The much-anticipated Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 1 final between Namibia Women and Zimbabwe Women is scheduled for September 6, 2025, at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
Both teams have demonstrated strong performances throughout the tournament, with Zimbabwe aiming to continue its unbeaten record, while Namibia seeks to build on their dominant league and semi-final performance. This final promises a thrilling contest that will crown the African regional champions.
Squads:
Namibia Women’s Cricket Team
Sune Wittmann, Kayleen Green, Yasmeen Khan, Mekelaye Mwatile, Edelle Van Zyl, Wilka Mwatile, Merczerly Gorases, Jurriene Diergaardt, Eveleen Kejarukua, Victoria Hamunyela, Saima Tuhadeleni, Leigh-Marie Visser, Sylvia Shihepo, Naomi Benjamin
Zimbabwe Women’s Cricket Team
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Beloved Biza, Christabel Chatonzwa, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Josephine Nkomo, Nomvelo Sibanda, Loreen Tshuma, Adel Zimunu
Players to watch out:
Kayleen Green
Kayleen Green is an all-rounder for the Namibian cricket team. She bowls right-arm medium pace and bats right-handed. In T20Is, Kayleen Green has played 94 matches, scoring 1111 runs with a batting average of 18.21 and the highest score of unbeaten 86. She has also taken 83 wickets with a bowling average of about 14.49 and an economy rate of 4.38 runs per over. Green is known for her balanced contributions in both batting and bowling, making her a key player.
Wilka Mwatile
Wilka Mwatile is a Namibian right-arm medium all-rounder who has played 86 T20I matches, scoring 721 runs with a top score of 33 and an average just over 12.64. Her primary impact is with the ball, having taken 79 wickets at a bowling average of 15.11 and an economy rate of 4.31, including two four-wicket hauls and one five-wicket haul. She is a consistent option in Namibia’s bowling attack and contributes valuable runs lower down the order.
Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
Zimbabwean all-rounder Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano bowls medium-pace right-arm bowling and bats left-handed. At the age of 15, she made her international debut at the 2008 World Cup qualifier, and she is presently the captain of the Zimbabwe women’s national team. She has registered the highest score of 80 and two half-centuries, and amassed 1327 runs in 60 innings. Mugeri-Tiripano is known for her leadership and is a vital cog in the setup.
Josephine Nkomo
Zimbabwean all-round cricket player Josephine Nkomo serves as the team’s vice captain. In T20 Internationals, she has played 62 matches, scored 526 runs at an average of 22.86, with a top score of 56*. With the ball, she has taken 61 wickets at a bowling average of 14.42, with best figures of 5/6 and an economy around 4.78. She is a key player contributing with both bat and ball for Zimbabwe.
Pitch:
The pitch at Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek is generally considered balanced but slightly favors batters, especially in T20 matches. It offers good playing conditions with a surface that allows batters to score runs comfortably if they time their shots well. Teams winning the toss often prefer to bat first to set a competitive total on this ground.
Weather:
Windhoek will see mostly sunny weather, with temperatures expected to be quite warm and no significant rain in the forecast. Afternoon heat may feel intense, but gentle breeze may provide some relief. Skies should stay clear through most of the day, promising uninterrupted play.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sune Wittmann, Kayleen Green, Yasmeen Khan, Edelle Van Zyl, Wilka Mwatile, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Christabel Chatonzwa, Chiedza Dhururu,Josephine Nkomo, Nomvelo Sibanda, Loreen Tshuma
Match Details:
Date – September 6, 2025
Time – 5:20 PM IST
Venue – Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
