The ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup Africa Qualifier is commencing in Lagos, with teams such as Namibia, Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, and Sierra Leone arriving soon. Scheduled from March 28 to April 6, 2025, matches will be held at the Tafawa Balewa Square and University of Lagos. Nigeria’s tournament coordinator emphasized the significance of this event for the country’s cricket development.
The ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup Africa Qualifier is set to commence in Lagos, offering one team a chance to secure the continent’s sole spot at the World Cup. With the event starting on Friday, Namibia will be the first team to arrive in Lagos on Tuesday, followed by Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, and Sierra Leone on Wednesday.
Taking place from March 28 to April 6, 2025, matches will be hosted at both the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval and the University of Lagos Cricket Oval. All teams will participate in training sessions on Thursday, March 27, to prepare for the tournament’s opening.
The inaugural matches will feature Nigeria against Namibia scheduled for 9:30 am at the Tafawa Balewa Square Oval, while Sierra Leone will face Kenya at the University of Lagos Cricket Oval. International Cricket Council officials are already present in Nigeria to ensure the event’s smooth execution.
Emeka Igwilo, the tournament coordinator, highlighted the importance of showcasing Nigeria’s growth in cricket. He stated, “This is another opportunity for Nigeria to show how broad the game is growing…. I believe we are ready and Nigeria will play an excellent host.”
The ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup Africa Qualifier in Lagos marks a significant opportunity for participating teams, with Nigeria as the host nation. The tournament will feature several nations competing for a spot in the World Cup, and extensive preparations are underway. The involvement of the International Cricket Council officials is aimed at ensuring a successful event, reflecting Nigeria’s commitment to developing cricket in the country.
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