Junior Patriots Jet Off to Kigali for ICC World Cup Qualifiers

The Sierra Leone Under-19 Men’s Cricket Team has officially departed for Kigali, Rwanda, to compete in the 2026 ICC Africa Division 2 Qualifier. The squad enters the tournament with high expectations as they begin their journey toward World Cup qualification.

The Junior Patriots are set to renew intense rivalries with hosts Rwanda and regional rivals Ghana. Previous encounters against both sides have been evenly matched, with Sierra Leone holding a balanced record of one win and one defeat against each opponent.

Action begins on August 9, 2026, when Sierra Leone faces Ghana in a highly anticipated opening fixture. 

This match serves as a crucial opportunity for the young team to break the deadlock in their head-to-head record and secure a vital early advantage in the tournament standings.

Now settled on Rwandan soil, the squad is focused on clinching a promotion spot to advance through the ICC qualification pathway. With national pride on the line, the Patriots are determined to deliver a standout performance on the continental stage.