Mega Market Mountaineers Women occupy fourth position on the points table with two points, having managed one win and two defeats alongside a net run rate of -1.588. Zimbabwe U-19 Women sit comfortably at the top of the table with six points after winning all three of their matches with an impressive net run rate of +2.864.
The Mountaineers have had a mixed start to the tournament, with their ability to score large runs being limited by sporadic batting collapses. On the other hand, the U-19 team has established the standard, controlling games from beginning to end by combining cool middle-order partnerships with skillful bowling spells.
If mountaineers want to disturb the group leaders, they need to figure out how to dissolve early alliances. They will need to get off to a good start with the new ball, while the U-19s will just want to keep up their high level of intensity and run smoothly.
Squads:
Mega Market Mountaineers Women
Pellagia Mujaji, Precious Dzvifu, Monique Mushanyu, Cathrine Chitombo, Kudzai Chigora, Nyasha Gwanzura, Audrey Mazvishaya, Chipo Mugeri Tiripano, Passionate Munorwei, Shanel Machado, Pashel Zambuko, Shalom Mandovha, Tawana Matandauri
Zimbabwe U-19 Women
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
Players to watch out for :
Pellagia Mujaji
Playing for Mega Market Mountaineers Women, right-handed batter Pellagia Mujaji has scored 52 runs in 3 matches. Remaining unbeaten once, she holds an average of 26.00 and a strike rate of 77.61, anchored by a best score of 40 not out and 6 boundaries.
Beloved Biza
For Zimbabwe U19 Women, right-handed batter Beloved Biza has made 72 runs across 3 innings. Playing with an aggressive approach, she holds a striking strike rate of 141.18 and an average of 24.00. Her top score stands at 46 not out, hitting 10 boundaries along the way.
Kudzai Chigora
Representing Mega Market Mountaineers Women, right-arm medium bowler Kudzai Chigora has taken 5 wickets in 3 matches. She has bowled with an economy rate of 5.75, a strike rate of 14.40, and an average of 13.8. Her best bowling spell features 3 wickets alongside 1 maiden over.
Tadiwanashe Garutsa
Zimbabwe U19 Women’s right-arm leg-spinner, Tadiwanashe Garutsa, has bagged 6 wickets across 3 matches. She boasts a mean economy rate of 3.50, an average of 7.00, and a strike rate of 12.00. Her primary bowling performance includes taking 3 wickets in an innings.
Pitch Report:
The surface at Queens Sports Club is known to be traditionally good for batting, especially in the early stages of a match. The ball generally comes nicely onto the bat, allowing top-order batters to score freely. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down and wear, giving spinners dynamic assistance in the second half of matches while pacers rely heavily on disciplined line and length
Weather Report:
Tomorrow in Bulawayo, expect bright, sunny skies with warm afternoon temperatures reaching around 28°C (82°F). The evening will stay clear and drop to a cool night high of roughly 12°C–14°C (53°F) with no chance of rain
Fantasy XI :
Pellagia Mujaji, Precious Dzvifu, Monique Mushanyu, Cathrine Chitombo, Kudzai Chigora, Nyasha Gwanzura, Beloved Biza, Christina Mutasa, Lorraine Pemhiwa, Salem Museka, Buhlebenkosi Maphosa
Match Details :
Date: 22nd August, 2026
Time: 5:15 PM
Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Broadcast: The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website