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Uganda Takes the Lead in First World Cup Appearance with Captain Brian Masaba!

Uganda has appointed Brian Masaba as the captain of their squad for the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup, which will be held in the USA and the West Indies. This marks Uganda’s first time participating in a World Cup. The team will consist of 15 players, including Frank Nsubuga, who is set to be the oldest player in the tournament.

Riazat Ali Shah has been named as the vice-captain of the team, with Ronald Lutaaya and Innocent Mwebaze serving as traveling reserve players. Uganda and Namibia were the two teams to qualify for the T20 World Cup from the Africa leg of the qualifiers, beating out teams like Zimbabwe.

Uganda has been placed in Group C for the tournament alongside Afghanistan, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and the West Indies. Their first match will be against Afghanistan in Providence, Guyana on June 4th. The squad includes Kenneth Waiswa, Dinesh Nakrani, and Ronak Patel among others.

The team is looking forward to their first appearance in a senior men’s ICC World Cup and hopes to make an impact in their debut tournament. Stay tuned for more updates on their progress in the T20 World Cup. Download our app now to follow all the action live.

Megan Smith

As a content writer at newsgas.com, I craft engaging and informative articles to keep our readers informed about the latest in the energy industry. With a passion for research and a knack for storytelling, I strive to create content that not only educates but also entertains. From breaking news to in-depth features, I enjoy diving into various topics to deliver quality content that resonates with our audience. When I'm not typing away at my keyboard, you can find me exploring new coffee shops or diving into a good book. Cheers to bringing you the latest energy news straight to your screen!

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