Nigeria, currently ranked 36th in the ICC T20 rankings, are the highest-ranked team in the group and are expected to dominate the opening game against St. Helena.
Nigeria's Cricket head coach Steve Tikolo has expressed confidence in his team's ability to win the ICC T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Qualifier C.
The Yellow Greens will start their campaign in the ICC T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Qualifier C on Saturday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.
Nigeria, ranked 36th in the ICC T20 rankings, are the highest-ranked team in the group and are expected to dominate when they play against St. Helena in the first game.
Tikolo confirmed the team's readiness and stated their goal is to win the qualifiers and advance to the next round.
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"For us, it's not only about qualifying for the next round but winning the tournament and becoming champions," he said.
Meanwhile, Uyi Akpata, President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation, recognised the significance of the Qualifiers and the crucial role of home support in the team's success.
"As the host nation and the highest-ranked team in the tournament, Nigeria is ready to lead the charge at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier C.
"With home support and an unyielding determination to dominate, the Yellow-Greens are set to put on a thrilling show as they aim to solidify their place on the road to the World Cup," said the NCF.
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