The India Women vs. Zimbabwe Women T20I series concluded on 20 October 2026, with India completing a 3–0 series sweep in Raipur. India won the third T20I by 92 runs after posting 216/7 and restricting Zimbabwe to 124/7. The series also marked the first bilateral international meetings between the two women’s teams.
Quick Facts: IND-W vs ZIM-W T20I
| Match detail | Result |
|---|---|
| Teams | India Women vs Zimbabwe Women |
| Format | Women’s T20 International |
| Series | Zimbabwe Women tour of India, 2026 |
| Third T20I date | 20 October 2026 |
| Venue | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur |
| India Women score | 216/7 (20 overs) |
| Zimbabwe Women score | 124/7 (20 overs) |
| Result | India Women won by 92 runs |
| Series result | India Women won 3–0 |
| Leading batting highlights | Shafali Verma: 69; Harmanpreet Kaur: 81 |
| Key bowling performance | Nandani Sharma: three wickets |
India Women’s National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe Women’s National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
India Women innings
India produced an aggressive batting performance in the third T20I, finishing on 216/7 in 20 overs. Shafali Verma gave the innings early momentum, while Harmanpreet Kaur accelerated in the middle and death overs.
- Shafali Verma: 69 runs off 37 balls.
- Anushka Sharma: 28 runs off 20 balls.
- Harmanpreet Kaur: 81 not out off 35 balls.
- India’s total: 216/7.
Harmanpreet’s unbeaten innings included nine fours and five sixes. Her late assault helped India establish a substantial target for Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe Women innings
Zimbabwe finished on 124/7 in 20 overs, falling 92 runs short of India’s total.
India’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout the chase. Nandani Sharma claimed three wickets, helping India close out the match and complete a dominant series victory.
Note: The figures above describe the third T20I on 20 October 2026, rather than a live match in progress.
India Women’s National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe Women’s National Cricket Team Timeline & Highlights
The IND-W vs ZIM-W T20I series featured three matches in Raipur between 16 and 20 October 2026. India won all three games.
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16 Oct
1st T20I
India won by 4 wickets
Zimbabwe scored 114/5. India chased down the target, reaching 116/6 in 15.4 overs. Deepti Sharma was named Player of the Match.
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18 Oct
2nd T20I
India won by 9 wickets
Zimbabwe made 102/8. India completed the chase at 104/1 in just 8.5 overs, securing the series with one match remaining.
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20 Oct
3rd T20I
India won by 92 runs
India posted 216/7, led by Shafali Verma’s 69 and Harmanpreet Kaur’s unbeaten 81. Zimbabwe managed 124/7, completing India’s 3–0 sweep.
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Key Players: Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur & Sharne Mayers
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Harmanpreet Kaur — India
Harmanpreet delivered one of the standout performances of the third T20I, scoring 81 not out off 35 balls. Her powerful hitting helped India reach a commanding total.
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Shafali Verma — India
Shafali scored 69 off 37 balls in the final T20I. Her fast start put Zimbabwe’s bowling attack under pressure and created the platform for India’s big total.
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Sharne Mayers — Zimbabwe
Mayers was an important batting name for Zimbabwe during the series. In the first T20I, she remained unbeaten on 43 off 33 balls, helping Zimbabwe finish on 114/5.
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Other players to watch
- Smriti Mandhana: An important Indian top-order batter and part of the wider series context.
- Arundhati Reddy: An Indian pace-bowling option who dismissed Kelis Ndhlovu in the opening T20I.Cricbuzz
- Prema Rawat: A member of India’s squad for the series.
- Nandani Sharma: Took three wickets in the third T20I, contributing to Zimbabwe’s difficult chase.The Times of India
India vs Zimbabwe Women: How the Series Unfolded
The series showed India’s strength in both run chases and setting a target. In the opening match, India held their nerve in a relatively close finish. The second match was far more one-sided, with the Indian batters reaching 103 in less than nine overs.
The third T20I then showcased India’s attacking batting depth. Shafali Verma set the tempo, Harmanpreet Kaur delivered the biggest individual innings, and India’s bowlers defended the total comfortably.
The overall result was a 3–0 series win for India Women, a significant outcome in the first bilateral T20I series between these teams.
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Where to Follow Women Cricket Live and Ball-by-Ball Updates
The India Women vs Zimbabwe Women T20I series is complete, so there is no live ball-by-ball action from this series now. For official results, scorecards and future fixtures, check:
For searches such as ind w vs zim w, ind vs zim women t20, india vs zimbabwe women, and women cricket live, make sure the match date is correct so you do not confuse a completed fixture with a future game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch ind vs zim women t20 live?
The October 2026 India Women vs Zimbabwe Women T20I series has concluded. You can check the BCCI, ICC and established cricket-score websites for completed scorecards, highlights and announcements about future live-streaming options.
Who won the india w vs zimbabwe w match?
India Women won all three T20Is against Zimbabwe Women, completing a 3–0 series sweep. In the third T20I on 20 October 2026, India won by 92 runs.
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What are the playing 11 for india women’s national cricket team vs zimbabwe women’s national cricket team players?
The playing XI depends on the match. For the third T20I, consult the official match scorecard for the confirmed lineups rather than relying on the squads announced before the series.
What is the india women’s national cricket team vs zimbabwe women’s national cricket team match scorecard?
In the third T20I, India scored 216/7 in 20 overs, while Zimbabwe finished on 124/7 in 20 overs. India won by 92 runs, with Shafali Verma scoring 69 and Harmanpreet Kaur making 81 not out.
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Who was the top scorer in the IND-W vs ZIM-W third T20I?
Harmanpreet Kaur was India’s highest scorer, with an unbeaten 81 off 35 balls. Shafali Verma also made a major contribution with 69 runs off 37 deliveries.
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What is the india women’s national cricket team vs zimbabwe women’s national cricket team timeline?
The T20I series took place on 16, 18 and 20 October 2026 in Raipur. India won the first match by four wickets, the second by nine wickets and the third by 92 runs.
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How did Sharne Mayers perform against India Women?
Sharne Mayers scored an unbeaten 43 off 33 balls in the opening T20I. Her innings helped Zimbabwe reach 114/5, although India eventually won the match by four wickets.
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Did Smriti Mandhana and Arundhati Reddy feature in the series?
Both were among the Indian players associated with the T20I series. Arundhati Reddy took a wicket in the first match; for match-by-match appearances and individual statistics, consult the relevant scorecard.
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What is the difference between ind w, ind vs zim and india versus zimbabwe?
These are variations of common cricket search terms. IND-W identifies India’s women’s team, while IND vs ZIM can refer to either men’s or women’s cricket. Adding “women,” “T20I” or the match date makes the search more precise.
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