanzania’s hopes for the 2027 Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off faded after a 59-run loss to Uganda in Hong Kong. The team struggled with batting, scoring only 89 runs in response to Uganda’s 148. Notable performances included strong bowling from Ally Mpeka and Juma Miyagi, highlighting crucial areas for improvement as Tanzania prepares for their final match against Singapore.
Tanzania’s ambitions for qualifying for the 2027 Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off were dashed following a 59-run defeat against Uganda in the 2025 ICC Men’s CWC Challenge League B match held in Hong Kong. Despite a commendable bowling performance restricting Uganda to 148 runs, Tanzania struggled in their batting, managing only 89 runs, thereby not claiming their first win in the tournament.
Uganda’s Raghav Dhawan top-scored with 63 runs, bolstering their position significantly. For Tanzania, Ally Mpeka excelled as a bowler, achieving 4 wickets for just 20 runs, while Sivaraj Selvaraj supported with figures of 2-23. However, Tanzania’s batting lineup faltered, with notable contributions coming only from Arshaan Jassani, who scored 23 runs, and Akhil Anil, who made 17 runs.
Juma Miyagi from Uganda delivered an impressive bowling display, taking 6 wickets for just 17 runs, which was pivotal in Tanzania’s batting collapse. Following this match, a Tanzania Cricket Association (TCA) official pointed out the missed opportunity and emphasized the need for the team to regroup for their final match against Singapore, which would conclude their participation in the six-team tournament.
Tanzania has yet to secure a victory in the ongoing league. The qualification process for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup involves a series of competitions to determine which teams will qualify. The eight top-ranked teams in the ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings, alongside the hosts, gain automatic qualification, while others, including those from the Challenge League, vie for remaining spots in the competition.
Tanzania’s cricket team faced a significant setback by failing to qualify for the 2027 Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off after their loss to Uganda. Despite showing promise in bowling, the lack of effective batting ultimately hindered their chances. The team must now focus on regrouping for their upcoming match against Singapore as they aim to improve their standing before the conclusion of the tournament.
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