The U19 males’s cricket crew is not going to deal with their ultimate ICC Males’s U19 World Cup qualifier in opposition to Uganda on Saturday, August 15 as a gala recreation regardless of already securing qualification for the following division.
Rwanda booked their place within the subsequent stage after profitable three of their final 4 matches, with their victory over Ghana confirming their development.
Head coach Kenneth Bugingo mentioned the crew was happy with the achievement however had already turned its consideration to the ultimate match.
“We really feel nice. An important factor was achieved we acquired the ticket for the following stage. I thank the fellows as a result of they labored exhausting they usually needed it. However we aren’t going to rejoice but. We nonetheless have a final recreation.”
Bugingo mentioned the squad returned to coaching instantly, insisting that the ultimate match in opposition to Uganda could be performed with the identical aggressive mentality.
“Tomorrow gained’t be a gala recreation. We’re opponents and Uganda are opponents as nicely. They may wish to end on word, as we wish to, so it’s going to be a excessive recreation.”
The following step for Rwanda might be Division One, though the coach mentioned consideration will first flip to the senior nationwide crew, which is scheduled to compete in an ICC match subsequent month.
He additionally recognized Jasper Nziza and Fabrice Kwizera as two gamers from the present U19 squad who might doubtlessly make the step as much as the senior nationwide crew subsequent yr.
Captain Jasper Nziza mentioned qualification was a proud second for the squad after their exhausting work all through the marketing campaign.
“I really feel very joyful and pleased with the crew. We labored exhausting for this second, and profitable three of our final 4 video games exhibits the dedication and enchancment we've made.”
For Elise Gihozo, qualification represents the reward for a yr of preparation.
“This qualification is large for us. It exhibits all of the exhausting work we’ve put in during the last yr is paying off. For the crew, it provides us confidence and proves that Rwanda U19 can compete at a better stage.”
Regardless of securing qualification, Gihozo mentioned Rwanda nonetheless needs to complete the event strongly.
“The principle goal now could be to complete high of the desk. We wish to win the event and go up with momentum.”
Uganda have additionally loved an ideal marketing campaign, profitable all 4 of their matches to safe their place in Division One.
Saturday Fixtures
9:30: Rwanda vs Uganda — Gahanga Essential Oval
9:30: Sierra Leone vs Nigeria — Gahanga B Oval
9:30: Ghana vs Mozambique — RP-Kigali Oval
