Zimbabwe Women will face off against UAE Women in the 1st ODI of their bilateral series on Friday, 26th September 2025. The match is scheduled to take place at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, with the first ball set to be bowled at 12:45 PM. Ahead of the match, here’s a look at the pitch report, squads, head to head record, key players, and match winner prediction for Zimbabwe Women vs UAE Women.
Zimbabwe Women vs UAE Women Props
Stats
- Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano is the highest run scorer for Zimbabwe with 165 runs in 4 matches.
- Loreen Tshuma is the highest wicket taker for Zimbabwe with 6 wickets in 4 matches.
Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo - Pitch Report
The Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batters who take time to settle can score heavily, while pacers get movement early in the innings and spinners find grip as the match progresses.
Average first innings scores here range between 210–230 runs, and chasing has been relatively easier in recent matches. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first could be the preferred strategy.
Zimbabwe Women vs UAE Women Head to Head
Zimbabwe Women and UAE Women have never faced each other in the ODI format before, making this upcoming clash their first-ever meeting. With both teams stepping onto the field without any prior head to head record, the 1st ODI will not only set the tone for the series but also establish the foundation of their rivalry in women’s international cricket.
Zimbabwe Women vs UAE Women Squads
Zimbabwe Women Squad : Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loreen Tshuma, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano (c), Nyasha Gwanzura, Chiedza Dhururu, Beloved Biza, Nomvelo Sibanda, Francisca Chipare, Josephine Nkomo, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Adel Zimunu, Kudzai Chigora, Christabel Chatonzwa
UAE Women Squad : Udeni Dona, Heena Hotchandani, Siya Gokhale, Suraksha Kotte, Lavanya Keny, Rinitha Rajith, Katie Thompson, Indhuja Nandakumar, Michelle Botha, Esha Rohit Oza(C), Al Maseera Jahangir, Theertha Satish, Emily Thomas, Samaira Dharnidharka, Mehak Thakur, Athige Silva, Vaishnave Mahesh.
Zimbabwe Women vs UAE Women Match Winner Prediction
Zimbabwe Women head into the 1st ODI as clear favourites. Playing in familiar home conditions and carrying more experience in the 50 over format, they are better equipped to handle the challenges of a full ODI contest.
UAE Women, on the other hand, are making their first steps in this format after recently gaining ODI status, which could make adapting to the longer game a challenge. While UAE may show flashes of promise, Zimbabwe’s depth and consistency should see them through, making them the likely winners of this opening encounter.
Our Winner Projection : Zimbabwe Women to Win!
