Nigeria vs Zambia, 1st Match, West Africa Trophy, 2025

West Africa Trophy
Finished
, December 04, 2025
Nigeria
NIG
138/8 (20)
Zambia
ZAMB
119/10 (19)
NIG won by 19 runs
Completed
Match Prediction
NIG v ZAMB
NIG to win
100%
NIG
0%
ZAMB
Mode: Completed Result: Nigeria won by 19 runs Final: NIG 138/8 (20 ov) vs ZAMB 119/10 (19 ov)
NIG Completed
— 100%
ZAMB
— 0%
Next 3 overs — (—)
Open —   Min —   Max —   Closed • Completed
Final: NIG 138/8 (20 ov) vs ZAMB 119/10 (19 ov)
Model-based estimates for information only. Not betting advice.

Nigeria vs Zambia Today Match Prediction: Get Live Match Prediction Update on Cricket83

The 1st Match of the West Africa Trophy is set to feature a head-to-head clash between Nigeria (NIG) and Zambia (ZAMB). A competitive, high-intensity encounter between the two well-matched sides is expected.

The Nigeria vs Zambia match prediction for today is being looked forward to by many fans. The NIG vs ZAMB game has been scheduled for Thursday, December 4, 9:00 AM UTC at Nigeria Cricket Federation Oval 1, Abuja, Nigeria.

MatchNigeria vs Zambia 1st Match
TournamentWest Africa Trophy
Date & TimeThursday, December 4, 9:00 AM UTC
VenueNigeria Cricket Federation Oval 1, Abuja, Nigeria

Nigeria vs Zambia Live Prediction: Get Pitch Report & Weather Updates

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Nigeria vs Zambia Live Prediction: Both Teams Recent Form

Nigeria Avg: 131.4

  • NIG vs RWN (Rwanda won by 23 runs)
    West Africa Trophy | 09 Dec 2025 09:00 AM
    NIG 105/9 (20 ov) | RWN 128/8 (20 ov)
    L
  • NIG vs ZAMB (Nigeria won by 23 runs)
    West Africa Trophy | 08 Dec 2025 01:00 PM
    NIG 158/8 (20 ov) | ZAMB 135/10 (19 ov)
    W
  • NIG vs SLE (Nigeria won by 9 wickets)
    West Africa Trophy | 07 Dec 2025 09:00 AM
    NIG 98/1 (11.2 ov) | SLE 95/10 (18.5 ov)
    W
  • NIG vs RWN (Nigeria won by 9 runs)
    West Africa Trophy | 06 Dec 2025 09:00 AM
    NIG 119/8 (20 ov) | RWN 110/7 (20 ov)
    W
  • NIG vs SLE (Nigeria won by 36 runs)
    West Africa Trophy | 05 Dec 2025 01:00 PM
    NIG 177/6 (20 ov) | SLE 141/5 (20 ov)
    W

Zambia Avg: 127.8

  • SLE vs ZAMB (Zambia won by 5 wickets)
    West Africa Trophy | 09 Dec 2025 01:00 PM
    SLE 129/7 (20 ov) | ZAMB 130/5 (19.0 ov)
    W
  • NIG vs ZAMB (Nigeria won by 23 runs)
    West Africa Trophy | 08 Dec 2025 01:00 PM
    NIG 158/8 (20 ov) | ZAMB 135/10 (19 ov)
    L
  • RWN vs ZAMB (Rwanda won by 8 wickets)
    West Africa Trophy | 07 Dec 2025 01:00 PM
    RWN 84/2 (11.5 ov) | ZAMB 83/10 (17.5 ov)
    L
  • SLE vs ZAMB (Zambia won by 15 runs)
    West Africa Trophy | 06 Dec 2025 01:00 PM
    SLE 162/5 (20 ov) | ZAMB 177/4 (20 ov)
    W
  • RWN vs ZAMB (Rwanda won by 7 wickets)
    West Africa Trophy | 05 Dec 2025 09:00 AM
    RWN 115/3 (18.5 ov) | ZAMB 114/7 (20 ov)
    L

Nigeria cricket team recent form has been marked by 80% wins, with an average batting score of 131.4. If Nigeria are sent in to bat first, a competitive par score is considered to be around 130, and anything beyond that is expected to make the chase difficult for Zambia.

Zambia cricket team recent form has been defined by 40% wins, with an average score of 127.8. If Zambia are to bat first, a target of 122 or more is regarded as necessary to gain an advantage against Nigeria.

Nigeria vs Zambia — Key Players (Last 5 Matches)

Nigeria — Key Players

Top Batters
  • Prosper Useni
    Form Score: 221.3
    44 runs (agg) · SR 208.2
  • Isaac Danladi
    Form Score: 151
    91 runs (agg) · SR 63.4
  • Ali Rahmon
    Form Score: 144.4
    76 runs (agg) · SR 91.6
Top Bowlers
  • Isaac Okpe
    Form Score: 111.2
    7 wkts (agg) · Econ 3.83
  • Joshua Asia
    Form Score: 45.1
    3 wkts (agg) · Econ 2.92
  • Okasha Isiyaku
    Form Score: 36.8
    4 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.54

Zambia — Key Players

Top Batters
  • Mohammed Asim
    Form Score: 208.7
    111 runs (agg) · SR 72.3
  • Jakir Patel
    Form Score: 163.3
    78 runs (agg) · SR 72.2
  • Ayaz Dadabhai
    Form Score: 148.3
    46 runs (agg) · SR 96.2
Top Bowlers
  • Soyeb Pendi
    Form Score: 47.7
    4 wkts (agg) · Econ 3.93
  • Ayaz Dadabhai
    Form Score: 36.2
    4 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.52
  • Javid Patel
    Form Score: 13.5
    3 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.82
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Match Details
Date
2025-12-04 14:30 PM
Venue
Nigeria Cricket Federation Oval 1, Abuja
Toss
Zambia elected to bowl
Umpires
    Tv Umpires
      Match Referee