By Bilal Khan 
Pakistan Women aim to extend their lead in the series after a commanding victory in the first ODI against Zimbabwe. The match is scheduled for May 6, 2026, at the National Stadium in Karachi.
Pakistan Women lead the series 1-0 after winning the first ODI by 168 runs. They scored 330 runs for 5 wickets in that match, with Sadaf Shamas contributing significantly with a score of 98 runs. Beloved Biza was the standout performer for Zimbabwe, scoring 53 runs.
Key facts:
- The match is the second ODI of the Zimbabwe Women tour of Pakistan.
- Pakistan Women won the toss and elected to bat first.
- The pitch at National Stadium favors batters, providing consistent pace and bounce.
- Zimbabwe’s captain is Nomvelo Sibanda, while Fatima Sana leads Pakistan.
To keep the series alive, Zimbabwe’s top order must find a way to navigate Pakistan’s disciplined spin duo. The broadcast and live streaming of the match are not available in India. Observers noted that Pakistan’s strong batting lineup poses a challenge for Zimbabwe.
The expected temperature during the match is around 35 degrees Celsius. Fans look forward to an exciting encounter as both teams aim for victory.
