Kenya previously edged Nigeria by 11 runs in the 2024 World Cup qualifiers, also held in Lagos.
By Sunday evening, Namibia had secured victories over Nigeria (by 10 runs) and Sierra Leone (by 46 runs), while Tanzania thrashed Uganda and Nigeria by 73 and 122 runs, respectively. Kenya, Namibia, and Tanzania each have four points, but Tanzania lead the standings thanks to a superior net run rate.
The Kenyan camp in Lagos, Nigeria, is buzzing with confidence following the team’s strong start to the 2026 International Cricket Council (ICC) Under-19 Men’s World Cup Africa Division One qualifiers.
The 50-over competition, played in a round-robin format, also features defending champions Namibia, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Tanzania and the hosts. The ultimate prize is a sole ticket to the 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia.
