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Owili leads Baby Cricket Cranes to big win

ChampionSport Editorial Team·11-08-2026·2 min read
Owili leads Baby Cricket Cranes to big win

Robert Owili starred as the Baby Cricket Cranes crushed Mozambique by 384 runs on Monday during the ICC Boys U19 World Cup Qualifiers Division 2. Playing at the Gahanga Cricket Oval B, the young Ugandan side showed total dominance to secure their second consecutive victory in the tournament.

How did Baby Cricket Cranes beat Mozambique?

The Baby Cricket Cranes beat Mozambique by a massive 384 runs thanks to a relentless batting assault that saw them hit 47 boundaries. This overwhelming performance at Gahanga Cricket Oval B ensured the youngsters maintained their perfect winning streak in the ICC Boys U19 World Cup Qualifiers Division 2.

Uganda's batting lineup was an absolute machine. They didn't just play; they demolished the Mozambican bowling attack. The sheer volume of runs scored was enough to make any coach smile. The statistics from the match tell the real story of the carnage:

  • Total boundaries: 47
  • Total fours: 38
  • Total sixes: 9
  • Victory margin: 384 runs

Robert Owili was the man of the moment. He led the charge with a commanding 15 runs, acting as the anchor while others went wild. Wamma! The boundaries were flowing like water throughout the innings.

Owili and Baby Cricket Cranes dominance

This isn't just luck. This is a sign of things to come for these young talents. Winning two games in a row in a high-stakes ICC qualifier is no small feat. The Baby Cricket Cranes are proving they belong on the big stage.

To see a team hit nine sixes in a single innings shows a level of aggression that Mozambique simply could not contain. The pressure was clearly too much for the visitors. Every time a Mozambican bowler attempted to settle, a Ugandan youngster would send the ball flying toward the boundary ropes.

Is Uganda's U19 team on track for qualification?

Yes, the Baby Cricket Cranes are showing significant momentum following their second consecutive win in the ICC Boys U19 World Cup Qualifiers Division 2.

ChampionSport Editorial Team

ChampionSport Editorial Team

Editorial Team

The ChampionSport.ug editorial team compiles and edits sports coverage for Ugandan fans — Uganda Premier League, the Cranes, the Premier League and more. Stories are drawn from official and reputable sources and reviewed before publishing.

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