South Africa Women Tour of Zimbabwe 2026 Complete Schedule & Results
The South Africa Women’s tour of Zimbabwe 2026 features a five-match Twenty20 International (T20I) series between September 11 and September 19, 2026, with all five matches scheduled to take place at Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo.
The series marks a historic occasion, as it is the first time South Africa Women will tour Zimbabwe for a bilateral T20I series. The Proteas Women will arrive with a relatively young squad led by Laura Wolvaardt, while Zimbabwe will look to make the most of home conditions under captain Josephine Nkomo.
With five matches packed into nine days, the series should provide plenty of opportunities for momentum shifts, player development, and competitive T20 cricket.
South Africa Women Tour of Zimbabwe 2026 Schedule & Results
| Date | Match | Match Result | Prediction |
|---|---|---|---|
13/09/2026 11:30 AM | Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women | - | Prediction |
15/09/2026 11:30 AM | Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women | - | |
17/09/2026 11:30 AM | Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women | - | |
19/09/2026 11:30 AM | Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women | - | |
11/09/2026 11:30 AM | Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women | South Africa Women won by 6 wickets | Prediction |
Understanding the ZIM-W vs SA-W Tournament 2026 Format
The tour consists entirely of five Twenty20 Internationals, giving both sides a focused opportunity to compete in the shortest international format.
A five-match series provides more room for teams to adjust than a traditional three-match bilateral contest. Captains and coaching staff can experiment with combinations, assess younger players, and respond to conditions and performances as the series develops.
South Africa will be looking to establish their authority against a Zimbabwe side eager to make an impression in their first bilateral T20I series against their southern African neighbours.
And if you’re looking for match-by-match predictions ahead of each game, check out our Today’s Match Prediction section.
Key Elements of the Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women 2026 Fixtures
The series brings together two sides at different stages of development. South Africa enter as the more established international team and will be led by regular captain Laura Wolvaardt.
The Proteas squad includes experienced T20 players such as Anneke Bosch, while Annerie Dercksen, Karabo Meso and Kayla Reyneke are among the players expected to play important roles. South Africa have also selected several uncapped players as they continue to develop their next generation of talent.
Zimbabwe will be led by Josephine Nkomo, who returns to captain the side after recovering from injury. Veteran batter Sharne Mayers is also back in the squad, while the hosts have a mixture of experienced players and emerging talent available for the historic series.
Match Timings
All five T20Is are scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM local time in Zimbabwe, with the matches taking place at Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo.
The afternoon starts provide a consistent schedule throughout the series and allow both teams to play all five matches under broadly comparable conditions.
For fans following the series from India, the scheduled start time is 5:30 PM IST. Match timings may be subject to official broadcast or scheduling adjustments, so supporters should check the latest fixture information before each game.
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Venue Distribution
The entire five-match series will be played at one venue: Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo.
Using a single venue means both teams will have consistent playing conditions throughout the series. Queen’s Sports Club is one of Zimbabwe’s established cricket grounds and provides the setting for what will be an important landmark series for women's cricket in the country.
Playing all five matches at the same ground also reduces travel between fixtures and allows both squads to concentrate on preparation and recovery during the compact series.
For a deep dive into each venue, see our cricket grounds page.
Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women Scheduling
The series is scheduled across nine days, beginning on Friday, September 11 and concluding on Saturday, September 19.
The five fixtures are spaced across September 11, 13, 15, 17, and 19, giving the teams a rest day between every match. All five games will be played at Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo.
This structure provides both sides with sufficient recovery time while maintaining the momentum of a five-match bilateral T20I contest. It also gives coaches and captains an opportunity to assess performances and make tactical or personnel changes from one game to the next.
How to Use Today’s South Africa Women Tour of Zimbabwe 2026 Match Information
If you’re following the series (and particularly if you’re placing bets), using the complete cricket schedule matters a lot. For each fixture you’ll find:
- Match dates and start times in your local time zone.
- Full team line-ups including captains and key players.
- Pitch reports, weather updates and venue-specific factors that could impact play.
- Head-to-head records or format-specific insights
- Live scores and written ball-by-ball commentary for real-time updates.
To brush up on your cricket rules and formats before making your bets, why not check out our cricket guides?
Stay Connected With the Complete South Africa Women Tour of Zimbabwe Action
The South Africa Women Tour of Zimbabwe 2026 promises to be a significant series for both teams, with the five-match T20I contest marking South Africa Women’s first bilateral visit to Zimbabwe.
With all five matches taking place at Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo, fans can follow the series as Zimbabwe attempt to challenge a more established South African side on home soil. South Africa, meanwhile, will use the tour to assess emerging players and continue building depth for the future.
Stay with OCBSports throughout the tour for expert match predictions, betting tips, live scores, team news, pitch reports, and in-depth pre-match analysis. Whether you're supporting Zimbabwe or South Africa, we'll provide complete coverage from the opening T20I on September 11 through to the series finale on September 19.