Zambia cricket National has suffered an 87-run defeat to Uganda in their opening match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C in Abuja, Nigeria, on Tuesday.
Chasing 196 runs for victory, Zambia were bowled out for 108 in 17.3 overs, with Joyebbhai Vali Chand top-scoring with 38 runs off 28 balls, while Jakir Patel added 23.
Earlier, Uganda had posted 195 for six in 20 overs, with Joseph Zulu and Ismail Kara taking two wickets each for Zambia.
Zambia will aim to bounce back against hosts Nigeria in their next fixture.
By Canaan Siame
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