India Women will face Zimbabwe Women in the first T20I of their three-match series on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur.
The match marks the beginning of Smriti Mandhana’s new chapter as India’s full-time captain. Fans looking to follow the historic contest can watch the action live on television or through online streaming platforms.
India Women vs Zimbabwe Women 1st T20I: Match Details
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Start time: 7:00 PM IST
Toss: 6:30 PM IST
Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
Where to Watch IND-W vs ZIM-W Live in India?
Indian cricket fans can follow the first T20I through the following platforms:
Live TV broadcast: Star Sports Network
Live streaming:JioHotstar app and website
Viewers can check their local television listings for the relevant Star Sports channel. Online viewers can visit JioHotstar to access the match, subject to the platform’s subscription and availability requirements.
Where to Watch in Other Countries?
Broadcast arrangements may differ by region. Viewers outside India should check their local sports broadcasters and official streaming services for confirmed coverage.
For viewers in Zimbabwe and other international markets, check the latest official broadcaster announcements before the match.
What to Expect from the Match?
India will aim to use their home advantage and experienced batting lineup to take an early lead in the series. Smriti Mandhana’s captaincy, Shafali Verma’s aggressive batting and Deepti Sharma’s all-round contributions will be among the key talking points.
Zimbabwe Women, led by Josephine Nkomo, will look to challenge the hosts with disciplined bowling and a strong performance in the field.
The opening match also represents the first T20I meeting between India Women and Zimbabwe Women, adding significance to the contest.
Final Word
The India Women vs Zimbabwe Women first T20I begins at 7:00 PM IST on October 16, with live television coverage on Star Sports Network and online streaming on JioHotstar in India.
Fans should check official broadcaster listings for any last-minute changes to coverage or match timings.
