LILONGWE, Malawi – Drama and dominance defined Day 2 of the 2025 Africa Netball Cup for Uganda. The Men’s National Team, ‘The Rock’, made history with a thrilling 40-39 comeback win over Botswana in their debut match, while the She Cranes cruised into the semifinals with a 59-38 thrashing of Zimbabwe.
The Rock’s Nail-Biting Victory
Trailing 14-10 in the first quarter, Uganda mounted a stunning comeback, outplaying Botswana in the second half. The final quarter was edge-of-the-seat tension, with Uganda snatching a one-goal win. A statement of intent for their continental debut.
Match Stats:
- Q1: Uganda 10 – 14 Botswana
- HT: Uganda 22 – 19 Botswana
- Q3: Uganda 29 – 33 Botswana
- FT: Uganda 40 – 39 Botswana
She Cranes Dominate, Secure Semifinals
Meanwhile, the She Cranes were masterful against Zimbabwe, dominating with slick passes and sharp shooting. This win guarantees their semifinal spot, sending a clear message: they’re trophy-hungry.
Next Up:
- The Rock faces Zimbabwe later today.
- She Cranes take on Namibia Thursday.
