West Africa T20I Trophy 2025: Full Schedule & Match Details

The West Africa T20I Trophy 2025 kicks off on December 4. A total of four teams will play at the NCF Oval in Abuja for 11 days of T20 cricket.

Nigeria won the first edition in 2023 by beating Rwanda in the final. This year, they face Rwanda and Sierra Leone again, plus newcomer Zambia.

In this guide, you’ll find the complete match schedule, full squad lists, tournament format and rules, venue details, where to watch live coverage, and everything else.

West Africa T20I Trophy 2025 Full Schedule

Here are all 20 matches with dates and times. Every match is at the NCF Oval in Abuja.

Match No.	Date	Time (Local)	Match	Venue
1	Thu, 04 Dec	10:00 AM	Nigeria vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
2	Thu, 04 Dec	2:00 PM	Rwanda vs Sierra Leone	NCF Oval, Abuja
3	Fri, 05 Dec	10:00 AM	Rwanda vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
4	Fri, 05 Dec	2:00 PM	Nigeria vs Sierra Leone	NCF Oval, Abuja
5	Sat, 06 Dec	10:00 AM	Nigeria vs Rwanda	NCF Oval, Abuja
6	Sat, 06 Dec	2:00 PM	Sierra Leone vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
7	Sun, 07 Dec	10:00 AM	Nigeria vs Sierra Leone	NCF Oval, Abuja
8	Sun, 07 Dec	2:00 PM	Rwanda vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
9	Mon, 08 Dec	10:00 AM	Rwanda vs Sierra Leone	NCF Oval, Abuja
10	Mon, 08 Dec	2:00 PM	Nigeria vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
11	Tue, 09 Dec	10:00 AM	Nigeria vs Rwanda	NCF Oval, Abuja
12	Tue, 09 Dec	2:00 PM	Sierra Leone vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
13	Thu, 11 Dec	10:00 AM	Rwanda vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
14	Thu, 11 Dec	2:00 PM	Nigeria vs Sierra Leone	NCF Oval, Abuja
15	Fri, 12 Dec	10:00 AM	Nigeria vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
16	Fri, 12 Dec	2:00 PM	Rwanda vs Sierra Leone	NCF Oval, Abuja
17	Sat, 13 Dec	10:00 AM	Nigeria vs Rwanda	NCF Oval, Abuja
18	Sat, 13 Dec	2:00 PM	Sierra Leone vs Zambia	NCF Oval, Abuja
3rd Place Playoff	Sun, 14 Dec	10:00 AM	TBA vs TBA	NCF Oval, Abuja
Final	Sun, 14 Dec	2:00 PM	TBA vs TBA	NCF Oval, Abuja

Teams and Squads in West Africa Trophy 2025

4 teams are competing this year. Every team plays the other three times in a round-robin format. The top two teams make the final, while the third and fourth place teams play for 3rd place!

1. Nigeria (Defending Champions)

Nigeria is the team to beat. They won the first West Africa Trophy in 2023 and know how to win on home ground. Playing at the NCF Oval gives them a big advantage.

Squad: Daniel Ajekun, Elochukwu Ndubudem, Selim Salau, Isaac Danladi, Isaac Okpe, Kenneth Boniface, Prosper Useni, Sylvester Okpe, Vincent Adewoye, Ali Rahmon (wk), Sulaimon Runsewe (wk), Abdullahi Ismail, Joshua Asia, Okasha Isiyaku

2. Rwanda

Rwanda reached the final in 2023 but lost to Nigeria. They’re hungry to go one step further this time. 

Squad: Daniel Gumyusenge, Hamza Khan, Isae Niyomugabo, Orchide Tuyisenge, Oscar Manishimwe, Clinton Rubagumya, Iradukunda Michel, Zirahangaje Francois, Didier Ndikubwimana (wk), Emile Rukiriza, Ignace Ntirenganya, Israel Mugisha, Muhammad Nadir, Zappy Bimenyimana

3. Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone are the underdog but can surprise everyone. They have played T20I cricket before and gained valuable experience. With nothing to lose, they might play fearless cricket.

Squad: Abu Kamara, Brima Ansumana, Ibrahim Kpaka, Lansana Lamin, Mohamed Turay, Abass Gbla, Chernoh Bah, John Bangura (wk), Yegbeh Jalloh (wk), Ibrahim Kari, James Bangura, John Lassayo, Raymond Coker, Solomon Williams

4. Zambia 

Zambia recently became an ICC Associate Member again at the 2025 Annual General Meeting. This is the first time that they’re playing in this tournament. 

Squad: Jakir Patel, Lawrence Mutale, Mohammed Asim, Musonda Yambayamba, Javid Patel, Shahnawaz Patel, Zoyeb Chand, Benson Chama (wk), Mohammad Bhaidu (wk), Abbasbhai Patel, Aslam Bera, Ayaz Dadabhai, Salman Patel, Soyeb Pendi

West Africa Trophy 2025 Venue

All matches happen at the NCF Oval in Abuja, Nigeria. This is Nigeria’s home ground and gives them a strong advantage. 

December weather in Abuja is warm and dry, perfect for cricket. Expect some high-scoring matches on what should be good batting pitches.

Where to Watch West Africa Trophy 2025

Check out the live streaming options in this section.

1. In India: There will likely be no telecast or streaming in India.

2. In Nigeria: Check local sports channels for live coverage. If you’re in Abuja, visit the NCF Oval to watch matches live.

3. Other Countries: Check your local cricket streaming platforms or the ICC website for broadcast details.

4. Free Option: Watch all the matches live on the Nigeria Cricket Federation YouTube channel for free. 

Why West Africa Trophy 2025 Matters

The West Africa Trophy isn’t just another tournament. Here’s why it’s important:

1. ICC Rankings: This is an official ICC event. Results count toward international T20I rankings. Teams can improve their global standing.

2. Zambia’s Return: After years away, Zambia is back in international cricket. This marks a fresh start for Zambian cricket.

3. Regional Development: West African cricket is growing. Tournaments like this help countries improve and find new talent.

4. Path to Bigger Events: Good performances here can help teams qualify for bigger ICC events in the future.

5. Home Advantage: Nigeria gets to defend their title at home. Winning in front of home fans would be huge.

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• ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
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Conclusion: West Africa T20I Trophy Starts from December 4

The West Africa T20I Trophy 2025 starts on December 4. Nigeria wants to defend their crown. Rwanda wants revenge. Sierra Leone wants respect. Zambia wants to announce their comeback.

With 20 matches over 11 days, there’s plenty of cricket to enjoy. The tournament ends December 14 with the final and 3rd place playoff. Get ready for West African cricket at its best!

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