Mixed start for Botswana in cricket qualifiers

Botswana had made a stuttering start when the Herons suffered a heavy defeat against a resolute Kenya, going down by 111 runs on Saturday. The home side was bundled out for a paltry 53, chasing an imposing 166 to win.

Kenya had won the toss and decided to bat, and saw their batters hit the ball to all corners of the pitch as the Botswana bowlers toiled. The result was never in doubt as the Herons made a slow start, slumping to 13 for five in the ninth over. Five batswomen were removed for a duck as Kenya tightened the screw in a contest that was never in doubt.