West Indies will face Zimbabwe in the 44th match of the Super 8 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Zimbabwe has performed exceptionally well in this T20 World Cup, topping Group B after defeating Australia and Sri Lanka in their group stage. Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by 6 wickets in their last group stage match. Chasing a target of 179 runs, Zimbabwe reached the target in 19.3 overs. Opening batsman Brian Bennett was the team's top scorer, scoring 63 runs off 48 balls.

On the other hand, the West Indies have also performed exceptionally well, topping Group C. The Caribbean team is finding the Indian conditions very suitable, and they could prove to be a very dangerous team for everyone in the competition. They defeated Italy by 42 runs in their final match.

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WI vs ZIM Match Details

• Match: West Indies vs Zimbabwe, 44th Match

• Date: 23rd February 2026

• Time: 7.00 PM IST

• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai 

• Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

WI vs ZIM Weather Report

Pitch Report - Wankhede Stadium

The surface is decent for stroke play, though bowlers get some help too, especially the spinners once the game moves into the middle phase.

• Flat surface 

• High-scoring ground

• Quick outfield 

WI vs ZIM Recent Form

WI vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record (T20I)

• WI Wins - 3

• ZIM Wins - 1

Top Batters to Watch – WI vs ZIM

• Brian Bennett (ZIM): 175 runs in this tournament 

• Shai Hope (WI): 155 runs in this tournament 

• Shimron Hetmyer (WI): 134 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – WI vs ZIM

• Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM): 9 wickets in this tournament 

• Brad Evans (ZIM): 8 wickets in this tournament 

• Shamar Joseph (WI): 7 wickets in this tournament 

WI vs ZIM Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If WI bats first

• Powerplay Score: 60–70

• Predicted Total: 170–190

• Match Result: WI to win

Scenario 2: If ZIM bats first

• Powerplay Score: 45–55

• Predicted Total: 155–165

• Match Result: WI to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

WI vs ZIM Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies 

Brandon King, Shai Hope(w/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph.

Zimbabwe 

Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani(w), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza(c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer, Blessing Muzarabani.

Why West Indies is the favourite today

• Explosive top-order

• Good spin bowler 

• Indian conditions suit better

WI vs ZIM Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, West Indies are the favourites to win this ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase and Sherfane Rutherford are expected to be the key performers.

Winning chances

WI: 60%

ZIM: 40%

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