How did India Women win the match against Zimbabwe in Raipur?

India Women chased 115 in 15.4 overs, winning by four wickets.

Who captained India Women in this match?

Smriti Mandhana captained India Women.

India Women won the first of a three‑match T20I series against Zimbabwe in Raipur, taking a 1‑0 lead after a 15.4‑over chase of 115.

By Latest Headlines Newsroom Published 16 October 2026 · 6:52 AM · Updated 1 h ago · 1 min read

Key points

India Women won by four wickets, chasing 115 in 15.4 overs.

Smriti Mandhana captained India in her first full‑time captaincy role.

Niki Prasad made her senior India debut and contributed to a middle‑order stand.

Zimbabwe’s top scorers were Kelis Ndhlovu (42) and Sharne Mayers (43*).

India’s bowlers included Nandani Sharma (2/11) and two stumpings by Richa Ghosh.

India Women defeated Zimbabwe Women by four wickets in the first Women's T20 International of the three‑match series in Raipur on October 16, 2026.

Zimbabwe finished at 114 for five after their full 20 overs, setting a target of 115.

India chased the target in 15.4 overs, reaching 115 for six.

The win gave India a 1‑0 lead in the series.

Smriti Mandhana captained India in her first assignment as full‑time captain.

The teams observed a moment of silence before the match in memory of Sarah Dambanevana.

Niki Prasad made her senior India debut in the match and received her cap from Mandhana.

Prasad impressed on debut, contributing to the middle‑order stand that rescued India after early wickets.

Deepti Sharma also played a key role in the victory.

Zimbabwe’s innings featured a 42‑run knock by Kelis Ndhlovu and a 43‑run unbeaten effort by Sharne Mayers.

India’s bowling included two wickets by Nandani Sharma, both via stumpings by wicket‑keeper Richa Ghosh, finishing with figures of 2 for 11.