Karim stars as Kenya thrash Denmark in ICC Challenge League A

NAIROBI, Kenya, October 22, 2026 – Kenya started off the final round of the International Cricket Council (ICC) CWC Challenge League A by beating Denmark with 103 runs at the Nairobi Gymkhana Ground on Wednesday evening. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Kenya posted an imposing 324 for seven in their allotted 50 overs, with a century from Irfan Karim laying the foundation for the hosts. Denmark fought back with the bat but were eventually bowled out for 221 in 44.1 overs. Karim anchored Kenya’s innings with a composed 106 off 115 balls, striking nine fours to guide his side...

After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Kenya posted an imposing 324 for seven in their allotted 50 overs, with a century from Irfan Karim laying the foundation for the hosts.

Denmark fought back with the bat but were eventually bowled out for 221 in 44.1 overs.

Karim anchored Kenya’s innings with a composed 106 off 115 balls, striking nine fours to guide his side through the middle overs.

Subham Patel added 48 from 55 deliveries, while Rakep Patel covered up with 57 off 65 balls to strengthen Kenya’s position.

Sachin Gill provided further momentum with 49 from 41 balls, including three sixes, before Francis Mutua finished unbeaten on 21 from 14 deliveries.

Shem Ngoche added a quick six towards the long-on from the only ball he faced as Kenya closed on a strong total.

Source: Capital FM Sports