The T20I series will begin in Hamilton, where New Zealand Women will take on Zimbabwe Women at Seddon Park on the 25thth February 11:45 am IST.
Get the best NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for 1st.scheduled tribe T20I match 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 will begin their white-ball series against Zimbabwe Women in the first T20I as both sides look to set the tone early in the encounter. The tour will feature a competitive T20I series, and both teams will be aiming to make a strong start in the shortest format. With a balanced combination of youth and experience in their team, they will look to build momentum from the opening match itself.
Amelia Kerr will lead the New Zealand women’s team in this match. Meanwhile, the team’s batting unit includes key players like Georgia Plimmer, Maddy Green and Brooke Halliday. Furthermore, the bowling department will rely on Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair and Bree Illing to deliver success in crucial stages. Additionally, all-round options like Kylie Knight and Nancy Patel will add depth to both departments, leaving the team well prepared.
On the other hand, Zimbabwe women will enter the contest with determination and confidence. Modest Mupachikwa and Kelis Ndhlovu will command the batting lineup, while Chiedza Dhururu and Beloved Biza will strengthen the middle order. Furthermore, the team will rely on Josephine Nkomo, Precious Maranze and Nomvelo Sibanda to lead the bowling attack. As both the teams take the field for the first T20 match, fans can expect a competitive and spirited encounter between these two sides.
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 |
20°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
152 |
Records of chasing teams:
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record |
Good |
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Victory % |
60% |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Playing 11 (Expected):
New Zealand Women’s Playing 11:
1) Georgia Plimmer
2) Muddy Green
3) Amelia Kerr
4) Brooke Holiday
5) Easy Sharp
6) Isabella Gaze
7) Nancy Patel
8) Jess Kerr
9) Rosemary Mair
10) Kylie Knight
11) Bree Elling
zimbabwe women playing 11: :
1) Modestor Mupachiqua
2) Kelis Ndhlovu
3) Chidza Dhururu
4) Dear Biza
5) Chipo Mugeri Tiripano
6) Josephine Nkomo
7) Nyasha Gwanzura
8) Christabel Chatonzwa
9) Precious Maranj
10) Tendai Makusha
11) Nomvelo Sibanda
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Georgia Plimmer – The rising right-handed opening batsman for New Zealand Women has scored 493 runs in 43 matches, including a career-best 53 against Sri Lanka Women, and has established herself as a dependable pillar at the top of the order. |
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Amelia Kerr – New Zealand Women’s inspirational newly-appointed captain scored 1,453 runs and took 95 wickets in 88 career appearances, earning the 2024 ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year honors and leading her team to a historic maiden World Cup win. |
Raises up:
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Josephine Nkomo – The impressive all-rounder for Zimbabwe Women has scored 604 runs and an impressive 68 wickets in 68 matches, with a top score of 56 and her career best bowling performance of 5/6. |
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Brooke Halliday – The accomplished left-handed batsman and right-arm medium option for New Zealand Women has scored 442 runs and 7 wickets in 47 matches, including a decisive 38 off 28 balls in the 2024 World Cup final against South Africa Women. |
Budget Selection:
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Lorraine Tsuma – The promising right-handed batsman and right-arm medium bowler representing Zimbabwe Women has scored 214 runs and taken 47 wickets in 49 matches, highlighted by an impressive spell of 3/25 against Scotland Women during the 2026 T20 World Cup Global Qualifier. |
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Rosemary Mair – A consistent right-arm medium bowler for New Zealand Women, she has taken 32 wickets and added 38 runs in 31 matches, highlighted by a brilliant 4/19 against India Women and a crucial three-wicket haul in the World Cup final. |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Zimbabwe Women New Zealand tour 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Amelia Kerr and Georgia Plimmer |
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vice captain |
Brooke Holiday and Josephine Nkomo |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Isabella Gage
- Batsmen – Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Georgia Plimmer, Priya Biza
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr©, Josephine Nkomo, Brooke Halliday (Vice-captain)
- Bowlers – Precious Maranj, Jess Kerr, Nomvelo Sibanda, Bree Illing
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Isabella Gage
- Batsmen – Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Georgia Plimmer©, Priya Biza
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr, Lorraine Tsuma, Josephine Nkomo (vice-captain), Brooke Halliday
- Bowlers – Precious Maranj, Rosemary Mair, Nomvelo Sibanda
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today 1st T20I 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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N Sibanda |
7.0 credit |
No |
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Polly English |
6.5 credits |
No |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today 1st T20I 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 |
georgia plimmer |
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choice of punt |
Rosemary Mair and Lorraine Tsuma |
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dream11 combination |
1-3-3-4 |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Winner Prediction:
Evaluating the overall strength of the team, New Zealand Women come out as the likely winners.
