Uganda faces Thailand in a crucial battle

Overview

Uganda Women v Thailand Women
Kampong Cricket Club, Utrecht
Match 5, WT20Q 2018
Sunday, July 8 , 10:00 GMT, 12:00 pm local

Uganda and Thailand will qualify for the second round of matches after the heavy losses in the first matches of this year's ICC World Women's T20 Qualifying Tournament.

Uganda was skittled by Scotland for 43, with only two players reaching double digits, taking only one wicket in response as the Wildcats crossed to nine wicket win in only seven overs. Thailand has provided more resistance in their attempt to overthrow Ireland, but a 92/7 below par has proved too small since the Irish have eliminated the tracks with seven wickets to spare and with 22 remaining balls.

There is a feeling of victory to be gained about this one, as both sides go after a necessary victory to stay with a real chance of reaching the T20 of the ICC.

Thailand took part in these qualifiers with confidence, after defeating Netherlands tournament hosts by a convincing score of 46 points in their last warm-up match. They need to find this type of form to stay in the fray for the qualification.

Uganda lost to the UAE in their last training match, but should be inspired by their famous victory over Zimbabwe in African qualifying. gave them a place in this competition. Key Players

Nattaya Boochatham (Thailand): The left-handed hitter was exemplary in the first outing of these qualifiers against Ireland, noting a 41 mature and dynamic 50-ball, eclipsing Thailand's second highest individual score of 13. She will have to show this kind of form against Uganda in order to keep her side with a chance to progress.

Joyce Apio (Uganda): With some positive points to draw from humility against Scotland, Uganda needs a change of fortunes against Thailand. The delicate 21-year-old, Joyce Apio, was a handful with the ball in the warm-up match against the UAE, and her youthful and energetic approach could prove vital in this upcoming match. ]

Thailand: Somnarin Tippoch (c), Nattaya Boochatham, Naruemol Chaiwai, Natthakan Chantham, Onnicha Khamchomphu, Rosenanee Kanoh, Nannapat Koncharonkai, Suleeporn Laomi, Wongpaka Liengprasert, Rattanaporn Padunglerd, Srinitra Saengsakaorat, Sainamin Saenya, Chanida Sutthiruang and Arriya Yenyueak.

Uganda: Kevin Awino (c), Joyce Mary Apio, Consylate Aweko, Getrude Candiru, Siadat Kemigisha, Janet Mbabazi, Rita Musamali, Frankline Najjumba, Immaculate Nakisuuyi, Mary Nalule, Prico Nakitende, Stephanie Nampiina , Carol Namugenyi, Rachael Ntono