Media contacts for Kenya plus background details on Kenyan cricket
The first known match played in Kenya was in 1896, between visiting English seamen and a Mombasa XI
ICC Media Release
24-Feb-2003
Media wishing to speak to members of the Kenya cricket team should contact Kenya Team manager Mehmood Quarishy on +254 733 605 224
Background details on Kenyan cricket:
ICC Member since: 1981
Previous ICC CWC appearances: 1996,1999
Previous ICC CWC appearances: 1996,1999
First ever match
The first known match played in Kenya was in 1896, between visiting English seamen and a Mombasa XI. The first match in Nairobi was on 21st October 1899 between Nairobi Sports Club and Indian Cricket Club.
Cricket highpoint
On February 29, 1996 in Pune, India, Kenya beat West Indies by 73 runs. This was the first time Kenya had ever played in the ICC Cricket World Cup.
All-time legend
It is extremely difficult to single out one person but this tournament could be an opportunity for experienced captain Steve Tikolo to stake his claim for that accolade.
Strengths
The biggest strength of the current Kenya side is the batting line-up and they will be confident of chasing small totals against even the strongest bowling attacks.
Weaknesses
Kenya is still developing as a cricket nation and as yet has failed to unearth a genuinely quick bowler.
Media Contacts:
Brendan McClements: 083 417 5492
Jon Long: 083 417 5518