India vs Zimbabwe Women’s ODI Series: Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara to Host 3 Cricket Matches

Vadodara: Vadodara is set to host the India vs Zimbabwe women’s ODI series, with three One Day International matches scheduled for October 23, 25 and 28 at the Baroda Cricket Association (BCA) Stadium in Kotambi. The Indian and Zimbabwe women’s cricket teams are arriving in the city ahead of the series, with excitement building among cricket fans eager to watch the international matches live.

The Indian women’s team received a warm welcome upon arriving at Vadodara airport on Wednesday. The team will be led by newly appointed ODI captain Smriti Mandhana, with former captain Harmanpreet Kaur, vice-captain Deepti Sharma and Vadodara’s own Yastika Bhatia among the players attracting attention from local supporters.

The first ODI is scheduled to begin at 2 pm on Friday, October 23, at the BCA Stadium in Kotambi. The remaining matches will be played on October 25 and 28 at the same venue.

More than 900 BCA members secure tickets

The series has generated considerable interest among cricket enthusiasts in Vadodara. Fans are purchasing tickets through the Ticket Genie app, while members of the Baroda Cricket Association have also shown a strong response.

More than 900 BCA members secured tickets for all three matches during the association’s ticket distribution process, reflecting the anticipation surrounding the return of international women’s cricket to the city.

India, Zimbabwe teams to stay at separate hotels

The Indian women’s team is scheduled to stay at a hotel in Vadodara after arriving at the airport. The team’s accommodation arrangements include Hyatt Place Vadodara and Nilambar Triumph, near Nilambar Circle on the Vasna-Gotri Main Road, according to the itinerary details provided.

The Zimbabwe women’s team is scheduled to stay at WelcomHotel by ITC Hotels on R.C. Dutt Road in Alkapuri.

Star players to draw attention

Mandhana’s leadership, Harmanpreet Kaur’s experience, Deepti Sharma’s all-round abilities and wicketkeeper-batter Yastika Bhatia’s local connection are expected to be among the talking points of the series.

The three-match contest will give fans in Vadodara an opportunity to watch international women’s cricket at the Kotambi stadium, with both teams preparing to compete in the ODI series. DeshGujarat