The opening T20I clash between Tanzania Women and Canada Women at the University of Dar es Salaam promises an exciting start to their series. Tanzania, ranked 20th in ICC Women’s T20I rankings, have shown steady improvement in their skills and competitive edge in recent international matches. Canada, ranked lower at 33rd, will look to leverage their experience on foreign conditions to challenge the host side fiercely.
Squads:
Tanzania Women’s Cricket Team
Neema Justine Pius, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Hudaa Omary, Jenipher Kimaro, Mwanamvua Ushanga, Nasra Nassoro Saidi, Nasra Hamza, Shufaa Mohamedi, Perice Kamunya, Saumu Hussen, Sheila Kizito, Sophia Jerome, Saum Bokarami, Saum Mtae
Canada Women’s Cricket Team
Amarpal Kaur (C), Krima Kapadia, Achini Perera, Tiffany Thorpe, Habeeba Bader, Zeel Patel, Srishti Raha, Jasmina Oldham, Terisha Lavia, Vritti Dahiya, Vandana Mahajan, Kainat Qazi, Indomatie Goordial, Mannat Hundal, Rabbjyot Rajput
Players to watch out:
Amarpal Kaur
Amarpal Kaur has scored 283 runs in 17 matches since 2023 at an average of 23.58, with a top score of 37. She’s also been her team’s leading wicket-taker, claiming 23 wickets at an average of 10.34 and an economy of 4.27. Her best bowling performance is 4 for 1, and she’s maintained an excellent strike rate of 14.52. A reliable all-rounder, she’s contributed steadily with both bat and ball.
Terisha Lavia
Terisha Lavia has taken 11 wickets from 11 matches in 2025, delivering 35.1 overs with 2 maidens. She’s kept things tight with an impressive economy of 3.66 and an average of 11.72. Her best bowling figures stand at 3 for 7, reflecting her ability to deliver breakthroughs. Lavia’s control with the ball has made her a key figure in the bowling unit.
Fatima Kibasu
Fatima Kibasu tops the run charts with 1,497 runs from 58 matches at an average of 31.85. Her highest score of 127* came during a dominant display, one of her three centuries. With six fifties and a strike rate of 106.69, she’s been a consistent match-winner. Across seven years, Kibasu has been the backbone of her team’s batting lineup.
Saum Mtae
Saum Mtae has accumulated 1,127 runs in 60 matches, averaging 21.67 with the highest score of 86*. She’s struck 130 fours and 19 sixes, boasting a strong strike rate of 115.00. Her three half-centuries reflect her aggressive middle-order role and consistency. Mtae’s attacking style often lifts the team’s scoring rate during crucial stretches.
Pitch:
The pitch at Dar-es-Salaam is generally hard and dry, favoring fast bowlers with good bounce and carry in dry periods. During wetter months, it slows down and offers more grip for spinners. The outfield is fast, making it suitable for high-scoring matches in tropical conditions.
Weather:
The weather in Dar-es-Salaam is expected to be warm with temperatures around 32°C during the day and 23°C at night. The day will be partly cloudy with occasional showers and moderate humidity, typical of the short rainy season.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Amarpal Kaur, Krima Kapadia, Achini Perera, Terisha Lavia, Indomatie Goordial, Neema Justine Pius, Fatuma Omary Kibasu, Hudaa Omary, Shufaa Mohamedi, Perice Kamunya, Saum Mtae
Match Details:
Date – October 30, 2025
Time – 12:00 PM IST
Venue – University of Dar-es-Salaam Ground, Tanzania
Broadcast – T.B.C.
