Malawi Tri-Series 2026 | 15-Aug-2026 12:30 PM | TCA Oval
RWA 130/5 (20)
ZMB 131/6 (19)
Zambia won by 4 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irfan Saleh* | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 128.57 |
| Joyeb Chand | 25 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 138.89 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean Michelle Iradukunda* | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.5 |
| Martin Akayezu | 4 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 8.25 |
Last Wicket:Ayaz Dadabhai c Ndikubwimana b Ignace Ntirenganya 11(9) - 105/6 in 16.2 ov.
Rwanda vs Zambia
Rwanda — Innings 1 (130/5 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didier Ndikubwimana (c) (wk) c Ismail Kara b Zakirhushen Patel | 27 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 81.82 | |
| Hamza Khan c Jakir Patel b Zakirhushen Patel | 39 | 47 | 5 | 0 | 82.98 | |
| Martin Akayezu c Zakirhushen Patel b Ayaz Dadabhai | 22 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 110 | |
| David Uwimana c and b Ayaz Dadabhai | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 57.14 | |
| Emile Rukiriza lbw b Ayaz Dadabhai | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Isae Niyomugabo not out | 16 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 160 | |
| Yves Cyusa not out | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| Extras | Byes: 9 | LegByes: 4 | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 7 | Total: 21 | |||||
| Total | 130 | 5 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Jean Michelle Iradukunda, Israel Mugisha, Ignace Ntirenganya, Muhammad Nadir | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ismail Kara | 4 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 6.5 |
| Joseph Zulu | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 6 |
| Ayaz Dadabhai | 4 | 0 | 19 | 3 | 4.8 |
| Javid Patel | 4 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 5.8 |
| Robert Lungu | 4 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 4.2 |
| Zakirhushen Patel | 2 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 10 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Ndikubwimana & Hamza Khan | 74 | 76 |
| Ndikubwimana & Martin Akayezu | 16 | 13 |
| David Uwimana & Martin Akayezu | 15 | 16 |
| Emile Rukiriza & Martin Akayezu | 0 | 1 |
| Isae Niyomugabo & Martin Akayezu | 23 | 10 |
| Isae Niyomugabo & Yves Cyusa | 2 | 4 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hamza Khan | 12.4 | 74 |
| 2 | Didier Ndikubwimana | 14.5 | 90 |
| 3 | David Uwimana | 17.3 | 105 |
| 4 | Emile Rukiriza | 17.4 | 105 |
| 5 | Martin Akayezu | 19.2 | 128 |
Zambia — Innings 2 (131/6 in 19 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vasimakram Chand c Emile Rukiriza b Ignace Ntirenganya | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 | |
| Ismail Kara lbw b Muhammad Nadir | 54 | 41 | 5 | 4 | 131.71 | |
| Robert Lungu st Didier Ndikubwimana b Emile Rukiriza | 9 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 37.5 | |
| Jakir Patel c Didier Ndikubwimana b Emile Rukiriza | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 114.29 | |
| Javid Patel (c) c Yves Cyusa b Emile Rukiriza | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 | |
| Joyeb Chand not out | 25 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 138.89 | |
| Ayaz Dadabhai c Didier Ndikubwimana b Ignace Ntirenganya | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 122.22 | |
| Irfan Saleh not out | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 128.57 | |
| Extras | Byes: 4 | Wides: 5 | Total: 9 | |||||
| Total | 131 | 6 wkts, 19 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Musonda Yambayamba (wk), Joseph Zulu, Zakirhushen Patel | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ignace Ntirenganya | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 5.5 |
| Muhammad Nadir | 4 | 0 | 19 | 1 | 4.8 |
| Emile Rukiriza | 4 | 1 | 16 | 3 | 4 |
| Jean Michelle Iradukunda | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.5 |
| Israel Mugisha | 1 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Martin Akayezu | 4 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 8.2 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Vasimakram Chand & Ismail Kara | 17 | 13 |
| Robert Lungu & Ismail Kara | 38 | 35 |
| Jakir Patel & Ismail Kara | 18 | 12 |
| Javid Patel & Ismail Kara | 7 | 12 |
| Joyeb Chand & Ismail Kara | 8 | 12 |
| Joyeb Chand & Ayaz Dadabhai | 17 | 14 |
| Joyeb Chand & Irfan Saleh | 26 | 16 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vasimakram Chand | 2.1 | 17 |
| 2 | Robert Lungu | 7.6 | 55 |
| 3 | Jakir Patel | 9.6 | 73 |
| 4 | Javid Patel | 11.6 | 80 |
| 5 | Ismail Kara | 13.6 | 88 |
| 6 | Ayaz Dadabhai | 16.2 | 105 |
Match Info
| Match | Rwanda vs Zambia |
|---|---|
| Series | Malawi Tri-Series 2026 |
| Time | 15-Aug-2026 12:30 PM |
| Venue | TCA Oval Blantyre |
| Seating Capacity | 0 |
| Live Telecast | ESPN |
Match Preview: Rwanda vs Zambia (RWA vs ZAM)
Rwanda will face Zambia in a thrilling match on 15-Aug-2026 in Malawi Tri-Series 2026. The match will be played at TCA Oval at 12:30 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on ESPN.
TCA Oval Pitch Report for RWA vs ZAM Match 7 Match
Pitch is expected to be neutral with the help of pacers.
TCA Oval Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Blantyre, MW will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 19°C on the match day with 49% humidity and 15.5 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 38% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Rwanda is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Zambia remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Malawi Tri-Series 2026.
The pitch at TCA Oval is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Rwanda will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Zambia will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Rwanda batting and Zambia bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Rwanda showcase its strengths, or will Zambia pull off a major upset? Join us live on ESPN on 15-Aug-2026 to find out the answer!
