A fierce battle will be staged in Chennai on February 26 when India take on Zimbabwe for the Super 8 match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
This article provides a detailed prediction for the India national cricket team vs Zimbabwe national cricket team T20 World Cup match for eight rounds. It also includes pitch reports, key match statistics and best performing players, including probable playing XI and match winning probabilities.
IND vs ZIM Match Prediction: Who will win the 48th match of ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details: India National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team, 8th Round, T20 World Cup 2026.
Match: T20 World Cup 2026, Match No. 48
Date: Wednesday, February 26
Time: 7.00 pm Indian time
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Live telecast: Star Sports Network
India national cricket team vs Zimbabwe national cricket team head-to-head record:
According to the records of these two teams, India and Zimbabwe have played 13 T20 matches together. Zimbabwe managed to win 3 and India managed to win 10.
India national cricket team vs Zimbabwe national cricket team pitch report and conditions:
The pitch at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium often provides spin-friendly wickets. Fans probably will not get to see a high scoring match in this match. Due to the nature of the track, this match will be completely interesting.
IND vs ZIM Weather Report:
According to the weather forecast at present, there will be no possibility of rain. Blue, sunny skies can be seen on February 26. The temperature during the match may remain around 24 to 25 degrees Celsius.
IND vs ZIM T20 World Cup 2026 Probable XI:
India’s playing 11: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Shivam Dubey, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakraborty, Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh.
Zimbabwe’s playing 11: Brian Bennett, Tadivanashe Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (captain), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer, Blessing Muzarabani.
Toss Effect:
The toss can affect the outcome of the match, as the match will be played under floodlights. The team that wins the toss may prefer to bowl first.
Form and Fitness:
There has been no confirmation about any injury or fitness related issues from the Zimbabwean camp or the Indian camp.
IND vs ZIM Score Prediction:
Both teams have some very talented batsmen, but the pitch can be tricky. So chasing a score between 180 and 190 can be challenging.
IND vs ZIM Players Performance Prediction:
India’s key players: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Verma, Suryakumar Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy.
Zimbabwe’s key players: Brian Bennett, Tadivanashe Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza, Graeme Cremer and Blessing Muzarabani.
IND vs ZIM Best Batsman Prediction:
India: Ishan Kishan or Suryakumar Yadav.
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett or Sikandar Raza.
IND vs ZIM Best Bowler Prediction:
India: Jasprit Bumrah or Varun Chakravarthy.
Zimbabwe: Graeme Cremer or Blessing Muzarabani.
Conclusion: Who will win the IND vs ZIM T20 World Cup match?
Both sides proved their quality in the group stage. Now, Super 8 will also get a taste of their nervousness. Despite Zimbabwe’s hard work, India will be favorites to win the match in Chennai.
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