Fanny Creates History in Women’s T20 Cricket
Fanny Utagushimaninde made history as the youngest player to score a century in international T20 cricket through her 111-run performance in a match against Ghana. She scored 111 runs from 65 balls, including 17 fours, during a match against Ghana at the Nigeria Invitational Tournament.
With this performance, she became:
- The youngest cricketer to score a century in International T20 cricket (15 years, 223 days)
- The first player to score a century on debut in Women’s International T20 cricket
Her innings set a new benchmark in international cricket at a very early age.
Records Broken by Fanny
- She broke the record of Proscovia Alako, who scored a century at the age of 16 years and 233 days in 2019.
- She also went past the debut record of Karen Rolton, who had scored 96 not out in her first match in 2005.
Fanny now holds the record for the highest individual score on debut in Women’s International T20 cricket.
Comparison with Men’s Cricket Record
- Gustav McKeon became the youngest player to score a T20 international century in men's cricket when he achieved this milestone at 18 years and 280 days.
- Fanny’s achievement places her ahead in terms of age, making her the youngest cricketer overall to score an international T20 century.
Match Summary and Result
Rwanda batted first and posted a strong total.
- Rwanda achieved a total of 210 runs with three wickets remaining.
- Fanny scored 111 runs to lead the team.
Ghana struggled during the chase
- Ghana finished the match with a score of 88 runs and lost 8 wickets.
Rwanda won the match comfortably. Fanny received the Player of the Match award for her outstanding performance.
