WINDHOEK, Aug. 19 — Namibia will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier from Aug. 31 to Sept. 6 in the capital, Windhoek, Cricket Namibia announced Monday.
The qualifiers will feature eight teams competing for two spots at the Global Qualifier for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The participating nations are Namibia, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Sierra Leone and Rwanda.
According to Cricket Namibia, Rwanda and Sierra Leone booked their places in July after finishing first and second at the ICC Africa Division 2 Qualifier in Botswana.
Matches will be played at the new FNB Namibia Cricket Ground and the HP Cricket Oval, both of which are set to co-host World Cup fixtures.
“Namibia is pleased to host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier and to welcome seven international teams to our new home of cricket,” Cricket Namibia Chief Executive Johan Muller said.
Muller added that the event is not only about qualification but also about celebrating the growth of women’s cricket in Africa. “We hope all participants enjoy the competition and the warm hospitality our country is known for.”
While Namibia will look to capitalize on home advantage, Zimbabwe and Uganda are regarded as favorites given their strong track record in ICC pathway events. (Xinhua)
