pakistan women host zimbabwe women In the first ODI of the historic three-match series at the National Stadium, Karachi. This is Zimbabwe’s first tour of Pakistan, making it a historic event for the African side. led by fatima sanaAfter mixed form in recent months, Pakistan are entering this series looking to take advantage of home advantage. This team has a mix of experienced players Alia Riaz And Sidra AminWhile uncapped player Momina also introduced new talent to the state.
Captained for Zimbabwe Nomvelo SibandaThis tour is an important step in his development. The visiting team will be keen to prove their mettle in subcontinental conditions in a challenging series against New Zealand. is part of the series ICC Women’s Championship 2025-29Which means that every match holds vital importance for direct qualification to the next World Cup. Pakistan are currently in the middle of the table and will see this as a prime opportunity to collect maximum points.
PAK-W vs ZIM-W, 1st ODI: Match Details
- date and time: 4 May; 4:00 PM IST/10:30 AM GMT/3:30 PM local
- venue: National Stadium, Karachi
PAK-W vs ZIM-W, head-to-head record in ODI
matches played: 1 | PAK-W won: 1 | ZIM-W won: 0 | No result/tied: 0
National Stadium Pitch Report
The surface of the National Stadium in Karachi is traditionally known as a “batsman’s paradise” due to its flat nature and consistent bounce. In the early stages of the match, the ball generally comes well onto the bat, allowing fluent stroke play. However, as the game progresses, the subcontinental heat usually dries out the track, providing significant grip and turn for the spinners. Statistics from recent matches at this venue show that the slow bowlers have been more effective than the fast bowlers, taking almost twice as many wickets. The average first innings total hovers around 225 to 250, and the captain who wins the toss is likely to bat first to set the target before the pitch slows down in the second half.
squads
pakistan women: Gul Firozha (wicketkeeper), Muniba Ali, Sadaf Shamas, Ayesha Zafar, Sidra Amin, Fatima Sana (captain), Alia Riaz, Natalia Parvez, Diana Baig, Ramin Shamim, Nashra Sandhu, Syeda Arub Shah, Naziha Alvi, Tasmiya Rubab, Momina Riyasat.
zimbabwe women: Olinda Chare, Kudzai Chigora, Michelle Mavunga, Natasha Mtomba, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Melinda Kachingwe (wk), Runyararo Pasipanodya, Adele Zimunu, Beloved Biza, Nomvelo Sibanda (captain), Lindokuhle Mabhero, Christine Mutasa, Kelly Ndiraya, Kelis Ndhlovu, Precious Marange.
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PAK-W vs ZIM-W, 1st ODI: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- PAK-W won the toss and batted first
- PAK-W Powerplay Score: 40-50
- PAK-W Total Score: 240-260
Case 2:
- ZIM-W won the toss and batted first
- ZIM-W PowerPlay Score: 35-45
- ZIM-W Total Score: 210-220
Match result: The team batting first to win the competition
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