India Women will face Zimbabwe Women in the third and final One Day International (ODI) of their three-match series at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara.
Led by Smriti Mandhana, the Indian team has already secured the series after winning the first two matches and will aim to complete a clean sweep in the final encounter. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, will look to finish the tour with a consolation victory after struggling to match India’s performances in the opening games.
The third ODI is scheduled to take place on October 28, 2026, with the match set to begin at 2 pm Indian Standard Time (IST). The toss is scheduled for 1:30 pm IST, approximately 30 minutes before the start of play. The BCA Stadium in Kotambi, Vadodara, Gujarat, will host the encounter, marking the final match of Zimbabwe Women’s tour of India in this ODI series.
Cricket fans in India can watch the live telecast of the India Women versus Zimbabwe Women third ODI on the Star Sports Network. The match will also be available for online viewing through the JioHotstar app and website. Viewers can access the digital broadcast using compatible devices, including smartphones, tablets and computers, subject to the platform’s access requirements. Fans are advised to check their television listings or streaming platform before the match begins.
India enter the final game after producing convincing performances in both previous matches. In the opening ODI, Zimbabwe were bowled out for 197 in 49.5 overs, before India chased down the target in 27.1 overs with the loss of just one wicket. Pratika Rawal scored an unbeaten century, while Shafali Verma contributed a half-century to help India secure a nine-wicket victory and take an early lead in the series.
The hosts strengthened their position in the second ODI with an impressive batting display, posting 328 for six in their allotted 50 overs. Harmanpreet Kaur scored 126, while Deepti Sharma also registered a century, helping India establish a substantial total. Zimbabwe were subsequently dismissed for 207 in 48.5 overs, handing India a 121-run victory and an unassailable 2-0 lead. The result ensured that India had already won the series before the final match.
With the series decided, India will look to maintain their momentum and give their players another opportunity to perform ahead of future international assignments. Zimbabwe will hope to produce a stronger all-round performance against the hosts and avoid a series whitewash. The final ODI offers both teams an opportunity to assess their combinations and finish the three-match contest on a positive note.