Nigeria’s under-19 women’s cricket team secured its first-ever ICC Women’s T20 World Cup win in Malaysia, defeating New Zealand in a thrilling match. Nigeria batted first, scoring 65-6 in 13 overs, then delivered a stellar fielding performance to restrict New Zealand to 63-6.
With nine runs needed in the final over, Lillop Lilian Ude’s tight bowling sealed Nigeria’s victory by two runs. The team’s jubilation was evident as they celebrated this historic milestone.
To advance, Nigeria must now defeat a strong South African side. At the National Orientation Agency (NOA), we celebrate their resilience and proudly name them our “Real Nigerians of the Week
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