By Victoria Hamilton 
Namibia Women vs Zimbabwe Women, Final – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier 2025
Zimbabwe Women produced a clinical performance to defeat hosts Namibia Women by 9 wickets in the Final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier Division 1, 2025 at Windhoek. With this victory, Zimbabwe secured their ticket to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier.
Namibia’s Innings – Green Holds the Fort
Batting first, Namibia struggled against Zimbabwe’s disciplined attack. Kayleen Green played a fighting knock of 48 off 47 balls, while Yasmeen Khan added 23 runs. Despite these efforts, Namibia were restricted to 115/7 in 20 overs.
Zimbabwe’s bowlers kept the pressure throughout. Josephine Nkomo (2/13) and Beloved Biza (2/12) were the standout bowlers, while Nyasha Gwanzura and Loreen Tshuma chipped in with key wickets.
Zimbabwe’s Chase – Kelis Ndhlovu Dominates
In reply, Zimbabwe chased down the target with ease, finishing at 116/1 in 16.3 overs. Rising star Kelis Ndhlovu played a match-winning knock of 70 off 52 balls* with 11 fours and a six, earning the Player of the Match award.
Wicketkeeper Modester Mupachikwa supported with 37 runs, ensuring Zimbabwe’s chase was never in doubt.
Brief Scores
Namibia: 115/7 (20 overs) – Kayleen Green 48, Yasmeen Khan 23
Zimbabwe: 116/1 (16.3 overs) – Kelis Ndhlovu 70*, Modester Mupachikwa 37
Result: Zimbabwe won by 9 wickets
Player of the Match: Kelis Ndhlovu (Zimbabwe Women) – 70* (52) with 11 fours and 1 six.
Anas Ahmed