By Zainab Shafiq 
Uganda is ready to make history! The East African nation will compete in its first-ever ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, held across the West Indies and USA from June 1st to 29th. Brian Masaba captains the Ugandan squad of 15, which features a surprising but exciting selection: 43-year-old veteran allrounder Frank Nsubuga.
Nsubuga is set to become the tournament’s oldest player, surpassing Oman’s Mohammad Nadeem and Naseem Khushi (both 41). His experience, likely as an off-spin bowler, will be crucial for the young Ugandan team. Riazat Ali Shah will be Masaba’s deputy, while Ronald Lutaaya and Innocent Mwebaze join as reserves.
Qualifying for the World Cup is a massive achievement for Uganda. They secured their spot alongside Namibia during the African qualifiers, leaving behind established teams like Zimbabwe. This is a testament to Uganda’s growing cricketing prowess.
Uganda finds itself in Group C alongside Afghanistan, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and the West Indies. Their World Cup journey kicks off on June 4th against Afghanistan in Providence, Guyana. This historic appearance is a significant moment for Ugandan cricket. The team, with its blend of experience and youthful energy, is sure to play with passion on the world stage.