Uganda’s senior men’s national cricket team –the Cricket Cranes has for the last 12 days been tucked away conducting an exciting but intensive residential training bootcamp in Jinja as part of their build-up to the ICC T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final later this month in Harare, Zimbabwe.
The squad of 17 that consists talented mix of local and overseas-based players was under head coach Abhay Sharma and his assistant Jackson Ogwang.
“This camp was about hard work and bonding. Everyone trained, ate, and lived together, which created a strong team culture. We split sessions between batting, bowling, gym, and recovery to balance skills with fitness,” Sharma is quoted in the press release.
The backroom staff, led by Team Manager Charles Waiswa, Strength & Conditioning Coach Emmanuella Oroma, Physiotherapist Japheth Ndawula Juuko, and Convener of Selectors Nehal Bibodi were also part of the holistic camp. The players engaged in five high-intensity practice games, with notable shows from skipper Riazat Ali Shah, left-arm spinner Henry Ssenyondo, and newcomers Gaurav Tomer and Sumeet Verma.
“The camp gave us focus and togetherness. Zimbabwe will be tough, with Namibia, Kenya, and others, but our tour of South Africa will test us against quality sides like the Titans and Lions,” noted Riazat.
Overseas-based players resume gym and skill work at Fitness Junction and Kinetic Sports Arena, Mawanda Road this Tuesday September 8th, 2025 before an Open Media Session, including a trial match on Wednesday in Entebbe.
