RWANDA women cricket team succumbed to their third defeat against Tanzania in the in the International Cricket Council (ICC)/Africa Cricket Association (ACA) Ladies Tournament in Nairobi, Kenya.

Rwanda losing its third game in a row failed to record a victory over Tanzania which won by 242 runs. Tanzania batted first and made 242 runs for 8 and Rwanda chased and was all out on 52.

On Thursday, the national side lost by 330 runs as Kenya’s Sarah Batika inspired the home side to good performance.

Rwanda’s Jackline Nyiranongi was the highest wicket taker for debutants with two for 63. In reply, Rwanda could only manage to score a paltry 60 by the time their last batswoman had been sent back to the pavilion.

Diane Ineza top scored for the team with 17 and was the only one who managed to get a double digit score.

On Wednesday, Rwanda lost the opener against defending champions Uganda by 276 runs.

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