on the 5thth March 3:30 AM IST, New Zealand Women will take on Zimbabwe Women in the 2nd T20I at the University Oval, Dunedin.
Get the best NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insights for the 1st ODI of Zimbabwe Women New Zealand tour 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Preview:
New Zealand Women and Zimbabwe Women will face each other in the first ODI of Zimbabwe Women’s tour of New Zealand, which will kick off the limited overs leg of the series. Both sides will be aiming to start the ODI series with a strong performance and build the early momentum. The opening ODI will provide an opportunity for both the teams to test their combinations and set the tone for the remaining matches of the series.
Amelia Kerr will captain the New Zealand women’s team in this match. The hosts have a balanced lineup in their batting unit consisting of Georgia Plimmer, Maddy Green and Brooke Halliday. Meanwhile, Izzy Gaze will handle the wicketkeeping duties and support the middle order along with Izzy Sharp. In the bowling department, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold and Nancy Patel will play important roles and will aim to provide early success to the team.
On the other hand, Nomvelo Sibanda will lead the Zimbabwe women’s team. The visitors will rely on experienced players like Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Kelis Ndhlovu and Nyasha Gwanzura to provide stability at the top of the order. Additionally, Beloved Biza and Lorin Phiri will strengthen the middle order, while Adele Zimunu, Tendai Makusha and Loren Tsuma will handle the bowling duties.
Both the teams would like to perform well in the opening ODI and an exciting match is expected between these two teams in the beginning of the ODI series.
NZ-W vs ZIM-W head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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new zealand women |
0 |
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zimbabwe women |
0 |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
19°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
balanced |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
No |
Records of chasing teams:
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Playing 11 (Expected):
New Zealand Women’s Playing 11:
1) Georgia Plimmer
2) Emma McLeod
3) Muddy Green
4) Amelia Kerr ©
5) Brooke Holiday
6) Easy Sharp
7) Easy Gaze (Wicketkeeper)
8) Jess Kerr
9) Rosemary Mair
10) Molly Penfold
11) Nancy Patel
zimbabwe women playing 11: :
1) Nyasha Gwanzura
2) Kelis Ndhlovu
3) Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
4) Dear Biza
5) Lorin Freei
6) Christabel Chatonzwa
7)Chidza Dhururu (Wicketkeeper)
8) Loren Tsuma
9) Nomvelo Sibanda ©
10) Adele Zimunu
11) Tendai Makusha
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Brooke Halliday – The versatile left-handed batsman and medium pace option for New Zealand Women has scored 1,097 runs and taken 8 wickets in 47 ODIs, bolstering the middle order with dependable contributions and tactical balance. |
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Amelia Kerr – The outstanding captain and elite all-rounder for New Zealand Women has scored 2,304 runs and taken 106 wickets in 84 ODIs, highlighted by her historic unbeaten 232* and her status as one of the most impressive performers of modern times. |
Raises up:
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Josephine Nkomo – The dynamic right-handed all-rounder representing Zimbabwe Women has scored 625 runs and taken 16 wickets in 27 matches, highlighted by an exceptional bowling effort of 3/41 and strong leadership qualities. |
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Easy Gaze – The energetic wicketkeeper-batsman for New Zealand Women has scored 348 runs in 30 ODIs, while completing 22 dismissals behind the stumps, cementing her growing reputation as a reliable presence in the lineup. |
Budget Selection:
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Lauren Tsuma – The disciplined right-arm medium bowler for Zimbabwe Women has taken 7 wickets in 12 ODIs, regularly delivering early breakthroughs during the powerplay to support her team’s bowling plans. |
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Bree Illing – The emerging left-arm medium pacer for New Zealand Women has taken 8 wickets in 6 ODIs, maintaining a good economy rate of 5.22 and earning recognition through consistent domestic performances. |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Zimbabwe Women New Zealand tour 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Amelia Kerr and Brooke Holiday |
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vice captain |
Izzy Gage and Josephine Nkomo |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Easy Gaze (VC)
- Batsmen – Maddy Green, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Loved Biza
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr©, Josephine Nkomo, Brooke Holliday, Nancy Patel
- Bowlers – Precious Maranj, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Easy Gaze
- Batsmen – Maddy Green, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Loved Biza
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr, Lorraine Tsuma, Josephine Nkomo (vice-captain), Brooke Holliday©, Nancy Patel
- Bowlers – Jess Kerr, Brie Illing

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Kelis Ndhlovu |
8.0 credit |
No |
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Polly English |
6.5 credits |
No |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st ODI Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
amelia kerr |
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gl captaincy option |
brooke holiday |
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choice of punt |
Bree Elling and Lauren Tsuma |
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dream11 combination |
1-3-4-3 |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination, New Zealand women’s team is expected to win this match.


