Idia Royals Retain South-South Female Cricket League

Idia Royals Cricket Club has once again proven its dominance by retaining the South-South Female Cricket League title. Their commanding performance in the Super 4 playoffs, culminating in a decisive victory over Delta Force in the final, underscores a season of consistent excellence. This triumph not only solidifies their status as the leading team in the region but also highlights the growing strength and competitiveness of women's cricket in Nigeria.

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Lucky Piety led the charge with an outstanding unbeaten 58 runs off 39 balls, anchoring the innings and ensuring her side had a formidable total to defend.

The final match saw Idia Royals post an imposing 141 runs, anchored by an unbeaten 58 from Lucky Piety. The team's formidable batting lineup, bolstered by national team players, proved too much for Delta Force, who were restricted to just 58 runs. The disciplined bowling attack from Idia Royals, with multiple players taking key wickets, sealed a comprehensive win and showcased the team's all-round prowess.

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Peace Usen, Favour Eseigbe, and Oseyande Omonkhobho claimed two wickets each, while Piety Shola Adekunle chipped in with one wicket to seal a comprehensive victory.

Beyond the championship, the league itself represents a significant milestone for Nigerian women's cricket. Launched in 2021, it stands as the nation's first women's league, providing a crucial platform for talent development. The individual accolades awarded, including MVP, Best Batter, and Best Bowler, further recognize the emerging stars and the high level of play fostered by the competition, sponsored by key figures in Nigerian cricket.

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Eseigbe was named the Most Valuable Player for her all-round contributions, while Piety’s match-winning knock earned her the Best Batter award.