Assistant coach Jackson Ogwang has urged the Cricket Cranes to bat through the full 50 overs during their preparation matches for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off in December.
The team returned to action with their first trial match after the Challenge League B qualifiers in Nigeria, beginning a series of practice games in Uganda.
Ogwang said the immediate focus is building endurance at the crease and playing with smart aggression across the three periods of a 50-over game.
Uganda qualified for the eight-team tournament by finishing second in the two-year Challenge League B campaign.
The Qualifier Play-off runs from December 4 to 21 at Tribhuvan University and Mulpani Cricket Grounds in Kathmandu.
Ogwang acknowledged not all squad members featured in the opening trial but expects full attendance for Thursday's second match.
The technical team has lined up close to six or seven games to sharpen the squad before the Nepal assignment.
Ogwang stressed that every match offers a chance to understand the demands of the longer format and move closer to the required level.
Uganda will begin its campaign against opponents to be confirmed in the coming weeks.
The Cricket Cranes aim to move a step closer to the 2027 World Cup through the play-off tournament.
Source: Kawowo Sports
