The Zimbabwe Women’s Regional T20 Tournament has built up to an exciting finale, with the Southerns Women firmly in control so far. They cruised to victory in the opening match by chasing down 124 with six wickets in hand and three balls to spare. Building on that, the Southerns were even more dominant in the second game, bowling out Northerns for just 78 and sealing a seven-wicket triumph with 15 balls remaining. With two comfortable wins, Southerns are eyeing a clean sweep, while Northerns will be desperate for a win to end on a high.
Squads:
Northerns Women’s Cricket Team
Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Modester Mupachikwa, Nokutenda Makanhiwa, Loryn Phiri, Christabel Chatonzwa, Adel Zimunu, Passionate Munorwei, Audrey Mazvishaya, Nomvelo Sibanda, Tendai Makusha
Southerns Women’s Cricket Team
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Natasha Mtomba, Josephine Nkomo, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare, Christine Mutasa, Kate Ebrahim, Lindokuhle Mabhero
Players to watch out:
Loryn Phiri
Loryn Phiri is a valuable right-arm off-break bowler for Zimbabwe, most effective in WT20Is where she has claimed 26 wickets at an excellent average of 13.57 and an economy rate of 5.15. In ODIs, she has contributed with the bat, scoring 188 runs at an average of 23.50, including a high score of 69. This competition, Phiri has aggregated 40 runs from two innings, showcasing her versatility at the crease. With a best of 32 and a brisk strike rate near 89, she has given Northerns useful starts.
Kelis Ndhlovu
Kelis Tanyaradzwa Ndhlovu is a young but impactful Slow Left-arm Orthodox all-rounder for Zimbabwe Women. In her 58 WT20I matches, she has been a key contributor with both bat and ball. With the bat, she has scored 1055 runs across 55 innings, averaging 22.44 with a strike rate of 98.41, including three 50+ scores and a high score of 70*. Equally effective with the ball, she has taken an impressive 44 wickets at an average of 19.79, maintaining a good economy rate of 5.89.
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano is a prolific scorer for the Zimbabwe Women’s team in WT20Is, having played 65 matches across 60 innings. She has accumulated a total of 1327 runs at a solid average of 27.08. Her batting strike rate is 107.10, and she has registered two half-centuries in the format. The experienced left-hander leads the run charts with 49 runs in two matches of the series so far, averaging 49. Her unbeaten 38* proved vital in steadying Southerns’ innings.
Kate Ebrahim
Kate Ebrahim is an experienced right-arm medium pace bowler who has represented New Zealand Women and domestic teams like Canterbury Women. She is primarily a bowler, having taken 22 wickets in 39 WT20Is at an average of 27.04 and an economy of 6.15 and as a lower-order batter, she has contributed 91 runs in WT20Is. Ebrahim’s composed 39 from 38 balls exemplified her experience and technical control in the series so far.
Pitch:
The pitch at Old Hararians in Harare is known for being hard and bouncy, favoring pace bowlers with lively bounce in the early overs. As the match wears on, spinners can get some assistance from the surface, adding a strategic dimension to the game. The pitch is consistent and well-regarded for competitive cricket, with a good balance between bat and ball.
Weather:
The forecast for Harare predicts a sunny day with temperatures reaching around 33°C and a low of 16°C. There is no expected rainfall, making for clear and warm conditions. The humidity averages around 50%, and the wind speed is mild to moderate, offering pleasant conditions.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Kelis Ndhlovu, Loryn Phiri, Christabel Chatonzwa, Audrey Mazvishaya, Nomvelo Sibanda, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Natasha Mtomba, Josephine Nkomo, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Kate Ebrahim
Match Details:
Date – November 5, 2025
Time – 1:30 PM IST
Venue – Old Hararians, Harare, Zimbabwe
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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