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Introduction
Fans looking for the full match details and schedule around the Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women 2nd T20I will find everything lined up for September 13, 2026. As of September 12, 2026, the fixture is set for Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, with South Africa Women arriving 1-0 up in this historic five match series. Here is a complete rundown of the schedule, the squads, and where things stand heading into game two.
1. Match Details at a Glance
The second T20I is scheduled for September 13, 2026, at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. It forms part of a five match series that runs from September 11 through September 19.
Match: Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women, 2nd T20I. Date: September 13, 2026. Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
Local broadcast and streaming details are expected to mirror the arrangements from the series opener, with regional coverage available through official cricket channels closer to the start of play.
2. Full Series Schedule
Every match in this tour is being played at the same ground, which keeps travel logistics simple for both squads. The full schedule runs as follows.
- 1st T20I: September 11, 2026
- 2nd T20I: September 13, 2026
- 3rd T20I: September 15, 2026
- 4th T20I: September 17, 2026
- 5th T20I: September 19, 2026
All five matches take place at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, marking the first ever bilateral T20I tour by South Africa Women to Zimbabwe.
3. First T20I Recap: How South Africa Women Got Ahead
Zimbabwe batted first and lost four early wickets, falling to 12 for 4 inside four overs. A recovery led by Maddy Mupachikwa, who scored 36, helped the total reach 116 all out.
South Africa Women completed the chase for the loss of four wickets, winning with 41 balls remaining. Anneke Bosch led the chase with a career-best 83, her first T20I fifty since the 2024 World Cup semi-final against Australia.
Bosch put on 68 runs with Nondumiso Shangase before both were dismissed late in the innings. Nthabiseng Nini claimed 3 for 17 with the ball and picked up the player of the match award. Zimbabwe’s new head coach, Mark Coles, used eight different bowlers in his first match in charge.
4. Squads Named for the Series
South Africa Women
- Laura Wolvaardt (captain)
- Anneke Bosch
- Annerie Dercksen
- Ayanda Hlubi
- Sinalo Jafta (wicketkeeper)
- Eliz-Mari Marx
- Karabo Meso (wicketkeeper)
- Seshnie Naidu
- Nthabiseng Nini
- Luyanda Nzuza
- Kayla Reyneke
- Nondumiso Shangase
- Miané Smit
- Faye Tunnicliffe
- Caitlin Wyngaard
South Africa Women rank fifth in the ICC Women’s T20 Team Rankings and reached the semi-final of the 2026 T20 World Cup before losing to England. Several regular players are unavailable this tour due to overseas league commitments, so Wolvaardt is working with a younger group.
Zimbabwe Women
Josephine Nkomo has returned as captain for this series, with experienced batter Sharne Mayers also in the side. All rounder Beloved Biza is worth tracking given her recent form with both bat and ball.
5. Series Snapshot
| Match | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | September 11, 2026 | South Africa Women won by 6 wickets |
| 2nd T20I | September 13, 2026 | Upcoming |
| 3rd T20I | September 15, 2026 | Scheduled |
| 4th T20I | September 17, 2026 | Scheduled |
| 5th T20I | September 19, 2026 | Scheduled |
6. Latest News Note
As of September 12, 2026, no lineup changes have been reported for either team ahead of the second T20I. Fans should check official team channels closer to matchday for confirmed toss results and starting elevens, since Zimbabwe’s coaching staff may still be settling on their preferred bowling combination after using eight bowlers in the opener.
7. Key Takeaways
- Match date: The second T20I is set for September 13, 2026.
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, hosts all five matches of the series.
- Series lead: South Africa Women lead 1-0 after the opening match.
- Top performer: Anneke Bosch’s 83 was the standout innings of game one.
- Remaining schedule: Three matches follow the second T20I, on September 15, 17, and 19.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women 2nd T20I being played? The second T20I is scheduled for September 13, 2026.
Where is the match taking place? The match is being played at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
How many matches make up the full series? The series consists of five T20I matches, running from September 11 to September 19, 2026.
Who currently leads the series? South Africa Women lead the series 1-0 after winning the first T20I by six wickets.
Who was the top performer in the first match? Anneke Bosch was the top performer, scoring a career-best 83 for South Africa Women.
Conclusion
The Zimbabwe Women vs South Africa Women 2nd T20I is set for September 13, 2026, at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, with three more matches still to follow in this five game series. As of September 12, 2026, South Africa Women carry a 1-0 lead into the fixture, built on Anneke Bosch’s career-best innings, while Zimbabwe look to level the series on home soil.
