new zealand women And zimbabwe women All set to script a new chapter as they meet for the first time in a bilateral series. The action begins on February 25 with the opening T20I at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The tour includes three T20Is in Hamilton, followed by a three-match ODI series at the University Oval in Dunedin from March 5, giving both teams a valuable opportunity for competitive cricket.
For the White Ferns, this series marks the beginning of a new phase under new captain Amelia Kerr, who will lead the team in a home series for the first time. However, the team will be without some familiar faces. Suzie Bates has been ruled out with a quadricep injury, Sophie Devine is unavailable for the T20Is, and Lee Tahuhu has been rested. Their absence opens the door for new talent, with uncapped players Nancy Patel and Kayleigh Knight in line for potential debuts.
The stakes are equally important for Zimbabwe. The ODI stage marks their entry into the ICC Women’s Championship cycle, an important pathway towards the 2029 World Cup. Led by Nomvelo Sibanda, Zimbabwe will look to experienced names like Josephine Nkomo, Kelis Ndhlovu and Modester Mupachikwa to rise to the occasion.
Zimbabwe Women tour New Zealand 2026: Schedule
- 1st T20I: February 25 – Seddon Park (11:45 am IST/ 6:15 am GMT/ 7:15 pm local)
- 2nd T20I: February 27 – Seddon Park (11:45 am IST/ 6:15 am GMT/ 7:15 pm local)
- 3rd T20I: March 1 – Seddon Park (5:45 am IST/ 12:15 am/ 1:15 pm local)
- 1st ODI: March 5 – University Oval (03:30 AM IST/ 10:00 AM GMT/ 11:00 AM Local)
- 2nd ODI: March 8 – University Oval (03:30 AM IST/ 10:00 AM GMT/ 11:00 AM Local)
- 3rd ODI: March 11 – University Oval (03:30 AM IST/ 10:00 AM GMT/ 11:00 AM Local)
squads
New Zealand: amelia kerr (c), Izzy Gaze (wk), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Brie Elling, Polly Inglis (wk), Jess Kerr, Kylie Knight (T20I only), Emma McLeod (ODI only), Rosemary Mair, Nancy Patel, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Izzy Sharp.
Zimbabwe: Nomvelo Sibanda (c)
Broadcast & Live Streaming Details
- New Zealand: TVNZ 1, TVNZ+
- Zimbabwe: ZBC TV, ZBC Online
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
- India: SonyLIV, FanCode app and website
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket
Also read: Australia vs India, Women’s ODI Series: Schedule, Team News, Broadcast and Live Streaming Details
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