Rwanda Women will take on Malawi Women in the 5th match of the Kwibuka Women’s T20 Tournament 2026 at the Gahanga B Ground in Kigali on June 11. Both teams will be looking to make a strong start and collect important points early in the tournament.
Rwanda have enjoyed a good record against Malawi in recent meetings. They have won each of their last three matches against Malawi, including victories by 67 runs, 49 runs and nine wickets. However, Malawi have continued to improve in recent years and will be hoping to challenge the hosts in this encounter. With several experienced players on both sides and conditions that often help bowlers, fans can expect a closely fought contest.
Squads:
Rwanda Women’s Cricket Team
Diane Bimenyimana, Fanny Utagushimaninde, Gisele Ishimwe, Henriette Ishimwe, Clarisse Umutoniwase, Merveille Uwase, Belyse Murekatete, Rosine Irera, Ruth Uwimana, Alice Ikuzwe, Geovanis Uwase, Georgette Ingabire, Flora Irakoze, Grace Umugwaneza
Malawi Women’s Cricket Team
Euless Chiralile, Christina Bwanali, Princess Chidatha, Sophina Chinawa, Sphiwe Frank, Sungeni Kananji, Bridget Kasinja, Alinafe Kawirawira, Angela Lumbe, Lucy Malino, Praise Maziya, Lidia Dimba, Vanessa Phiri, Lucy Wesley
Players to watch out:
Marie Bimenyimana
Marie Bimenyimana is one of Rwanda’s most experienced players. She has scored 1,578 runs in 123 T20Is and has also taken 96 wickets. Her bowling average of 12.10 and economy rate of 4.11 show how important she is for Rwanda. She can make an impact with both bat and ball.
Henriette Ishimwe
Henriette Ishimwe has been a key player for Rwanda for many years. She has scored 1,378 T20I runs and picked up 155 wickets in 128 matches. Her ability to contribute to both departments makes her one of Rwanda’s biggest strengths.
Euless Chiralile
Chiralile is an important player for Malawi at the top of the order and behind the stumps. She has played 14 T20Is and brings valuable experience to the side. Malawi will look to her to provide stability with the bat.
Lucy Malino
Lucy Malino is one of Malawi’s main bowlers. She has taken 33 wickets in 27 T20Is at an average of 13.57. Her best figures of 4/3 show that she can be very dangerous when conditions help the bowlers.
Pitch:
The Gahanga B Ground usually helps bowlers, especially early in the innings. Fast bowlers get good bounce and movement, while spinners can also get some help as the game goes on. Batters who spend time at the crease can score runs, but big totals are not very common here. Most T20I matches at this venue see scores between 100 and 140 runs, making every wicket important.
Weather:
The weather in Kigali is expected to be partly sunny with a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. There is a chance of a thunderstorm during the morning and around a 55% chance of rain. However, conditions are expected to improve later in the day, which should allow play to go ahead without major problems.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Marie Bimenyimana, Henriette Ishimwe, Diane Bimenyimana, Gisele Ishimwe, Belyse Murekatete, Euless Chiralile, Lucy Malino, Princess Chidatha, Sungeni Kananji, Vanessa Phiri, Ruth Uwimana
Match Details:
Date – June 11, 2026
Time – 1:15 PM IST
Venue – Gahanga B Ground, Kigali
Broadcast – FanCode App and Website
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