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Junior Yellow Greens strength World Cup ticket push

Nigeria’s Junior Yellow Greens secured a commanding victory over Rwanda, strengthening their push for a return to the ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. Rea Read More: https://punchng.com/junior-yellow-greens-strength-world-cup-ticket-push/

Junior Yellow Greens strength World Cup ticket push

Nigeria's Junior Yellow Greens are making a strong push to return to Division One of the ICC U-19 Men's Cricket World Cup pathway. Their consistent performance was evident in their recent seven-wicket victory over hosts Rwanda in the Division 2 qualifiers. The match, played at Gahanga Main Oval in Kigali, saw Nigeria dismiss Rwanda for a mere 79 runs in 23.1 overs.

The team then chased down the target with ease, finishing with 84 for three in just 15.2 overs. The impressive bowling display by Nigeria, led by Emmanuel Oladejo with 3/9, kept Rwanda under sustained pressure throughout their innings. The victory keeps the Junior Yellow Greens firmly in contention, as they have two matches remaining in the qualification campaign.

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