India Women and Zimbabwe Women meet in the second ODI of their three-match series at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara, with the hosts in a position to seal the series. India lead 1-0 after a commanding nine-wicket win in the first ODI, and another victory on Sunday would wrap up the series with a match to spare. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, must win to keep the series alive and will need a much stronger all-round performance than they produced in the opener.
The first ODI, played at the same venue on 23 October, was dominated by India from start to finish. Zimbabwe were bowled out for 197 in 49.5 overs, and India chased down 198 in just 27.1 overs. Pratika Rawal was the star with an unbeaten 100 off 96 balls and was named Player of the Match, while Shafali Verma smashed 64 off 33 balls at the top of the order. With the ball, Shree Charani took a career-best 4/23 and Kranti Gaud claimed 3/42, as India never allowed Zimbabwe to build a competitive total.
Match Details
| Match | India Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 2nd ODI |
| Series | Zimbabwe Women tour of India 2026, ODI series |
| Date | Sunday, 25 October 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 PM IST (toss 1:30 PM IST) |
| Venue | BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara |
| Format | One Day International |
India also swept the preceding T20I series 3-0, so Zimbabwe arrive in this match searching for their first win of the tour. The context from the earlier games is worth revisiting: read our India Women vs Zimbabwe Women 1st ODI preview and the India Women vs Zimbabwe Women 3rd T20I preview for how this tour has unfolded so far.
Squads
India Women squad
- Smriti Mandhana (captain), Deepti Sharma (vice-captain), Yastika Bhatia, Harleen Deol, Kranti Gaud, Richa Ghosh, Tejal Hasabnis, Harmanpreet Kaur, Pratika Rawal, Renuka Singh, Sayali Satghare, Shafali Verma, Nandani Sharma, Shree Charani, Vaishnavi Sharma, Jintimani Kalita.
Zimbabwe Women squad
- Josephine Nkomo (captain), Beloved Biza, Olinder Chare, Kudzai Chigora, Francisca Chipare, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Tendai Makusha, Michelle Mavunga, Sharne Mayers, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loryn Phiri, Nomvelo Sibanda.
Josephine Nkomo missed the first ODI with a niggle, with Nomvelo Sibanda captaining the side in her absence. Nkomo’s fitness for the second ODI is unconfirmed, so Zimbabwe’s leadership and final XI should be checked closer to the toss.
Probable Playing XIs
The following line-up for India is probable, not confirmed. Final XIs will depend on conditions, fitness and the toss.
India Women probable XI
- Smriti Mandhana (captain), Shafali Verma, Pratika Rawal, Harmanpreet Kaur, Tejal Hasabnis, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wicketkeeper), Shree Charani, Kranti Gaud, Sayali Satghare, Jintimani Kalita.
India are unlikely to change a winning combination too much, but with the series on the line they may also look at giving opportunities to players who have not yet featured. The balance of the side, with Mandhana and Rawal in form at the top, Shafali providing explosive starts, and Deepti Sharma and Charani controlling the middle overs, gives India strength in every department.
Head-to-Head Record
| Women’s ODIs | India lead 1-0 |
| 1st ODI, 23 October 2026 | India won by 9 wickets (Zimbabwe 197 all out; India 198/1 in 27.1 overs) |
This series is the first women’s ODI meeting between the sides in this tour’s context, and India have set the early standard. Zimbabwe’s best performer in the first ODI was Beloved Biza, who scored 62 off 92 balls, but she received too little support as wickets fell regularly. For Zimbabwe to compete in the second ODI, their top order must bat longer and their bowlers must find a way to contain Rawal, Shafali and Mandhana.
Pitch and Weather Report
The Kotambi surface in Vadodara is generally batting-friendly, with even bounce that allows batters to trust the pace of the pitch and play their shots. Seamers may get some early help with the new ball, particularly if they hit the right lengths, but once the ball softens the surface tends to favour batting. Spinners can still play a role in the middle overs, as Charani showed with her career-best figures in the first ODI.
Vadodara is expected to be warm, with temperatures around 26 to 30 degrees Celsius during the match, a rain chance near 0 percent and humidity in the range of 40 to 60 percent. That should mean a full match with no weather interruption, although the heat will test fitness in the afternoon.
Where to Watch and Live Streaming
- India: Star Sports / JioHotstar, DD Sports on DD Free Dish
- Zimbabwe / Southern Africa: SuperSport
- UAE / Middle East: StarzPlay (as listed for this series)
Viewers should check their local listings for the exact channel and streaming start time, as broadcast schedules can change. The match is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM IST, with the toss at 1:30 PM IST.
FAQs
When is the India Women vs Zimbabwe Women 2nd ODI?
It is on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at 2:00 PM IST (toss 1:30 PM IST), at the BCA Stadium, Kotambi, Vadodara.
What is the series score?
India lead the three-match ODI series 1-0 and can seal it with a win in the second ODI.
Who starred in the 1st ODI?
Pratika Rawal scored 100 not out off 96 balls and was Player of the Match, Shafali Verma made 64 off 33 balls, Shree Charani took a career-best 4/23, and Kranti Gaud took 3/42. Beloved Biza top-scored for Zimbabwe with 62 off 92 balls.
Is Josephine Nkomo fit to play?
Nkomo missed the first ODI with a niggle and her fitness for the second ODI is unconfirmed. Nomvelo Sibanda captained Zimbabwe in the first ODI.
Where can I watch the match in India?
In India, the match is listed on Star Sports and JioHotstar, with DD Sports available on DD Free Dish.
Conclusion
India Women enter the second ODI as clear favourites, with in-form batters, a varied bowling attack and the confidence of a nine-wicket win in the opener. Zimbabwe need a collective improvement: longer batting partnerships, tighter bowling at the start, and better fielding under pressure. If Beloved Biza and the Zimbabwe top order can build a platform, and the bowlers can make early breakthroughs, this could be a much closer contest. On current form, though, India look well placed to seal the series in Vadodara.
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