Zimbabwe Women, led by veteran batter Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, enter the match against Nigeria Women with a squad boasting a blend of experienced campaigners and emerging talents. With a strong focus on batting depth, bowling variations, and sharp fielding, Zimbabwe aims to secure a vital win to strengthen their position in Group A of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier. The team is determined to advance to the Global Qualifier, the gateway to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 in England.
Nigeria Women, eager to prove themselves on the African stage, face a tough challenge against Zimbabwe’s well-balanced side. The Nigerian team, showing growing ambition and skill in recent tournaments, will rely on their aggressive batting and disciplined bowling to counter Zimbabwe’s experience. This match is a crucial opportunity for Nigeria to establish themselves as serious contenders in the tournament.
Squads:
Nigeria Women’s Cricket Team
Adekunle Shola, Agboya Peculiar, Akhigbe Anointed, Amusa Kehinde, Christabel Chukwuonye, Eguakun Omosigho, Etim Sarah, Igbinedion Victory, Lucky Piety, Omonkhobhio Oseyande, Sunday Salome, Samson Rachael, Ude Lilian, Usen Peace
Zimbabwe Women’s Cricket Team
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Beloved Biza, Christabel Chatonzwa, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Josephine Nkomo, Nomvelo Sibanda, Loreen Tshuma, Adel Zimunu
Players to watch out:
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
Zimbabwean all-rounder Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano bowls right-arm medium-pace and bats left-handed. At the age of 15, she made her international debut at the 2008 World Cup qualifier. She has been a vital member of Zimbabwe’s batting lineup, especially in Twenty20 Internationals. With the highest score of 80 and two half-centuries, she has amassed 1313 runs in 59 innings. Mugeri-Tiripano is known for her leadership and contributions to Zimbabwean cricket.
Loreen Tshuma
Zimbabwean all-rounder Loreen Tshuma, bowls right-arm medium pace and bats right-handed. She has participated in 42 T20I matches and amassed 194 runs in 19 innings at a strike rate of 99.48 and an average of 12.93, with the highest score of 46. Tshuma has taken 41 wickets with the ball in 40 innings at an economy rate of 5.38 and an average of 16.68, with best figures of 4/11. Tshuma is a vital member of the Zimbabwe Women’s team due to her versatility and reliability.
Muhibat K Amusa
For Nigeria Women, Muhibat K. Amusa is a youthful all-around player. She has participated in nine T20I matches for Zimbabwe thus far, taking 13 wickets with the best bowling record of 4 for 18 and hitting 165 runs at an average of 18.33 with the bat. She is an important all-around player for the Zimbabwean team.
Rachael Samson
Nigeria Women’s right-arm bowler Rachael Samson is well-known for her contributions in Twenty20 Internationals. With her best of 4 for 13, she has bowled in 58 innings and taken 53 wickets with the ball. She is a vital component of Nigeria’s bowling assault since she has consistently taken important wickets, demonstrating her capacity to make breakthroughs for the team.
Pitch:
The pitch at the High-Performance Oval in Windhoek offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. It tends to provide early assistance to pacers with some movement off the surface, making the start of the innings favorable for fast bowlers. As the game progresses, the pitch slows down a bit, allowing spinners to come into play in the middle overs.
Weather:
The weather forecast indicates overcast conditions with a chance of light rain. The cloud cover is expected to be significant, creating a gloomy atmosphere that might affect playing conditions. These weather patterns could potentially impact the match’s progress, with interruptions possible due to rain.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Josephine Nkomo, Nomvelo Sibanda, Loreen Tshuma, Samson Rachael, Ude Lilian, Usen Peace, Akhigbe Anointed, Christabel Chukwuonye
Match Details:
Date – September 3, 2025
Time – 5:20 PM IST
Venue – High Performance Oval, Windhoek
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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