Eagles Women sit third on the points table with two points from three matches, recording one win and two losses with a net run rate of +0.041. Rhinos Women remain rooted to the bottom of the table in fifth with zero points following four consecutive defeats and a net run rate of -2.669.
As the group stage goes on, this conflict offers both teams a crucial chance. While Rhinos are anxiously looking for a performance that may breathe new life into their campaign, Eagles know that a second victory will put them firmly in contention for the top rankings.
Rhinos have the individual potential to pull off a victory if their top order performs well, but Eagles currently have the advantage. Controlling the powerplay overs will be crucial to determining the outcome in what looks to be a close match.
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
Rhinos Women
Kelly Ndiraya, Kay Ndiraya, Vimbai Kavava, Ashley Munatswa, Hillary Marodza, Portia Chihwai, Josephine Nkomo, Francisca Chipare, Melinda Kachingwe, Natalie Chikandinga, Florence Machona, Whitney Bayana, Tanyaradzwa Chibharo
Players to watch out for:
Runyararo Pasipanodya
Right-handed batter Runyararo Pasipanodya has contributed 56 runs in 3 matches for Eagles Women. With a top score of 38 not out, she holds an average of 18.67 and a strike rate of 86.15. Her boundary total currently stands at 8 fours.
Josephine Nkomo
Playing for Rhinos Women, right-handed batter Josephine Nkomo has gathered 49 runs from 4 matches. She averages 12.25 at a strike rate of 50.00, with a top score of 18 not out. Her total runs feature 4 boundaries.
Munenyasha Mandidzora
Eagles Women’s slow left-arm orthodox bowler, Munenyasha Mandidzora, has captured 4 wickets in 3 matches. She currently averages 14.5 with an economy rate of 5.80 and a strike rate of 15.00. Her finest bowling spell features 2 wickets in an innings.
Ashley Munatswa
Representing Rhinos Women, right-arm medium bowler Ashley Munatswa has secured 4 wickets in 4 innings. She carries an average of 26.5, an economy rate of 8.15, and a strike rate of 19.50. Her best bowling effort in a match stands at 2 wickets.
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, Precious Marange, Alice Marongwe, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Olinda Chare, Mitchel Mavunga, Kelly Ndiraya, Vimbai Kavava, Ashley Munatswa, Josephine Nkomo, Francisca Chipare
Match Details :
Date: 22nd August, 2026
Time: 5:15 PM
Venue: Bulawayo Athletic Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Broadcast: The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website
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