Uganda vs Nigeria Prediction 3rd T20, Dream11 Prediction, Betting Tips, Playing XI, Pitch & Weather Report – 18th July 2025
Uganda vs Nigeria prediction: The 3rd T20 of the Pearl of Africa T20I Series 2025 promises exciting cricket action as Uganda takes on Nigeria at the Entebbe Cricket Oval on Friday, 18th July 2025. Uganda will look to continue their dominance, having already defeated Nigeria multiple times in past encounters. Nigeria, on the other hand, are seeking redemption after their disappointing start to the tournament. With rising talent on both sides and crucial points up for grabs, this clash holds significant weight for the final standings. Let’s dive deep into the full preview, playing XIs, fantasy tips, team stats, match prediction, and more for this electrifying T20 face-off.
Uganda vs Nigeria 3rd T20 Match Details
| Match | Uganda vs Nigeria, 3rd T20I |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, 18 July 2025 |
| Time | 12:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Entebbe Cricket Oval, Entebbe |
| Broadcaster | Fancode |
Uganda vs Nigeria Team Preview
Uganda Team Preview:
Uganda has consistently been a formidable force in the African cricket circuit. They are the defending champions of the Pearl of Africa T20I Series and are ranked 22nd on the ICC Men’s T20I rankings. With experienced stars like Robinson Obuya, Dinesh Nakrani, and Frank Nsubuga, Uganda has an excellent blend of youth and experience. Their consistency with the ball and ability to play spin well gives them the upper hand in home conditions. All-rounders like Alpesh Ramjani add depth to the squad, and their fielding unit remains sharp and efficient.
Nigeria Team Preview:
Nigeria faced a tough loss in their opener against Kenya. Their batting unit struggled under pressure despite a valiant effort from Prosper Useni, who top-scored with 36 runs. Their bowling, led by Sylvester Okpe, showed promise with 4 wickets, but the team’s overall execution needs improvement. Nigeria has the talent but needs better partnerships and discipline to pose a serious threat to Uganda.
Probable Playing XI
Uganda:
Juma Miyaji (C), Robinson Obuya, Raghav Dhawan, Frank Nsubuga, Dinesh Nakrani, Alpesh Ramjani, Cyrus Kakuru, Shrideep Mangela, Cosmas Kyewuta, Calvin Watuwa, Ronald Lutaaya
Nigeria:
Sylvester Okpe (C), Sulaimon Runsewe, Danladi Isaac, Elijah Olaleye, Akhere Isesele, Isaac Okpe, Prosper Useni, Vincent Adewoye, David Ankrah, Peter Aho, Jimoh Abdulrahman
Fantasy Team XI
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| WK | Cyrus Kakuru |
| BAT | Robinson Obuya, Elijah Olaleye, Ronald Lutaaya |
| ALL | Alpesh Ramjani (C), Dinesh Nakrani (VC), Prosper Useni |
| BOWL | Sylvester Okpe, Peter Aho, Frank Nsubuga, Joseph Baguma |
Captain Choice: Alpesh Ramjani
Vice-Captain Choice: Dinesh Nakrani
Players to Avoid in Fantasy:
- David Ankrah: Inconsistent with both bat and ball recently.
- Shrideep Mangela: May not get enough opportunities in the middle order.
Favourite Team in Today’s Match
Based on recent form, home advantage, and team balance, Uganda are the favorites. They have a near-perfect record against Nigeria, experienced all-rounders, and consistent top-order performance. Nigeria will have to play out of their skin to pull off an upset.
Uganda T20 History
Uganda has played 107 T20Is, winning 81, losing 23, with 3 no results. Their rise in African cricket is remarkable, with steady performances in regional tournaments and qualifiers.
Nigeria T20 History
Nigeria has played 72 T20Is, winning 37 and losing 33, with 2 no results. They are a rising cricketing nation with young talent but often struggle against stronger opposition.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Format | Matches | Uganda Won | Nigeria Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20Is | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
At Entebbe Cricket Oval:
| Matches | Uganda Won | Nigeria Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Uganda has a clean sweep record against Nigeria in T20Is, including all their meetings at Entebbe Cricket Oval.
Pitch Report
The Entebbe pitch is balanced with early seam movement and support for spinners as the match progresses. Batting becomes easier in the second innings, making chasing a better option.
Weather Report
Clear skies with temperature around 24°C. Ideal weather for cricket with no rain interruptions expected.
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Uganda
Decision: Likely to bowl first due to chasing advantage
Match Prediction
Winner: Uganda will win
Uganda has depth in batting, sharp bowling, and a dominant record against Nigeria. They are expected to extend their winning streak.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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