Brazil comes into match 10 of the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026, riding high after a clinical opening win where their bowling attack looked remarkably disciplined. They’ve managed to maintain a healthy Net Run Rate of +4.150, showing they aren’t just winning, but doing so with authority. Zambia, on the other hand, had a tough start against Mozambique. They struggled to find rhythm with the bat and will be desperate to put those early nerves behind them after a heavy defeat left them at the bottom of the table with a -7.200 NRR.
Squads:
Brazil Women’s Cricket Team
Ana Clara Sabino, Camille Vitoria, Evelyn Muller, Laura De Silva, Maria Silva, Carolina Nascimento, Laura Cardoso, Roberta Avery, Lindsay Boas, Mayara dos Santos, Giulia Ribeiro, Lara Moises, Maria Ribeiro, Marianne Artur, Nicole Monteiro
Zambia Women’s Cricket Team
Abigail Kayuni, Esther Mata, Esther Mulenga, Filo Chenda, Josephine Chisoba, Majory Kasongo, Mercy Ngulube, Mutale Kachingo, Nancy Chisuba, Patience Chabuta, Peggy Munsanda, Racheka Simuu, Rosemary Chanda, Tamara Banda, Vivian Mwansa
Players to watch out:
Nancy Chabula
Chabula has proven to be a true all-rounder in the early stages, contributing effectively with both bat and ball. While her 4 runs came off a patient 25-ball stay at the crease, she showed her real teeth in the bowling department, claiming a crucial wicket for 29 runs in her 3-over spell. Her ability to occupy the crease and then transition into a wicket-taking threat makes her a vital tactical asset for her captain as the tournament intensity ramps up.
Esther Malama
Malama showcased impressive resilience during her first outing. In a format often dominated by high strike rates, her focus on stability provided a necessary anchor for the lower order, ensuring the team batted out their overs. By holding her ground under pressure, she demonstrated the kind of middle-order temperament that will be essential for navigating tough bowling spells in the upcoming matches.
Laura Cardoso
Laura Cardoso has been a model of consistency for Brazil, making the most of her opportunities at the crease with a clinical, unbeaten 59. She maintained a sharp strike rate of 113.46 and showed a great eye for gaps in the field, totaling five boundaries during her stay. Her ability to remain not out suggests she is a difficult wicket to prize away once she gets settled into her rhythm.
Lara Moises
Lara Moises has established herself as a primary threat with the ball, producing a standout performance where she claimed 3 wickets for just 6 runs. Bowling three overs with immense control, she kept the opposition under constant pressure and maintained a very tidy economy rate of 2.00. Her knack for taking middle-order wickets has made her a vital component of the Brazilian bowling attack early in this tournament.
Pitch:
While it shares the same foundational soil as its neighbor, Oval 2 is often the more temperamental and spin-friendly of the two. It typically plays slightly slower and lower than Oval 1, which allows spinners to find genuine grip and turn as the match progresses. The dry, dusty patches that develop around the popping crease make middle-over accumulation a tactical challenge.
Weather:
Expect a pleasant day in Gaborone with partly sunny skies and a high of 24°C. There is a minor 25% chance of rain during the day, accompanied by a northeast wind at 13 mph. As the evening sets in, the temperature will drop to a low of 15°C under partly cloudy conditions.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Laura De Silva, Carolina Nascimento, Laura Cardoso, Roberta Avery, Lindsay Boas, Lara Moises, Esther Mulenga, Filo Chenda, Josephine Chisoba, Mercy Ngulube, Rosemary Chanda
Match Details:
Date – April 8, 2026
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – Botswana Cricket Association Oval 2, Gaborone
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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