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Botswana plots to slay Kenya in decider

Match-up: Botswana will face Kenya for the second time PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Match-up: Botswana will face Kenya for the second time PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The ICC World Cup Africa Division 2 qualifier final between the Botswana women's cricket team and Kenya at the Botswana Cricket Association (BCA) Oval promises a David and Goliath showdown.

Action on the pitch starts from 2pm with Botswana seeking redemption after the East Africans handed them a 111-run defeat on opening day. Despite the setback, the Herons made a remarkable comeback, notching three consecutive victories on the trot.

On Sunday, Botswana defeated Lesotho by an impressive 173-run, setting up a decisive encounter against Malawi. Despite early difficulties against Malawi, Botswana rallied, led by all-rounder Goabilwe Matome, securing a crucial five-run victory that propelled them to the semi-finals against Sierra Leone. The West Africans struggled to maintain a consistent line and length, conceding 50 extras as Botswana amassed 131 runs in 20 overs.

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