Hosts Zimbabwe and <a href="https://cricket.worldwide/washington-sundar-replaced-by-naman-dhir-for-west-indies-t20is-all-rounder-to-play-ranji-trophy/" title="Washington Sundar replaced by Naman Dhir for West Indies T20Is, all-rounder to play Ranji Trophy”>West Indies step into this series-opening T20I clash bringing loads of vitality and momentum, setting up a compelling showdown. West Indies maintain the upper hand on paper because of their explosive core and intensive experience in short-format cricket, however Zimbabwe have proven they’re no pushovers on residence soil after securing a hard-fought win through the current ODI fixtures. With recreation changers in each dugouts eager to state their intent, this first T20I promises an intense battle as each side look to take early control of the three-match series.
For Zimbabwe, success will depend on managing the center overs towards a potent Caribbean bowling assault whereas holding the scoreboard transferring. The host nation will rely heavily on key figures like Josephine Nkomo to select up essential wickets and anchor the facet, alongside Modester Mupachikwa at the prime to construct a solid foundation. In the meantime, West Indies carry a deadly combination of energy and tactical poise led by skipper Chinelle Henry and veteran campaigner Stafanie Taylor. If the guests’ star performers settle in early, West Indies will back themselves to dictating terms and stride ahead in the series opener.
Squads:
Zimbabwe Girls’s Cricket Crew
Josephine Nkomo, Beloved Biza, Olinder Chare, Francisca Chipare, Chiedza Dhururu, Tendai Makusha, Michelle Mavunga, Sharne Mayers, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Modester Mupachikwa, Christine Mutasa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loryn Phiri, Nomvelo Sibanda
West Indies Girls’s Cricket Crew
Aaliyah Alleyne, Eboni Brathwaite, Shemaine Campbelle, Jahzara Claxton, Afy Fletcher, Jannillea Glasgow, Realeanna Grimmond, Shawnisha Hector, Chinelle Henry, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor, Zaida James
Where to Watch Zimbabwe Girls vs West Indies Girls
Venue – Takashinga Sports Club, Harare
Fixtures and Results:
1st ODI – September 24, 2026 – West Indies gained by 99 runs
2nd ODI – September 27, 2026 – Zimbabwe gained by 4 wickets
third ODI – September 30, 2026 – West Indies gained by 91 runs
1st T20I – October 03, 2026 – Harare
2nd T20I – October 05, 2026 – Harare
3rdT20I – October 07, 2026 – Harare
Dwell and Streaming Details:
India & Subcontinent – Streaming is out there on Zimbabwe Cricket
Caribbean & Americas – Streamed reside on Zimbabwe Cricket YouTube channel
Southern Africa (including Zimbabwe) – Broadcast reside on SuperSport (SuperSport Cricket / Grandstand) and obtainable on the DStv Stream app
Remainder of the World – Accessible for freenels
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