Story by Anashe Murombedzi
THE Lady Chevrons will field a youthful squad for the white-ball tour of Pakistan next month as Zimbabwe Cricket continues with its long-term rebuilding strategy.
Ten fresh faces headline the 15-member squad travelling to Pakistan in a bold move by selectors to invest in the next generation of talent.
All-rounder Kelis Ndhlovu returns after recovering from the concussion that ruled her out of the New Zealand tour earlier this year.
Nomvelo Sibanda retains the captaincy on an interim basis and will lead a side featuring only five players from the previous tour.
Experienced campaigner Precious Marange is expected to provide leadership alongside emerging talents Beloved Biza and Adel Zimunu.
The tour marks Zimbabwe’s first-ever Women’s Cricket assignment in Pakistan, with all six matches set to be played at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi from May 3 to May 12The series, which consists of three One Day Internationals and three T20 Internationals, forms part of the ICC Women’s Championship cycle for 2025 to 2029.
Zimbabwe will be hoping the youthful squad can rise to the occasion against a strong Pakistani side on unfamiliar territory.
