The Capricorn Triangular Series 2024 is all set to begin on September 06. The series will involve three teams namely Namibia, United Aram Emirates and Zimbabwe with Namibia serving as the hosts of the Tri series. All the three teams will face each other in total nine matches before the top two sides making it to the finals on September 15. All the games shall take place at Wanderers Cricket Ground in Windhoek.
The importance of the Tri series
This series will be crucial for these three associate nations as they continue to develop their cricketing prowess on the international stage. With opportunities to compete against stronger opposition often limited, the Capricorn Eagles Women’s Tri-Series provides a valuable platform for Namibia, UAE, and Zimbabwe to test their skills, build team chemistry, and gain vital experience. Performing well in this tournament can be a significant boost for the teams as they aim to rise in the ICC rankings and establish themselves as competitive forces in women’s cricket.
Complete squads of all three teams
UAE Women: Esha Oza (c), Archara Supriya, Heena Harish Hotchandani, Indhuja Nandakumar, Kavisha Kumari Egodage, Keziah Miriam Sabin, Lavanya Keny, Mehak Thakur, Rinitha Rajith, Rishitha Rajith, Rithika Rajith, Samaira Dharnidharka, Theertha Satish (wk), and Vaishnave Mahesh
Zimbabwe Women: Chiedza Dhururu (c), Josephine Nkomo, Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Modester Mupachikwa, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Loryn Phiri, Christine Mutasa, Runyararo Pasipanodya, Passionate Munorwei, Tawananyasha Marumani, Kudzai Chigora, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Chipo Moyo, Lorraine Pemhiwa
Namibia Women: Bianca Manuel, Edelle Van Zyl, Naomi Benjamin, Jurriene Diergaardt, Mekelaye Mwatile, Sune Wittmann (c), Merczerly Gorases (wk), Sylvia Shihepo (wk), Yasmeen Khan (wk), Irene van Zyl, Kayleen Green, Saima Tuhadeleni, Victoria Hamunyela, Wilka Mwatile
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Players to watch out for
In this highly anticipated Tri-Series, several players stand out as potential game-changers for their respective teams:
Esha Oza (UAE Women): The UAE captain has been a consistent performer and will look to lead her side from the front with both bat and ball.
Josephine Nkomo (Zimbabwe Women): A seasoned all-rounder, Nkomo has been crucial for Zimbabwe in recent years and is expected to play a key role in this series.
Sune Wittmann (Namibia Women): As Namibia’s captain, Wittmann will be aiming to inspire her team to success on home soil with her solid performances.
This Tri-Series offers an exciting opportunity for these teams to fine-tune their strategies ahead of future international competitions. Fans can expect some thrilling matches as these sides compete for the title of Capricorn Eagles Women’s Tri-Series champions.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.