India Secures 3-0 Series Sweep with Dominant Win Over Zimbabwe in Women's T20I

In a remarkable display of skill, India’s women's cricket team achieved a 3-0 series sweep against Zimbabwe, winning the final T20I by 92 runs. Harmanpreet Kaur's unbeaten 91 and Shafali Verma's explosive 69 were pivotal in setting a formidable target of 216 runs. Despite a valiant effort from Zimbabwe, they could only manage 124 runs in response. This victory not only capped off a dominant series for India but also marked their largest win by runs in women's T20 internationals at home. Read on for a detailed breakdown of the match highlights and performances.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 20, 2026, 23:58 IST

India's Commanding Victory

In a thrilling conclusion to the women's T20I series, India triumphed over Zimbabwe by 92 runs, thanks to stellar performances from Harmanpreet Kaur and Shafali Verma. The match took place at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on Tuesday, allowing India to clinch a clean sweep of 3-0 in the series.

After winning the toss, India opted to bat first, setting a challenging target of 216 runs for Zimbabwe. Harmanpreet and Shafali were instrumental in this effort, while Zimbabwe could only muster 124 runs in their 20 overs. India's bowlers effectively restricted the opposition, ensuring a comprehensive victory.

Highlights of India's Innings

Shafali Verma ignited the innings with a powerful 69 runs off just 37 balls, featuring six fours and five sixes. She formed a solid opening partnership of 54 runs with Anushka Sharma, who contributed 28 runs from 20 balls, including four boundaries and a six. Anushka was dismissed by Nomvelo Sibanda in the sixth over, while Niki Prasad added nine runs before falling to Nyasha Gwanzura, leaving India at 68/2.

Harmanpreet then joined Shafali, and together they built a formidable partnership of 84 runs for the third wicket. Shafali's innings concluded at 152/3 in the 15th over when she was caught by Tendai Makusha off Beloved Biza. Harmanpreet, however, continued to dominate, finishing with an unbeaten 91 runs from 41 balls, including 10 fours and five sixes, achieving a strike rate of 221.95. Despite losing a few wickets towards the end, India managed to post a total of 216/7.

Beloved Biza emerged as Zimbabwe's standout bowler, taking three wickets for 50 runs in her four overs, while Sibanda, Gwanzura, and Tendai Makusha each claimed one wicket.

Zimbabwe's Struggles in the Chase

Zimbabwe's chase began poorly, with Kelis Ndhlovu dismissed for a duck on the first ball, bowled by Kranti Gaud. Modester Mupachikwa followed shortly after, caught by Richa Ghosh off Nandani Sharma, leaving the visitors in a precarious position at 12/2.

Sharne Mayers and Beloved Biza attempted to stabilize the innings, but the required run rate continued to rise as India's bowlers maintained tight control. Biza was the top scorer for Zimbabwe, managing 44 runs off 50 balls, including five fours, but the team ultimately finished at 124/7 in their 20 overs.

Nandani Sharma led the bowling attack for India, taking three wickets for just 18 runs, while Deepti Sharma also contributed with a wicket. India's disciplined bowling performance ensured that Zimbabwe fell well short of the target.

Historic Series Win

This victory marked India's third consecutive win in the series, having also won the first two T20Is. The 92-run margin represents India's largest victory by runs at home in women's T20 internationals, highlighting a dominant series performance.