NIGERIA TO STAGE AFRICA’S FINAL SUB-REGIONAL QUALIFIER ON ROUTE TO ICC MEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2028

• Six teams will battle for two qualification tickets to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier in 2027 

• 15 matches will be played across two venues and eight days in Abuja, starting 20 October 

• Fans can watch all matches live and free on icc.tv globally and Fancode in India

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier C will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, from 18 to 26 October 2026, bringing the African sub-regional stage of qualification for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 to a close. 

Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria, The Gambia, Uganda and Zambia will compete across 15 matches at the NCF Oval 1 and NCF Oval 2 grounds. The six teams will play in a single round-robin format, with the top two progressing to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final in 2027. 

Tanzania, Ghana, Rwanda and Kenya have already secured their places at the Regional Final through Africa’s first two Sub-Regional Qualifiers. 

Nigeria Cricket Federation President, Uyi Akpata, said: “On behalf of the Nigeria Cricket Federation, I warmly welcome you to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier C being hosted here in the beautiful city of the Nation’s capital, Abuja. It’s a privilege to greet our talented teams from Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria, The Gambia, Uganda and Zambia, alongside officials, supporters and stakeholders.  

“More than just a competition, this tournament is a celebration of Africa’s cricketing future and Nigeria’s rising role on the global stage. Our Iconic venues, steeped in tradition and buzzing with excitement, are ready to showcase your skill and talent to the world. Cricket is thriving across Nigeria and our continent, uniting nations and inspiring our youths and this qualifier, featuring stars from all the participating countries, marks a proud milestone in that journey.” 

All matches will be streamed live on ICC.tv globally and Fancode in India, with scores and updates available on the ICC’s official website. 

Squads: 

Lesotho: Tsepiso David Chaoana (capt), Jabulani Matjatje, Lefulere Monanthane, Ajaz Patel, Mpiti Lerotholi, Tanki Khetsi, Chachole Tlali, Lebona Leokaoke, Momeduvesh Patel, Khauta Malei, Thamae Gladwin, Bahlakoana Mejaro, Mohammed Khan, Mohammed Inshaf Farook   

Mozambique: Agostinho Navicha(capt), Farruque Nhaduate, Lourenco Solomone, Jose Bulele, Camate Bez, Viera Tembo, Gomes Frederico Gomes, Loureno Simango, Manussur Algi, Jose Joao, Joao Huo, Charles Mbebe, Quelido Uqueio, Emmerson Ndzeute 

Nigeria: Chima Akachukwu (capt), Peter Aho, Isaac Danladi, Elochukwu Ndubudem, Miracle Akhigbe, Sylvester Okpe, Selim Salau, Ali Rahmon, Abdullahi Ismail, Kenneth Boniface, Isaac Okpe, Abdulmumuni Mohammed, Kareem Ridwan, Vincent Adewoye 

 
The Gambia: Bubacarr Kuyateh(capt), Muhammed Manga, Modou Bojang, Musa Jobarteh, Aniru Conteh, Alieu Gibba, Malang Touray, David Demba, Ousman Bah, Pa Assan Faye, Mustapha Suwareh, Frank Campbel, Fallou Thorpe, Andreh Jarju

Uganda: Riazat Ali Shah (capt), Robinson Obuya, Pius Oloka, Cyrus Kakuru, Alpesh Ramjani, Miyaji Juma, Enock Kasaija, Kenneth Waiswa, Raghav Dhawan, Gerald Olipa, Sumeet Verma, Joseph Baguma, Charles Musemeza, Anas Mirza 

Zambia: Javid Patel (Capt), Jakir Patel, Joyebbhai Chand, Zahirbhai Patel, Zakirhushen Patel, Chimya Chilekwa, Soeb Pendi, Vasimakram Chand, Mahmed Dadabhai, Ismail Kara, Shadreck Malama, Robert Lungu, Musonda YambaYamba, Joseph Zulu 

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier C schedule: 

Tuesday, 20 October 

09:30 - Uganda vs. Zambia, NCF Oval 1 

13:50 - Lesotho vs. Mozambique, NCF Oval 1 

13:50 - Nigeria vs. The Gambia, NCF Oval 2 

Wednesday, 21 October 

09:30 - Mozambique vs. The Gambia, NCF Oval 1 

09:30 - Lesotho vs. Uganda, NCF Oval 2 

13:50 - Zambia vs. Nigeria, NCF Oval 1 

Friday, 23 October 

09:30 - Nigeria vs. Mozambique, NCF Oval 1 

09:30 - Zambia vs. Lesotho, NCF Oval 2 

13:50 - The Gambia vs. Uganda, NCF Oval 2 

Saturday, 24 October 

09:30 - Uganda vs. Mozambique, NCF Oval 2 

13:50 - The Gambia vs. Zambia, NCF Oval 1 

13:50 - Lesotho vs. Nigeria, NCF Oval 2 

Sunday, 25 October 

09:30 - The Gambia vs. Lesotho, NCF Oval 1 

09:30 - Mozambique vs. Zambia, NCF Oval 2 

13:50 - Nigeria vs. Uganda, NCF Oval 1