NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Preview

Before of Wednesday's opening match of Zimbabwe During the women's tour of New Zealand, many universities and fans from both teams anticipated a one-sided series. And so it proved in the first game, with New Zealand Women scoring 200+ for only the second time in their past in this format, while Zimbabwe Women lost just four wickets but managed only 110 runs. Returning to Seddon Park for the second WT20I, New Zealand's new-look side is expected to take a 2-0 lead. For Zimbabwe Women, anything less than a 92-run defeat will be regarded a success.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Details

New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women – 2nd T20I Match, Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand 2026

Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton 

Date & Time: 27th February 2026 at 11:45 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Venue Stats 

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Pitch Report

Seddon Park is often a green-topped pitch, so pace bowlers will have an advantage. Expect the first innings to have a par score of no more than 125. 

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Weather Report

The weather forecast predicts a cold and overcast evening in Hamilton. Expecting a high temperature of ten degrees Celsius and humidity of more than 90%.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Last Five Matches

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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NZ-W vs ZIM-W Probable Playing XIs:

Zimbabwe Women Probable Playing XIs

Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano (c), Beloved Biza, Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loreen Tshuma, Josephine Nkomo, Chiedza Dhururu (wk), Christabel Chatonzwa, Lindokuhle Madhero, Kudzai Chigora, Nomvelo Sibanda 

New Zealand Women Probable Playing XIs

Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr (c), Bella James, Bree Illing, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Jess Kerr, Polly Inglis (wk), Rosemary Mair, Nensi Patel, Kayley Knight

Topmost Picks for NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – New Zealand Women

• Amelia Kerr – Skipper Amelia Kerr has been the standout batsman, scoring 250 runs in her last seven innings with an impressive average of 50.00 and strike rate of 110.61.
• Isabella Gaze – Opener Isabella Gaze finished not out with an a little more restrained 66 from 50 balls.

Top Picks – Zimbabwe Women

• Kelis Ndhlovu – She top-scored with 52 against Nepal and has scored 302 runs in her last ten matches, with an average of 50.33 and a strike rate of 110.21.
• Josephine Nkomo – Josephine Nkomo spearheads the attack. She took two wickets against Nepal and has 15 dismissals in the last nine game.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Team:

Izzy Gaze, Chiedza Dhururu, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Georgia Plimmer(VC), Beloved Biza, Amelia Kerr(C), Maddy Green, Jess Kerr, Bree Illing, Loreen Tshuma, Josephine Nkomo

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Amelia Kerr, Kelis Ndhlovu

Vice-captain – Georgia Plimmer, Josephine Nkomo

Wicketkeeper – Izzy Gaze

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Probable Winners:

Neither team has been in good form in WT20I cricket recently, but with the outside temperature expected to be so low, we believe Zimbabwe Women will struggle. We predict a home victory. We want New Zealand Women to win! Considering the team combination, New Zealand Women is expected to win this match.