Zimbabwe announce squad for 2023 Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup

Zimbabwe have been placed in group B alongside England, Pakistan and Rwanda for the inaugural edition of the tournament

Zimbabwe have announced their squad for the 2023 Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup.

The inaugural edition of the tournament is scheduled to take place in South Africa between January 14-29.

Zimbabwe have been placed in group B alongside England, Pakistan and Rwanda and will begin their campaign against England in Potchefstroom on January 15.

Allrounder Kelis Ndhlovu will captain the side. The 17-year-old has already made 15 senior appearances for Zimbabwe, scoring 285 runs and taking 15 wickets.

Zimbabwe Under-19 squad: Kelis Ndhlovu (c), Kelly Ndiraya, Kay Ndiraya, Adel Zimunhu, Natasha Mutomba, Vimbai Mutungwindu, Danielle Meikle, Tawananyasha Marumani, Michelle Mavunga, Olinda Chare, Kudzai Chigora, Betty Mangachena, Chipo Moyo, Faith Ndhlalambi, Rukudzo Mwakayeni

Michelle Mavunga, 17, has also represented Zimbabwe at senior level, taking seven wickets in five T20Is since making her debut against Namibia in April.

Tawananyasha Marumani, sister of Zimbabwe men's international Tadiwanashe, and twins Kay and Kelly Ndiraya are among the other players to watch in the squad.

Trevor Phiri will serve as head coach at the tournament.