Africa-Press – Eswatini. The Eswatini Cricket Association has announced the 14-member national women’s team that will represent the country at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Division 2 Qualifier in Gaborone, Botswana. The tournament, running from July 18–27, 2025 places Eswatini in Group B alongside hosts Botswana, Mozambique, and Sierra Leone.
Squad List
Mbali Dlamini (Captain)
Winile Ginindza
Noncedo Simelane
Tibusiso Dlamini
Lindokuhle Mamba
Ntombizini Gwebu
Ntombizodwa Mkhatshwa
Lulama Simelane
Tenele Malinga
Nothando Mabila
Lihle Shabalala
Zinhle Shabalala
Lethokuhle Gwebu
Nkosingiphile Gwebu
Player Importance
Captain Mbali Dlamini brings invaluable leadership and experience that is expected to be the backbone of Eswatini’s campaign for the T20 World Cup it is not only that but Key talents such as Winile Ginindza, Noncedo Simelane, and Tibusiso Dlamini are anticipated to deliver strong performances, building on their reputation as up-and-coming stars. Whereas Veteran presence from Lindokuhle Mamba and the versatility of Ntombizini Gwebu add crucial balance to the squad. The rest of the squad Ntombizodwa Mkhatshwa, Lulama Simelane, Tenele Malinga, Nothando Mabila, Lihle Shabalala, Zinhle Shabalala, Lethokuhle Gwebu, and Nkosingiphile Gwebu provide depth, energy, and a platform for emerging talent.
This qualifier is vital as the top two teams will move on to the ICC Africa Division 1 Qualifier in Namibia this September 2025, putting Eswatini on the path toward a possible debut at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Eswatini’s selectors have aimed for the optimal mix of experienced players and youth to maximize the nation’s prospects. The coaching staff have praised the squad’s blend of resilience and talent, declaring that “this team embodies not just talent, but the fighting spirit of Eswatini cricket.” All eyes now turn to Gaborone where these cricketers aim to make history for their country.
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