Zimbabwe stands one win away from a statement whitewash, while hosts United States of America’s grit-laden campaign seeks a face-saving triumph in the series finale. At the heart of this contest lie two teenage prodigies, Kelis Ndhlovu, Zimbabwe’s left-arm spinner and a left-handed batter, and Isani Vaghela, the United States of America’s death-over specialist with ice-cool nerves, symbolising the series quiet revolution, youth seizing the spotlight.
For Zimbabwe, this is a chance to cement their T20I dominance, for the USA, it’s about proving their spin-heavy strategy can outwit seasoned campaigners. As Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas’s sluggish pitch promises a duel of wits, the Fantasy XI becomes a microcosm of this clash-balanced aggression, strategic all-rounders, and X-factors waiting to explode.
Fantasy 11 picks for United States of America Women Vs Zimbabwe Women:
Wicketkeeper:
Modester Mupachikwa:
She anchors the innings as a steady opener and a wicketkeeper, providing a reliable source of runs during powerplays and doubling as a safe bet for catches or stumpings. Her ability to rotate the strike under pressure makes her a cornerstone for steady points for your team. She has been a veteran and a reliable batter, scoring over 1,332 runs at a strike rate of 84.78 and an impressive average of 28.95 in 59 innings with the bat, including three half-centuries to her name in the T20I format for Zimbabwe so far. Her best performance with the bat for her side in the format came on the 9th of January 2019 against Namibia when she scored an unbeaten half-century, 75* (63 balls), to guide her side to a solid total.
Batters:
Beloved Biza:
She is an aggressive batter with a lot of potential for stepping in as a finisher for her side as and when needed. She brings consistency with her knack for converting starts into impactful scores. Her dominance against pace bowling, especially when her team is under pressure and in search of some quick runs, positions her as a reliable run-scorer, though her vulnerability to spin adds a calculated risk.
She has scored 168 runs at a strike rate of 88.42 and a decent average of 18.66 in nine innings with the bat signifies her remarkable potential in the early stages of her career for Zimbabwe in the T20I format. Besides her useful contributions with the bat, she has also chipped in with impressive contributions with the ball, as she has picked up 13 wickets at an outstanding average of 11.46 and an economy of 5.92 in eight innings with the ball for her side in the format so far. She is a must-have in your fantasy 11.
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano:
The Zimbabwean skipper balances leadership with grit. She has established herself as the one for the crises, rescuing her team from early collapses. Her role as a middle-order stabiliser in slow conditions ensures she’s a dependable pick, even if her cautious starts slightly limit her explosiveness.
She has been an experienced veteran scoring 1,175 runs at an impressive strike rate of 109.60 and an impressive average of 26.70 in 54 innings, including a couple of half-centuries, with a high score of 80 (59 balls) against Namibia on 20th April 2022 at Windhoek.
Disha Dhingra:
She is the USA’s powerplay dynamo. Her fearless strokeplay, especially against spinners, makes her a high-ceiling pick, capable of rapid starts. However, her high-risk approach means her success hinges on early survival. She has scored 483 runs at a strike rate of 90.78 and a decent average of 20.12 in 26 innings with the bat, which includes four half-centuries and a high score of 63* (off 52 balls) against Argentina on 4th September 2023. She brings in a fresh approach filled with positive intent to take the bowlers on and push them on the back foot with her fearless approach early on in the innings. She could be a valuable pick for your side.
Loren Tshuma:
She injects urgency into Zimbabwe’s middle order with her fearless approach. Her aggressive batting style makes her a prime candidate for high strike-rate bonuses, particularly when rebuilding innings, though her occasional recklessness against short balls introduces a gamble. She has improved her batting credentials in leaps and bounds, especially in recent times. She has scored 173 runs at an impressive strike rate of 102.97 and an average of 15.72 in 17 innings with the bat for her side. Besides her contributions with the bat, she has also picked up 36 wickets at an average of 17.05 and an economy of 5.29 in 35 innings with the ball, including a four-wicket haul for her side in the T20I format so far. Her inclusion on your side can add much more value.
All-rounders:
Ritu Singh:
She is the backbone of the USA’s bowling attack. Her clinical off-spin targeting Zimbabwe’s right-handed heavy top-order batters, with pinpoint accuracy, while her handy lower-order batting adds a safety net for all-round points. She has picked up 19 wickets at an impressive average of 15.78 and an economy of 4.95 in 22 innings with the ball, including a four-wicket haul for her side. Besides her handy contributions with the ball, she has also been effective with the bat, scoring 132 runs at a strike rate of 94.96 in 19 innings for her side in the T20I format.
Isani Vaghela:
Vaghela’s pinpoint yorkers and calmness under pressure make her a wicket-taking asset in the slog overs. She also has the ability to clear boundaries with ease, with the bat in hand, in the middle order offering a rare double-barreled upside.
She has picked up 24 wickets at an impressive average of 13.50 and an economy of 4.89 in 26 innings with the ball, including a couple of four-wicket hauls for her side in the format. Besides her impressive contributions with the ball, she has also scored 200 runs at a strike rate of 74.90 and an average of 11.76 in 22 innings with the bat for her side in the T20I format. She could be a game-changer for your side.
Kelis Ndhlovu:
Ndhlovu’s left-arm spin stifles batters in the middle overs, while her fireworks at the top of the order play a crucial role in providing an ideal start for her side in the powerplay. As a dual-threat player, she’s the ideal captaincy choice, maximising points through wickets and quick runs.
She is one of the most promising rising stars for Zimbabwe in the international arena, poised for a greater impact. She has picked up 41 wickets at an impressive average of 18.65 and an economy of 5.67 in 43 innings with the ball for her side in the T20I format. Besides her handy contributions with the ball, she has been a major contributor with the bat on most occasions, scoring 698 runs at a strike rate of 95.35 and an average of 17.89 in 44 innings, including a couple of half-centuries for her side with the bat in the format so far. She is one of the prime contenders to make a decisive impact on the game.
Adel Zimunhu:
She shines as a death overs specialist, using cutters and slower balls to outfox the batters. Her ability to both restricts runs and chip in with handy lower-order contributions adds depth to the all-rounder category. She has picked up a couple of wickets at an average of 17 and an economy of 4.85 in a couple of innings with the ball and scored four runs in one inning with the bat for her side in the format for Zimbabwe.
Bowlers:
Aditiba Chudasama:
She thrives as a powerplay spinner. Her ability to out-think batters with drift and guile, especially on slow pitches, positions her as a consistent wicket-taker, crucial for early breakthroughs. She has picked up 23 wickets at an impressive average of 11.43 and an economy of 4.12 in 18 innings, which includes one four-wicket haul with the ball for the USA in the format. She has also scored 46 runs at a strike rate of 83.63 and an average of 11.50 in six innings with the bat for her side in the format so far.
Geetika Kodali:
She leverages swing and seam to trouble Zimbabwe’s openers. Her early strikes in powerplays disrupt the opposition’s momentum, making her a high reward pick for those betting on early wickets. She has picked up 19 wickets at an impressive average of 19.94 and an economy of 5.16 in 30 innings with the ball for the USA. She has also scored 84 runs at a strike rate of 79.24 in 19 innings with the bat for her side in the T20I format so far.
This XI banks on Zimbabwe’s all-rounders to deliver multi-phase points, while the USA’s spin trio counters with economy and wickets. The teenage duo of Ndhlovu and Vaghela symbolises the series’ blend of youth and tactical maturity, offering both stability and explosive potential. By balancing Zimbabwe’s batting depth with USA’s bowling grit, this lineup maximises opportunities for points across all match phases, from powerplay punches to death-over dramas.
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