The first ODI match between Pakistan women and Zimbabwe women will be played on May 4 at the National Stadium in Karachi. This is the start of a three-match ODI series.
Both teams will look to start the series with a win.
Pakistan Women are coming after a 2-1 series loss against South Africa. However, they won the last match by a big margin of 119 runs, which will give them confidence. Playing at home will also have an advantage and they will look to perform well in this series.
Zimbabwe Women have also been struggling with their recent series, where they lost 3-0 to New Zealand. They will now try to improve their performance and give a better fight in this series. A good start in the first match will be very important for them.
PAK-W vs ZIM-W: Pitch Report
The pitch in Karachi is usually flat, so batters enjoy playing on it. Being in the subcontinent, the surface can help spinners and slow bowlers later in the match as it starts to wear out. Because of this, the captain who wins the toss will likely choose to bat first and score runs while the conditions are still good for early advantage and total score.
PAK-W vs ZIM-W: Predicted Playing XI
Pakistan Women (PAK-W):
Gull Feroza, Sidra Amin, Ayesha Zafar, Sadaf Shamas, Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Najiha Alvi (wk), Nashra Sandhu, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Momina Riasat
Zimbabwe Women (ZIM-W):
Kelis Ndhlovu, Natasha Mtomba, Vimbai Mutungwindu (wk), Beloved Biza, Kelly Ndiraya, Adel Zimunu, Michelle Mavunga, Nomvelo Sibanda (c), Precious Marange, Olinder Chare, Lindokuhle Mabhero
PAK-W vs ZIM-W: Players to Watch Out For
Sidra Amin (PAK-W): Sidra Amin is an experienced batter. She scored 118 runs in the last ODI series. She will look to perform better at home and play a big innings. Her role will be very important at the top.
Nashra Sandhu (PAK-W): Nashra Sandhu is a key bowler for Pakistan. She took 5 wickets in the last series. She has good control and can trouble batters with her spin. She will be important in this match.