Nigeria’s U-19 women’s cricket team, the Junior Female Yellow Greens, achieved a remarkable milestone by defeating New Zealand, a test-playing nation, by two runs in their debut match at the 2025 ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia.
The historic encounter unfolded on Monday at the Borneo Cricket Ground in Sarawak. After their scheduled opening match against Samoa was abandoned due to rain on Saturday, Nigeria’s determined players finally had their moment on the field. However, the clash with New Zealand began with a two-hour delay caused by a wet outfield.
New Zealand opted to bowl first after winning the toss in the shortened 13-over game. Despite losing an early wicket, Nigeria’s captain, Lucky Piety, spearheaded the recovery, smashing the team’s maiden World Cup six. New Zealand quickly struck back with two wickets, leaving Nigeria struggling at 28 for three after the powerplay.
Lilian Ude added a vital 19 runs, while Omosigho Eguakun finished strongly with a boundary on the last ball, setting New Zealand a target of 66 runs for the loss of six wickets in 13 overs.
In the second innings, the Junior Yellow Greens showcased their bowling prowess. Peace Usen made an immediate impact by taking Nigeria’s first-ever World Cup wicket on the opening ball through a run-out of Kate Irwin, followed by the dismissal of Emma McLeod for three.
Although Eve Wolland and Anika Todd provided stability to New Zealand’s innings, their dismissals at the hands of Piety and Shola Adekunle reignited Nigeria’s chances. In a nail-biting final over, Ude bowled brilliantly, giving away just six runs and effecting a run-out on the last delivery to secure a stunning victory.
Lucky Piety, who played a pivotal role with her all-round performance—scoring 18 runs off 22 balls and taking one wicket for eight runs in three overs—was named Player of the Match.
This incredible win places Nigeria in second position in Group C with three points, just behind South Africa, who secured their second consecutive win by defeating Samoa by 10 wickets. Both Nigeria and South Africa are strong contenders to progress to the Super 6 stage. The two teams are set to face off on Wednesday in a decisive match to determine the group leaders.
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