Rwanda vs Swaziland T20I head to head records are primarily contested at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium in Kigali, the central hub for T20I cricket in the region since 2021.

The venue has hosted 115 matches between August 2021 and July 2025, featuring extreme statistical outliers such as Tanzania’s highest team total of 242/6 and Malawi’s lowest score of 11/0.

Rwanda vs Swaziland T20I head to head. Photo: Benelias99 / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0

What is the highest team total in this rivalry?

On the bowling front, the best figures recorded at Gahanga are 5 wickets for 5 runs. This exceptional performance was delivered by Ali Dawood on 2025-07-25. Such economical bowling highlights the potential for spinners and pace bowlers to exploit the pitch conditions in Kigali. Dawood's figures stand out as the most dominant individual bowling effort in the venue's recent history, occurring just two days before the most recent match recorded on 2025-07-27.

Match frequency and venue statistics

Gahanga International Cricket Stadium in Kigali has served as a primary hub for T20I cricket in the region, hosting 115 matches between 18 August 2021 and 27 July 2025. This volume of fixtures establishes the venue as a consistent stage for international competition, with Rwanda emerging as the most active team at the ground. The host nation has participated in 47 of these encounters, reflecting the stadium's role in anchoring the local side's home schedule. The concentration of matches over this five-year period highlights the venue's importance to the regional cricketing calendar, providing a stable environment for both home and away teams to contest high-stakes games.

The statistical profile of these 115 matches reveals significant variance in team performances. The highest team total recorded at the venue is 242/6, achieved by Tanzania on 2 November 2021. This scoreline demonstrates the scoring potential available on the pitch, particularly when conditions favor the batsmen. Conversely, the lowest team total is 11/0, set by Malawi on 18 November 2022. This extreme contrast between the highest and lowest scores underscores the unpredictable nature of T20I cricket at Gahanga, where matches can swing from high-scoring thrillers to tight, low-run affairs depending on the day's conditions and team form.

Frequently asked questions

What is the highest team total recorded at Gahanga International Cricket Stadium?

Who holds the record for the highest individual batting score at this venue?

OH Agbomadzie holds the record with a score of 107, achieved on December 8, 2022.

What are the best bowling figures recorded at Gahanga International Cricket Stadium?

Ali Dawood recorded the best bowling figures with 5/5 on July 25, 2025.

When was the first T20I match played at this stadium?

The first match at the venue took place on August 18, 2021.

Which team has played the most matches at Gahanga International Cricket Stadium?

Rwanda is the most active team at the venue, having played 47 matches.

Summary

Gahanga International Cricket Stadium has hosted 115 T20I matches from August 18, 2021, to July 27, 2025. Key records include Tanzania’s highest total of 242/6, Malawi’s lowest total of 11/0, OH Agbomadzie’s highest individual score of 107, and Ali Dawood’s best bowling figures of 5/5. Rwanda is the most frequent participant with 47 matches.

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