With two points from three games and a net run rate of +0.041 following one victory and two defeats, the Eagles Women are ranked third in the standings. With a tournament-best net run rate of +2.864 and six points from three victories, Zimbabwe U-19 Women are in first place.

So far, the young U-19 team has been the most impressive aspect of the competition, outperforming senior opponents in all three matches and playing brave cricket. With a victory in their most recent game, the Eagles were able to end their losing skid and gain much-needed confidence before this difficult task.
For Eagles, key overs in the middle period will dictate whether they can disrupt the momentum of the table-toppers. The U-19s will aim to stay disciplined, relying on their sharp fielding and aggressive top-order batting to stay undefeated and solidify their place at the peak of the standings.
Squads:
Eagles Women
Christabel Chatonzwa, Precious Marange, Alice Marongwe, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Olinda Chare, Mitchel Mavunga, Betty Mangachena, Mitchel Chivare, Munenyasha Mandidzora, Chevaughn Ndoro, Runyararo Pasipanodya, Shebina Maseko, Ruvarashe Mpofu
Zimbabwe U-19 Women
Beloved Biza, Christina Mutasa, Lorraine Pemhiwa, Salem Museka, Buhlebenkosi Maphosa, Andile Mthomba, Felicity Mpofu, Nicolette Nyika, Charmaine Manyukwi, Tadiwanashe Garutsa, Naomi Mhlekwa, Makanaka Zinyama, Vanessa Mayedza, Tawananyasha Zvomarima
Players to watch out for :
Betty Mangachena
Representing Eagles Women as a right-handed batter, Betty Mangachena has scored 73 runs across 3 innings without remaining unbeaten. She maintains an average of 24.33 and a strike rate of 86.90, with a highest score of 36. Her total run tally includes 12 boundaries.
Lorraine Pemhiwa
Featuring for Zimbabwe U19 Women, right-handed batter Lorraine Pemhiwa tops the run-scoring charts with 179 runs in 3 innings. She has been dismissed only once, giving her a massive average of 179.00 and an explosive strike rate of 133.58. With a highest score of 89 not out, her dominant tournament run features 26 fours and 2 half-centuries.
Olinda Chare
Eagles Women’s right-arm leg-spinner, Olinda Chare, has claimed 4 wickets in 3 matches. She has maintained a tight economy rate of 4.17 to go with an average of 12.5 and a strike rate of 18.00. Her bowling spell is further bolstered by 1 maiden over and a best match performance of 2 wickets.
Christina Mutasa
Leading the bowling attack for Zimbabwe U19 Women, left-arm fast bowler Christina Mutasa has scalped 7 wickets in 3 innings. She has been exceptionally frugal, posting an economy rate of 4.09, an average of 6.43, and a strike rate of 9.43. Her highlight spell includes 1 maiden over and a 3-wicket performance.
Pitch Report:
Bulawayo Athletic Club offers a surface that generally leans toward favoring batters due to its true bounce and slightly smaller boundary dimensions. While dry conditions can bring slower bowlers and spinners into play as the surface bakes under the sun, the pitch usually remains balanced enough for energetic shot-making across limited-overs and white-ball formats
Weather Report:
Tomorrow in Bulawayo, expect bright, sunny skies with warm afternoon temperatures reaching around 28°C (82°F). The evening will stay clear and drop to a cool night high of roughly 12°C–14°C (53°F) with no chance of rain
Fantasy XI Predictions:
Christabel Chatonzwa, Alice Marongwe, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Olinda Chare, Mitchel Mavunga, Runyararo Pasipanodya, Beloved Biza, Christina Mutasa, Lorraine Pemhiwa, Salem Museka, Buhlebenkosi Maphosa
Match Details :
Date: 22nd August, 2026
Time: 1 PM
Venue: Bulawayo Athletic Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Broadcast: The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website

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