The ongoing series between India Women and Zimbabwe Women sets up an intriguing contest of experience and grit as the action continues at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara. Led by Smriti Mandhana, the Indian side boasts deep batting firepower and a disciplined bowling attack, backed by seasoned stars like Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma alongside promising young talent. Opposite them, Josephine Nkomo’s Zimbabwe squad brings a resilient, hard-working mindset to challenging subcontinental conditions. Looking to lean on established campaigners such as Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano and Modester Mupachikwa, the visitors enter this clash focused on holding their own against a world-class opponent and making every session count.
With Sunday’s fixture offering a crucial opportunity for both setups, tactical execution through the middle overs will likely dictate the outcome. For Zimbabwe, success lies in building steady partnerships against India’s spin attack while making the most of their new-ball overs. India, meanwhile, will look to maintain relentless pressure across all departments and sharpen their combinations on a surface expected to reward solid technique and smart spin bowling. As the hosts aim to assert their dominance and control the tempo, Zimbabwe will be eager to fight hard, seize their moments, and disrupt expectations on foreign soil.
Squads:
India Women’s Cricket Team
Smriti Mandhana (c), Deepti Sharma (vc), Yastika Bhatia, Harleen Deol, Kranti Gaud, Richa Ghosh, Tejal Hasabnis, Harmanpreet Kaur, Pratika Rawal, Renuka Singh, Sayali Satghare, Shafali Verma, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma
Zimbabwe Women’s Cricket Team
Josephine Nkomo (c), Beloved Biza, Olinder Chare, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Tendai Makusha, Michelle Mavunga, Sharne Mayers, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loryn Phiri, Nomvelo Sibanda
Where to Watch: 2nd ODI – Zimbabwe Women tour of India, 2026
Date – Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time – 2 PM IST
Venue – Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara
Live streaming details :
In India:
TV: Star Sports Network channels (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Hindi, etc.) and DD Sports (on DD Free Dish).
Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website.
In Zimbabwe & Sub-Saharan Africa:
TV: SuperSport (SuperSport Cricket channel).
Live Streaming: DStv Stream / SuperSport app.
Rest of the World:
If the tour is not locally televised in your country, check regional cricket streaming platforms or official international sports aggregators that carry bilateral tours originating from India.
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