RWAW vs KENW, 5th T20I: Match Preview

Series: Kenya Women tour of Rwanda, 2024

The Rwanda Women's cricket team will take on the Kenya Women's cricket team in the 5th T20I of the Kenya Women tour of Rwanda, 2024, on November 2, 2024, at the Gahanga Cricket Stadium 2 in Kigali. The match is scheduled to start at 11:00 AM GMT.

Head-to-Head and Current Form

Rwanda Women have an impressive head-to-head record against Kenya Women, with 10 wins out of 16 matches. However, Kenya Women have been working hard to improve their game, and their recent performances suggest that they are capable of giving Rwanda a tough challenge. In the last year, Rwanda Women have played 34 matches, winning 21 and losing 13, while Kenya Women have played 21 matches, winning 9 and losing 12.

Key Players to Watch

Rwanda Women's batting will be led by Marie Bimenyimana, who has been in exceptional form in the last year. Henriette Ishimwe will be the key bowler for Rwanda, with her impressive wicket-taking ability. Kenya Women's batting will be led by Queentor Abel, who has shown great promise in the last year. Esther Wachira will be the key bowler for Kenya, with her ability to take wickets and restrict the opposition.

Squads

Rwanda Women Squad:

• Gisele Ishimwe
• Clarisse Uwase
• Geovanis Uwase
• Marie Bimenyimana
• Henriette Ishimwe
• Belise Murekatete
• Merveille Uwase† (wicket-keeper)
• Alice Ikuzwe
• Rosine Irera
• Immaculee Muhawenimana
• Sylvia Usabyimana

Kenya Women Squad:

• Janet Nthenya
• Venasa Ooko
• Veronica Abuga
• Esther Wachira
• Lavendah Idambo
• Ann Wanjira
• Queentor Abel
• Charity Muthoni† (wicket-keeper)
• Judith Ogolla
• Flavia Odhiambo
• Jemimah Ndanu

Prediction

This match promises to be an exciting encounter between two evenly matched teams. While Rwanda Women have a strong head-to-head record, Kenya Women have been working hard to improve their game and could potentially cause an upset. However, based on recent form and the experience of their players, Rwanda Women are expected to win this match.

Match Details:

• Date: November 2, 2024
• Time: 11:00 AM GMT
• Venue: Gahanga Cricket Stadium 2, Kigali