Nigeria Cricket Federation Prepares for 2026 Women’s T20i and U-17 Championships
The Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) is preparing for the 2026 Women’s T20i and U-17 Championships, aiming to boost women's cricket and grassroots development. The Women’s T20i tournament will kick off with a bilateral series in Rwanda, following a year's hiatus due to scheduling conflicts.
The NCF is focused on strengthening the national women's team and providing valuable exposure to emerging female players. Additionally, the seventh edition of the National U-17 Championship is set to begin soon, with zonal qualifiers scheduled from February 10 to 23 across Nigeria's geopolitical zones.
These qualifiers serve as a crucial platform for young players to test their skills in a competitive multi-state environment and gain exposure. The NCF emphasizes that the U-17 Championship is vital for discovering new cricket talent in the country and offers participants the opportunity to represent Nigeria proudly.
The article also mentions Nigeria's participation in the ICC Women's U-19 T20 World Cup in Malaysia.
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