West Indies Women clinch T20I series against Zimbabwe with dominant eight-wicket victory.
Eboni Brathwaite's record-breaking fifty powered the West Indies to an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
The story
At Takashinga Sports Club in Harare, West Indies Women secured the T20I series against Zimbabwe with a commanding eight-wicket victory in the second match on Monday. Zimbabwe, batting first, made a steady start, reaching 35 without loss in the powerplay, with openers Kelis Ndhlovu (25) and Beloved Biza (35) contributing. However, West Indies bowlers tightened their grip, restricting Zimbabwe to 106 for 7 in their 20 overs. Jahzara Claxton was a key performer with the ball, taking 3 for 14 from two overs, including two wickets in consecutive deliveries.
In response, West Indies chased the target with ruthless efficiency, reaching 108 for 2 in just 9.1 overs. Teenager Eboni Brathwaite led the charge, smashing the fastest-ever T20I half-century by a West Indies woman, reaching her fifty in just 20 balls. She scored 57 off 23 deliveries, including six sixes and three fours, before falling with the score at 69 for 2. Realeanna Grimmond (23 not out off 16 balls) and Stafanie Taylor (9 not out) then guided the West Indies to victory with 65 balls to spare.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe Women vs West Indies Women | T20I | West Indies Women won by 8 wickets | Eboni Brathwaite (WI) 57 (23) & Jahzara Claxton (WI) 3/14 |
Series in play
West Indies Women tour of Zimbabwe 2026. 2nd T20I, West Indies Women lead the three-match series 2-0
What we'll be watching
- The third and final T20I between Zimbabwe Women and West Indies Women is scheduled for October 7, 2026, at Takashinga Cricket Club, Harare.
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