Vadodara, Gujarat: The Indian women’s cricket team has arrived in Vadodara ahead of its three-match One Day International (ODI) series against Zimbabwe. The players received a welcome at Vadodara Airport as excitement builds among local cricket fans ahead of the international matches scheduled at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi.
The series will begin on October 23, 2026, followed by the second ODI on October 25 and the third match on October 28. All three matches will be played in Vadodara.
Smriti Mandhana to Lead Indian Women’s Cricket Team
Smriti Mandhana will captain the Indian women’s team for the ODI series. The squad features several prominent Indian players, including Harmanpreet Kaur, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Renuka Singh, Harleen Deol and Richa Ghosh. India will look to make the most of its home advantage and deliver strong performances throughout the three-match series.
Zimbabwe Women’s Team Set for International Challenge
Zimbabwe’s women’s team will face India in the ODI series following the T20I leg of the tour in Raipur. The tour is significant for Zimbabwe women’s cricket, as the country is participating in its first bilateral women’s international series against India. The ODI matches also provide an opportunity for Zimbabwe to compete in the ICC Women’s Championship.
Vadodara Ready to Host International Women’s Cricket
With all three ODIs scheduled at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara is set to host an exciting week of international women’s cricket.
The arrival of the Indian team has added to the anticipation surrounding the matches, with local supporters looking forward to watching the national side compete on home ground. The series also provides an opportunity to promote women’s cricket in Gujarat and encourage more fans to follow the women’s game.
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