Tag: #NigeriaCricket
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SOUTH-WEST STATES GEARED UP FOR BADEMOSI BOYS CRICKET CHAMPIONSHIP
All South-West states are set to compete in the 7th Bademosi Boys Cricket Championship, happening April 7–11 at Ibadan’s Liberty Stadium, aimed at boosting grassroots cricket. Coordinator Okon Ukpong said the event will feature training for coaches and team captains on modern techniques to raise performance standards and ensure uniform development across teams. Players will…
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NIGERIA’S YELLOW GREENS RETAIN WEST AFRICA CRICKET TROPHY WITH 40-RUN THRASHING OF RWANDA
Nigeria’s senior men’s cricket team, the Yellow Greens, defended their crown in style at Abuja’s Moshood Abiola Stadium, smashing 157/5 before bundling Rwanda out for 117/9 to clinch the 2025 West Africa Trophy by 40 runs—perfect revenge after Rwanda’s earlier league upset. Captain Sulaimon Runsewe set the tone with a powerplay blitz alongside Rahmon Ali,…
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UYI AKPATA UNVEILS 10-POINT AGENDA TO BOOST NIGERIA CRICKET DEVELOPMENT
Re-elected NCF president sets sights on grassroots growth, infrastructure, and inclusivity. Uyi Akpata, re-elected unopposed as Nigeria Cricket Federation President, plans to establish zonal associations, enhance youth and female participation, and build high-performance centres. He emphasizes governance reforms, coach training, and partnerships for a transparent, sustainable cricket future in Nigeria.
