The U19 males’s cricket workforce is not going to deal with their remaining 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 workforce was happy with the achievement however had already turned its consideration to the ultimate match.
“We really feel nice. Crucial factor was achieved we acquired the ticket for the following stage. I thank the fellows as a result of they labored arduous and so they wished it. However we’re not 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 properly. They’ll wish to end on a very good notice, as we wish to, so it’s going to be a excessive recreation.”
The subsequent step for Rwanda will probably be Division One, though the coach mentioned consideration will first flip to the senior nationwide workforce, 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 may probably make the step as much as the senior nationwide workforce subsequent yr.
Captain Jasper Nziza mentioned qualification was a proud second for the squad after their arduous work all through the marketing campaign.
“I really feel very joyful and happy with the workforce. We labored arduous for this second, and profitable three of our final 4 video games reveals 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 reveals all of the arduous work we’ve put in during the last yr is paying off. For the workforce, it offers us confidence and proves that Rwanda U19 can compete at a better degree.”
Regardless of securing qualification, Gihozo mentioned Rwanda nonetheless needs to complete the match strongly.
“The primary goal now’s to complete high of the desk. We wish to win the match 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 Predominant Oval
9:30: Sierra Leone vs Nigeria — Gahanga B Oval
9:30: Ghana vs Mozambique — RP-Kigali Oval
