By Arinzechi Chukwunonso
Nigeria’s YellowGreens opened their campaign in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier C with a commanding 160-run victory over Gambia at the MKO Abiola Stadium Cricket Oval in Abuja.
The hosts were inspired by an outstanding century from Selim Salau, whose explosive batting performance laid the foundation for Nigeria’s emphatic Matchday One triumph.
Salau smashed 105 runs off just 58 balls, delivering a crucial innings that put Nigeria in a strong position and helped the YellowGreens dominate their Gambian opponents.
The convincing result gives Nigeria an encouraging start to the six-nation qualifying tournament, where teams are competing for two places in the next stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup qualification process.
With their opening victory secured, the YellowGreens will aim to sustain their momentum and strengthen their chances of progressing to the next round as the competition continues in Abuja.
