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Uganda beat PNG by 3 wickets to claim historic T20 World Cup win

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Uganda secured a historic victory in the T20 World Cup.

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They defeated Papua New Guinea (PNG) by 3 wickets.

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This significant win marks Uganda's first-ever triumph in the T20 World Cup, showcasing their rising stature in international cricket.

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Match, held at Providence Stadium, witnessed a tense battle where Uganda successfully chased down PNG's total.

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Riazat Ali Shah emerged as the top scorer for Uganda, contributing 33 crucial runs.

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Riazat’s sixth-wicket partnership of 35 runs with Juma Miyagi (13) turned the tide in favor of the tournament debutants.

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PNG’s Charles Amini dropped Riazat when he was on eight, proving costly for the Pacific Islanders.

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The Ugandan team celebrated their historic win with dancing on the field, marking their first points in the World Cup.