Rwanda vs Nigeria, 17th Match, Africa Continental Cup 2024

Match Details

• Date: December 13, 2024
• Time: 07:15 GMT
• Ground: Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, Kigali, Rwanda
• Series: Africa Continental Cup
• Season: 2024/25
• Match number: T20I no. 3043

Head to Head

Rwanda and Nigeria have a recent history of competition, with their last five matches showcasing a mix of results. Rwanda won by 6 wickets with 6 balls remaining on December 9, 2024, while Nigeria won by 6 wickets with 2 balls remaining (DLS method) on December 4, 2024. Nigeria has also won two matches in October 2023, with one ending in no result.

Recent Performance

• Rwanda: Lost to Uganda by 10 runs, Lost to Nigeria by 6 wickets, Won against Nigeria by 6 wickets, Lost to Uganda by 23 runs, Won against Botswana by 8 wickets
• Nigeria: Won against Botswana by 10 wickets, Lost to Uganda by 23 runs, Lost to Rwanda by 6 wickets, Lost to Uganda by 7 wickets, Lost to Botswana by 3 wickets

Squad

• Rwanda: Eric Dusingizimanac, Isae Niyomugabo, Orchide Tuyisenge, Rukundo Jean Pierre, Oscar Manishimwe, Didier Ndikubwimana†, Muhammad Nadir, Martin Akayezu, Emile Rukiriza, Zappy Bimenyimana, Ignace Ntirenganya
• Nigeria: Olayinka Olaleye, Isaac Danladi, Sylvester Okpec, Isaac Okpe, Vincent Adewoye, Sulaimon Runsewe†, Selim Salau, Ridwan Abdulkareem, Peter Aho, Taiwo Mohammed, Ifeanyichukwu Uboh

Venue Details

• Gahanga International Cricket Stadium, Kigali, Rwanda
  • Pitch: The pitch at Gahanga International Cricket Stadium has a history of favoring bowling first, with 54.34% of matches won by the team bowling first. The average 1st innings score is 131, while the average 2nd innings score is 103.
  • Temperature: The temperature is expected to be moderate, with a humidity level of around 60%.
  • Wind Speed: The wind speed is expected to be moderate, which may affect the game.

Prediction

Based on recent performance and head-to-head results, Rwanda seems to have an edge over Nigeria. However, Nigeria's win against Botswana by 10 wickets in their last match may have boosted their confidence. It is expected to be a closely contested match, with both teams fighting hard for the win.

Recommended Fantasy Team

• Batsmen: Eric Dusingizimanac (Rwanda), Olayinka Olaleye (Nigeria), Orchide Tuyisenge (Rwanda)
• Bowlers: Muhammad Nadir (Rwanda), Ridwan Abdulkareem (Nigeria), Martin Akayezu (Rwanda)
• All-rounders: Isae Niyomugabo (Rwanda), Taiwo Mohammed (Nigeria)
• Wicket-keeper: Didier Ndikubwimana (Rwanda)

Note: The recommended fantasy team is based on recent performance and may vary depending on the actual team lineups and conditions.