Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) have today Tuesday, the 8th October 2024 launched the 2024 Challenge League B tournament.
The launch was held this morning at Copper Chimney Restaurant Lugogo, in Kampala.
Uganda will host this year’s 1st Round of Challenge League B tournament set run from November 4th -16th, 2024 at Lugogo, Kyambogo and Entebbe Cricket Ovals.
This will be the second time for Uganda to host this championship after the first ever event in 2022. Uganda finished third winning three out of the five games played.
The highly anticipated tournament will feature six Nations including Uganda, Tanzania, Bahrain, Singapore, Italy and Hong Kong China.
All teams will be accommodated at Speak Resort in Munyonyo.
The championship serves as a crucial pathway to the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, which will take place in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
Uganda eyes not to finish in the top two to qualify for the final qualifying round.
During the press briefing, Engineer Fred Lutaaya, Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee, expressed his enthusiasm to host a prestigious event.
“We are thrilled to be hosting the 1st round of the Challenge League as Uganda.
This opportunity reflects the ICC’s confidence in the Uganda Cricket Association as a capable host nation.
Having previously hosted the same event in 2022 and the finals of the Women’s World Cup Qualifiers last year, we see this tournament as an incredible opportunity for our players to showcase their skills.
We invite everyone to join us for what promises to be an unforgettable experience.”
The Local Organizing Committee is composed of Eng. Fred Lutaaya (Chairman), Rita Tinka (Hospitality Coordinator), Richard Okia (Team Liaison Coordinator), Sylvester Rokani (Security Coordinator) and Deus Muhumuza (Security Coordinator).
The others are Denis Musali (Media Coordinator), Kenneth Mulondo (Accreditation Coordinator), Benjamin Musoke (HR Coordinator), Javillah Ninsiima (Accommodation Coordinator), Emmanuel Onaria (Accounts Coordinator), John Walusimbi (Tournament Host) and Dr. Denis Buwembo – Medical Coordinator.
“As the tournament unfolds, it is expected to draw significant attention from cricket fans both locally and internationally.
We encourage all sports lovers to come out and support cricket when the action gets underway.
All matches will be free of charge for fans, and the Uganda Cricket Association is committed to providing an exceptional experience for everyone in attendance”.
Uganda will face off with Singapore on Wednesday, the 6th November 2024 in the tournament opener at Lugogo Cricket Oval in Kampala.
The championship is sponsored by Nile Breweries LTD with the exact amount set to be unveiled soon after final dialogue between the two parties.
