Following their groundbreaking victory over New Zealand, Nigeria’s Junior Female Yellow Greens cricket team is already focused on their next challenge: a crucial match against South Africa on January 22nd. Coach Sarah Bakhita has issued a bold statement, declaring her team’s determination to fight for another win.
Nigeria achieved a historic milestone on Monday, securing their first-ever victory in the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup with their triumph over New Zealand at the Borneo Cricket Ground.
However, Bakhita is keen to keep the team grounded and focused on the upcoming match.
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While acknowledging South Africa as a formidable opponent, Bakhita emphasized that her team will not be intimidated. “We have to go to the drawing board because there are somethings we can do better. We have to get ready because South Africa is an experienced team. We do not underestimate any team but we do not underestimate ourselves,” she stated.
Bakhita expressed confidence in her team’s abilities, adding, “We know we are well capable but it is important to step up and go harder. South Africa is big but we know what we can do. We are fighters so we know we will give them a tough match.”
Despite the immediate focus on South Africa, Bakhita also reflected on the significance of the win against New Zealand, calling it an “unbelievable moment.” “The win was unbelievable, it felt so good. We know that the girls had it in them but it was a big win. We analysed some of the strengths of the opponents and the girls played to the plan,” she said.
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