In a historic turn of events, the Uganda Cricket Team has etched its name in the annals of cricket by qualifying for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. This achievement is significant not only for the team but also for the entire cricketing fraternity in Uganda.
The journey to qualification was a roller-coaster ride for Uganda, beginning with a convincing 8-wicket victory over Tanzania. However, the path took a dip with a disappointing 6-wicket loss against Namibia. What followed was nothing short of a spirited comeback that showcased the resilience and determination of the Ugandan team.
The pivotal moment came when Uganda faced Zimbabwe in a must-win encounter and emerged victorious with a 5-wicket margin. This victory was not just a match result; it was a powerful statement of intent. The team continued its winning streak, dominating Nigeria with a 9-wicket win and defeating Kenya by 33 runs.
The final lap of qualification saw Uganda securing a comfortable 9-wicket win over Rwanda, sealing their spot in the T20 World Cup 2024. Finishing second on the points table, Uganda won 5 out of 6 matches, boasting a massive Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.334.
Sharing the limelight with Uganda is Namibia, the other powerhouse from the African region. Namibia demonstrated sheer dominance, winning all their matches and claiming the top spot in the qualifiers. Their flawless performance makes them a team to watch out for in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
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On the flip side, it was a tale of disappointment for Zimbabwe. Despite the initial expectations, Zimbabwe managed to win only 3 out of 5 games in the tournament. This marks the second consecutive time they’ve missed out on an ICC tournament, following a narrow miss for the ICC World Cup 2023.
Here are the teams that have qualified for the T20 World Cup 2024
West Indies, USA, Australia, England, India, Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Ireland, Scotland, Papua New Guinea, Canada, Nepal, Oman, Namibia, Uganda
| Region | Qualifiers |
| Africa | Namibia, Uganda |
| Americas | Canada |
| Asia | Nepal, Oman |
| East Asia-Pacific | Papua New Guinea |
| Europe | Ireland, Scotland |
| Team | Path of Qualification |
| West Indies | Hosts |
| USA | Hosts |
| Australia | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| England | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| India | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| Netherlands | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| New Zealand | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| Pakistan | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| South Africa | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| Sri Lanka | 2022 T20WC top eight finish |
| Afghanistan | Next best on T20I rankings (as of 14 November 2022) |
| Bangladesh | Next best on T20I rankings (as of 14 November 2022) |
