Nigeria is hosting the 5th edition of the Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos. The tournament is underway from March 18 to March 29.
The 5 teams participating are: Senior women’s teams from Nigeria, Rwanda, and Ghana, and under-19 teams from South Africa Women Under-19 and Zimbabwe Women Under-19. It is the first time Under-19 teams are participating in the tournament, adding a fresh competitive edge.
Teams are battling it out in fast-paced T20 matches, with players delivering impressive performances across departments.
The host nation, Nigeria, is participating as a defending champion and will aim to reclaim the title in front of its home fans. Keep reading to know about its overview, schedule, format and live-streaming details.
Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 |
| Edition | 5th Edition |
| Dates | March 18 to March 29 |
| Venue | Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval, Lagos |
| Host Nation | Nigeria |
| Teams | Nigeria Women, Rwanda Women, Ghana Women, Sierra Leone Women, SA Women U19, Zimbabwe Women U19 |
| Format | Round-Robin + 3rd Place Play-off + Final |
| Total Matches | 12 |
Schedule of Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026
Here is the complete match schedule for the Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026. All matches will be played at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Lagos.
| Date | Match No. | Match | Local Time | IST | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 20 | 1st Match | Ghana Women vs Rwanda Women | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | Rwanda WomenWon by 122 runs |
| March 20 | 2nd Match | Nigeria Women vs Zimbabwe Women U19 | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | Nigeria Women won by 8 wickets |
| March 21 | 3rd Match | Ghana Women vs South Africa Women U19 | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | South Africa Women U19 won by 99 runs |
| March 21 | 4th Match | Rwanda Women vs Zimbabwe Women U19 | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | Rwanda Women by 60 runs |
| March 22 | 5th Match | Nigeria Women vs Ghana Women | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | Nigeria Women won by 136 runs |
| March 22 | 6th Match | Rwanda Women vs South Africa Women U19 | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | Rwanda Women won by 4 runs (DLS) |
| March 24 | 7th Match | South Africa Women U19 vs Zimbabwe Women U19 | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | TBD |
| March 24 | 8th Match | Nigeria Women vs Rwanda Women | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | TBD |
| March 25 | 9th Match | Nigeria Women vs South Africa Women U19 | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | TBD |
| March 25 | 10th Match | Ghana Women vs Zimbabwe Women U19 | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | TBD |
| March 27 | 1st Semi-Final | TBC vs TBC | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | TBD |
| March 27 | 2nd Semi-Final | TBC vs TBC | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | TBD |
| March 28 | 3rd Place Play-off | TBC vs TBC | 10:00 AM | 02:30 PM | TBD |
| March 28 | Final | TBC vs TBC | 02:00 PM | 06:30 PM | TBD |
Format of Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026
The tournament uses a simple format. In the group stage, all teams play against each other. After that, the top teams move on to knockout matches that decide the final winner.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Teams | 5 teams |
| Group Stage Format | Round-Robin, each team will play 4 matches |
| Total Group Matches | 10 matches |
| 3rd Place Play-off | Teams finishing 3rd and 4th |
| Final | Top 2 teams on Match 12 |
Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 Squads
All 5 teams have announced their squad, let’s have a look at the squad of the Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament.
Rwanda Women
Diane Bimenyimana (c), Fanny Utagushimaninde, Gisele Ishimwe, Clarisse Umutoniwase, Shakila Niyomuhoza, Henriette Ishimwe, Alice Ikuzwe, Belyse Murekatete, Geovanis Uwase, Rosine Irera, Rosette Shimwamana Wanda, Flora Irakoze, Merveille Uwase, Sylivia Usabyimana
Ghana Women
Abigail Amuzu, Elizabeth Annor, Ellen Asante, Ernestina Sago, Esther Bakiweyem, Grace Essoun, Grace Quaicoe, Ivy Yeboah, Jacqueline Kokam, Joycelyn Ahama, Kate Awuah, Miriam Eshun, Rashidatu Salia, Rebecca Adotei
Nigeria Women
Anointed Akhigbe, Christabel Chukwuonye, Esther Sandy, Favour Effiong, Henrietta Mbam, Kehinde Amusa, Lilian Ude, Peace Usen, Piety Lucky, Queen Joseph, Salome Sunday, Sarah Etim, Shola Adekunle, Victory Igbinedion, Omosigho Eguakun
South Africa Women Under-19
Siphokuhle Masilela, Kananelo Mokoena, Chanel Venter, Bruzaan Goosen, Jeze Campher, Miya Lalor, Shelfa Mukhari, Mieke van Voorst, Ashleigh van Wyk, Jae Leigh Filander (wk), Rethabile Nthoba (wk), Ashley Barnard, Danelie Boshoff, Ziya Mohanlall, Cayleigh Wanckel
Zimbabwe Women Under-19
Lorraine Pemhiwa, Nokutenda Makanhiwa, Bethel Zinyama, Salem Museka, Nicolette Nyika, Beloved Biza, Buhlebenkosi Maposa, Christine Mutasa, Munenyasha Mandidzora, Naomi Mhlekwa, Ruvarashe Mpofu, Sharmaine Manyukwi, Tadiwa Garutsa, Tawananyasha Zvomarima
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Where to Watch Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026
The Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 will be live-streamed on FanCode. This is the primary platform for fans wanting to follow all the action online.
