Published on: Oct 22, 2026 1:33 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 23, 2026 12:11 pm IST
The T20I series is done and dusted; it’s now time for the ODIs to get underway. The Indian women defeated the Zimbabwean eves comprehensively by 3-0 in the T20I series and will now gear up for the three ODIs set to kick off on October 23. All three games of the series will be played at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara. The Indian women will once again back themselves to start well in the ODIs as well and secure yet another clean sweep against the minnows, the Zimbabwean women. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for IND-W vs ZIM-W 1st ODI at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara.
India women once again will be the firm favorites to clinch this game. They were prudent in the T20Is, with all their bases covered, and should have their tails up heading into the ODIs as well. Playing in hostile conditions with the crowd backing them, the Indian eves should have the win probability meter leaning in their favor. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for IND-W vs ZIM-W 1st ODI at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara.
IND-W: 100% win chance ZIM-W: 0% win chance
The 17-year-old youngster was the top scorer in the ODI series against West Indies last month. Beloved will be looking to add more to her tally in this trip after scoring 51 across the three T20Is in the series just concluded.
The Indian skipper had a great time during the T20Is and will look to continue from where she left in the last game. Expect Smriti to play a crucial role at the top.
The left-hand wicket-keeper batter had a terrific India A series before heading into this series. Yastika will look to continue with her good run of form.
Fresh off an unbeaten 91 off 41 in the final T20I of the series just concluded, the former Indian women skipper Harmanpreet Kaur is definitely back among runs. She has scored 352 runs in her last 10 ODI outings at an average of 39.11.
Check out our prediction for the IND-W vs ZIM-W 1st ODI of the Zimbabwean Women Tour of India at Vadodara.
Indian women’s cricket is set for another milestone as Smriti Mandhana begins her journey as the full‑time ODI captain taking over the reins from Harmanpreet Kaur. After successfully debuting as T20I skipper in the recent series against Zimbabwe Women, Mandhana now takes charge in the 50‑over format, with the first of the three‑match ODI series scheduled for October 23 at home.
Mandhana’s elevation marks a generational shift in leadership, with the management backing her aggressive batting style and calm demeanor to inspire the side. Her captaincy debut in T20Is was marked by confidence and composure, and she will look to carry that momentum into the longer format.
India enters the series as clear favorites against Zimbabwe, who remain relatively inexperienced at this level. For Mandhana, this assignment is an opportunity to stamp her authority, build team cohesion, and set the tone for future challenges. A strong start in ODIs under her leadership could well symbolize the dawn of a new era for Indian women’s cricket.
The Zimbabwean women’s cricket team faces a daunting challenge as they prepare to meet India Women in ODIs for the first time ever. Their recent form offers little comfort, just one win in their last nine ODIs, a solitary triumph against West Indies Women last month by four wickets. That victory was historic, but it remains an isolated bright spot in an otherwise difficult run.
Adding to their woes, Zimbabwe enter this series on the back of a 0‑3 T20I whitewash against India, which has further dented confidence. Against a dominant Indian side brimming with experience and depth, the visitors will need to summon resilience and tactical discipline to stay competitive.
Skipper Josephine Nkomo and key performers like Beloved Biza, Kelis Ndhlovu, and Modester Mupachikwa must shoulder responsibility if Zimbabwe are to withstand India’s relentless pressure. For the White Angels, survival hinges on building partnerships, minimizing collapses, and finding breakthroughs with the ball. Anything less, and India’s superiority could turn this contest into another one‑sided affair. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 0 IND-W won: 0 ZIM-W won: 0 No Result: 0 Tied: 0 RECENT form ZIMBABWE WOMEN: L L L W L RECENT form INDIA WOMEN: W W L L L
The Indian women and Zimbabwean women have never locked horns in ODIs. This will be their first-ever meeting.
How will the two teams, i.e., India Women and Zimbabwe Women, fare in the 1st ODI of the Zimbabwe Women Tour of India? Let’s take a look.
Smriti Mandhana (C), Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Yastika Bhatia, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Nandani Sharma, Sayali Satghare
Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Sharne Mayers, Josephine Nkomo (C), Nyasha Gwanzura, Modester Mupachikwa (WK), Michelle Mavunga, Francisca Chipare, Olinder Chare, Tendai Makusha
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the first ODI of the Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of India between Zimbabwe Women and India Women at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara.
Captains may prefer batting first, as the surface offers true bounce early but slows later for spinners. A first‑innings score of 250–270 looks competitive. Winning the toss provides the edge to set the tone for the team batting first and gives them a chance to dictate terms.
The online live streaming of the 1st ODI between India Women and Zimbabwe Women will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports channels.
The Indian women dominated the Zimbabwean eves in the T20Is. They are expected to do the same to them in the ODIs as well, particularly when they are playing in hostile conditions. The hosts sealed the T20Is at will and must be looking to do something similar in the ODI series as well, starting with a win in the opening match of the series. Therefore, as per our prediction, India Women are expected to win IND-W vs ZIM-W, 1st ODI.
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