Dodoma, Sept. 6 -- Nigeria held their nerve in a tightly contested final against Zimbabwe atthe ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, securing a four-run victory to completean unbeaten campaign.
The triumph in Dar es Salaam also sealed Nigeria's qualification for next year's ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup, which will be hosted by Bangladesh and Nepal.
Nigeria posted 98 in the first innings before producing a disciplined bowling performance to dismiss Zimbabwe for 94 with just one ball remaining, securing Africa's sole qualificationspot for next year's tournament. They will represent the continent alongside South Africa atthe tournament.
Skipper Christabel Chukwuonye's knock of 21 was crucial in helping Nigeria post a competitive...