The Zimbabwe Women’s T20 Cup 2026 is set to bring together five teams, Eagles, Mega Market Mountaineers, Rhinos, Tuskers, and Zimbabwe Under-19, from 18 to 24 August, promising a week of competitive domestic women’s cricket and an important platform for emerging talent. The tournament will mark the fourth edition of Zimbabwe’s premier women’s T20 competition since its launch in 2022, with the teams competing for the title across a format where powerplay intent, middle-over control, bowling variations, and composure at the death could determine the champions.
Eagles enter the upcoming edition with a distinguished record in the competition’s short history. They won the inaugural tournament in 2022 and successfully defended their crown in 2023, establishing themselves as the first dominant force in the Zimbabwe Women’s T20 Cup. Their back-to-back triumphs will add historical weight to their campaign, while the other teams will be eager to prevent Eagles from reclaiming the spotlight.
The previous edition produced a change at the top, with Tuskers lifting the title and ending Eagles’ early supremacy. That victory gives Tuskers the dual challenge of defending their crown and proving that their success was the beginning of a sustained challenge rather than a one-season breakthrough. Mega Market Mountaineers and Rhinos will also look to make their presence felt, while Zimbabwe Under-19 could provide a compelling storyline by testing the country’s next generation against more established domestic players.
With five teams involved, the 2026 tournament should offer a concentrated battle for consistency, momentum, and squad depth. From experienced performers seeking another title to rising players aiming to make an impression, the Zimbabwe Women’s T20 Cup will provide valuable competitive exposure and a closer look at the country’s evolving women’s cricket structure.
Squads:
Eagles Women’s Cricket Team
Christabel Chatonzwa, Precious Marange, Alice Marongwe, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Olinda Chare, Mitchel Mavunga, Betty Mangachena, Mitchel Chivare, Munenyasha Mandidzora, Chevaughn Ndoro, Runyararo Pasipanodya, Shebina Maseko, Ruvarashe Mpofu
Mega Market Mountaineers Women’s Cricket Team
Pellagia Mujaji, Previous Dzvifu, Monique Mushanyu, Catherine Chitombo, Kudzai Chigora, Nyasha Gwanzura, Audrey Mazvishaya, Chipo Mugeri Tiripano, Passionate Munorwei, Shanel Machado, Pashel Zambuko, Shalom Mandovha, Tawana Matandauri
Rhinos Women’s Cricket Team
Kelly Ndiraya, Kay Ndiraya, Vimbai Kavava, Ashley Munatswa, Hillary Marodza, Portia Chihwai, Francisca Chipare, Melinda Kachingwe, Florence Machona, Natalie Chikandinga, Whitney Bayana, Tanyaradzwa Chibharo
Tuskers Women’s Cricket Team
Loryn Phiri, Nomvelo Sibanda, Chiedza Dhururu, Philontropic Shango, Natasha Mthomba, Thubelihle Saidi, Lindokuhle Mabhera, Loreen Tshuma, Tasmeen Granger, Lindrose Masina, Gracious Nsingo, Tendai Makusha, Persevarance Mpofu
Zimbabwe Under-19 Women’s Cricket Team
Beloved Biza, Christina Mutasa, Lorraine Pemhiwa, Salem Museka, Buhlebenkosi Maphosa, Andile Mthomba, Felicity Mpofu, Nicolette Nyika, Charmaine Manyukwi, Tadiwanashe Garutsa, Naomi Mhlekwa, Makanaka Zinyama, Vanessa Mayedza, Tawananyasha Zvomarima
Schedule:
Tuesday, 18 August
1st Match: Eagles vs Tuskers (1 PM IST)
2nd Match: Mountaineers vs Rhinos (1 PM IST)
3rd Match: Rhinos vs Tuskers (5:15 PM IST)
4th Match: Eagles vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (5:15 PM IST)
Wednesday, 19 August:
5th Match: Mountaineers vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (1 PM IST)
6th Match: Eagles vs Rhinos (1 PM IST)
7th Match: Rhinos vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (5:15 PM IST)
8th Match: Mountaineers vs Tuskers (5:15 PM IST)
Friday, 21 August:
9th Match: Eagles vs Mountaineers (1 PM IST)
10th Match: Tuskers vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (1 PM IST)
11th Match: Eagles vs Tuskers (5:15 PM IST)
12th Match: Mountaineers vs Rhinos (5:15 PM IST)
Saturday, 22 August:
13th Match: Rhinos vs Tuskers (1 PM IST)
14th Match: Eagles vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (1 PM IST)
15th Match: Mountaineers vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (5:15 PM IST)
16th Match: Eagles vs Rhinos (5:15 PM IST)
Monday, 24 August:
17th Match: Rhinos vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (1 PM IST)
18th Match: Mountaineers vs Tuskers (1 PM IST)
19th Match: Eagles vs Mountaineers (5:15 PM IST)
20th Match: Tuskers vs Zimbabwe Under-19s (5:15 PM IST)
Note: All matches will be played in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Streaming and Broadcasting Details:
Fans can follow the Zimbabwe Women’s T20 Cup 2026 through the official Zimbabwe YouTube Channel, which will provide the tournament’s streaming and broadcasting coverage. With all five teams, Eagles, Mega Market Mountaineers, Rhinos, Tuskers, and Zimbabwe Under-19, competing from 18 to 24 August, viewers can use the official channel to stay connected with the action throughout the fourth edition of the tournament.
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