Cricket excitement reaches a new peak as the West Africa Trophy Men’s T20 2025 officially kicks off today at the NCF Oval, Abuja. Captains from Nigeria, Zambia, Sierra Leone, and Rwanda gathered earlier for the ceremonial photo shoot, standing proudly beside the tournament trophy as they prepared to lead their sides into one of the region’s most anticipated cricket events.
*One frame at a time. The journey starts long before the first ball is bowled… and these stills say it all.*
The captain’s photo shoot captures the passion, pride, and promise each nation brings into this year’s tournament, setting the perfect tone as the battle for regional supremacy begins.
The West Africa Trophy T20, scheduled for *4th–14th December 2025*, brings together four dynamic national teams battling for supremacy, regional pride, and a place in the tournament’s growing legacy. With rising talent, renewed rivalries, and high energy cricket on display, fans can look forward to ten days of thrilling T20 action.
A press statement issued by the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), through its Media Manager, Mr. Zeal Ibe in the early hours of this morning, Thursday, December 4, 2025 gave today’s fixtures as follows:
Opening Day Fixtures: Thursday, 4th December 2025
Match 1: Nigeria vs Zambia — 10:00 AM
The host nation begins their campaign against a determined Zambian side, promising a fiery opening encounter as both teams look to set the tone early.
Match 2: Sierra Leone vs Rwanda — 2:00 PM
The afternoon clash features two competitive teams eager to make their mark and secure their first points on the board.
As the tournament commences, cricket fans across Africa and beyond are encouraged to follow the action, support their teams, and be part of the growing momentum around game.
*The race for the West Africa Trophy begins, may the best team rise to the top.*
*Zeal IBE*
*Media Manager*
*Nigeria Cricket Federation*
