An exciting contest awaits as Tanzania Women take on Rwanda Women in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division One Qualifier. Both sides bring match-winners in their ranks and will be eager to make a statement in this crucial group clash. With quality performers on both sides, the game promises a competitive battle where early breakthroughs and middle-order stability could decide the outcome.
Squads:
Rwanda Women’s Cricket Team
Marie Bimenyimana (C), Flora Irakoze (WK), Gisele Ishimwe, Henriette Ishimwe, Diane Bimenyimana, Rosine Irera, Immaculee Muhawenimana, Belise Murekatete, Shakila Niyomuhoza, Rosette Shimwamana, Clarisse Umutoniwase, Sylvia Usabyimana, Geovanis Uwase, Merveille Uwase
Tanzania Women’s Cricket Team
Shufaa Mohamedi (C, WK), Saum Borakambi, Sophia Jerome, Perice Kamunya, Fatuma Kibasu, Jenifer Kimaro, Sheila Kizito, Nasra Mohamedi, Saum Mtae, Hudaa Omary, Neema Pius, Agnes Qwele, Nasra Saidi, Mwanamvua Ushanga
Players to watch out:
Saum Mtae
A key top-order batter for Tanzania, Mtae set the tone against Kenya with a brisk 30 off 19 balls. With 1107 runs in 51 WT20I innings, including the career-best of 86*, she has the ability to provide quick starts and anchor innings when required.
Agnes Qwele
Qwele shone with the ball against Kenya, returning figures of 3/10 to dismantle the opposition. Across 39 WT20I innings, she has claimed 45 wickets, with the best of 4/7. Her knack for breakthroughs makes her a vital weapon in Tanzania’s bowling attack.
Marie Bimenyimana
The Rwandan skipper remains a true all-rounder. She played a captain’s knock of 48* against Kenya earlier in the tournament and brings immense experience with 1,434 runs in 95 WT20Is, including the highest score of 114*. With the ball, she has also picked up 83 wickets, boasting the best of 5/3, a genuine match-winner in both departments.
Gisele Ishimwe
Despite ending on the losing side against Uganda, Ishimwe impressed with a fluent 41 off 33 balls, holding the innings together. A consistent performer, she has scored 1613 runs in 91 WT20I innings, highlighted by a personal best of 114*. Her ability to steady the middle order makes her crucial to Rwanda’s campaign.
Pitch:
The pitch is set to favour fast bowlers early on, offering pace and bounce that play perfectly into their arsenal. As the match unfolds, however, elements such as weather shifts, surface moisture, and gradual wear may alter its behaviour. Flexibility will be key, with teams needing to adapt their tactics as conditions evolve.
Weather:
The conditions will be sunny and dry with the temperature hovering around 29°C. With no chance of precipitation and only 11% humidity, rain is unlikely to play a role, but the dryness could quicken up the surface.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Marie Bimenyimana, Gisele Ishimwe, Henriette Ishimwe, Rosine Irera, Shufaa Mohamedi, Fatuma Kibasu, Saum Mtae, Hudaa Omary, Neema Pius, Agnes Qwele, Saum Borakambi
Match Details:
Date – September 3, 2025
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
Broadcast – Live on FanCode app and website
