The stage will be set in Dunedin, where New Zealand Women will take on Zimbabwe Women in the second ODI at the University Oval on the 8th.th March 3:30 am IST.
Get the best NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insights for the 2nd ODI of Zimbabwe Women New Zealand tour 2026. Expert analysis and more.
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Preview:
The dominance continued in the opening match of the ODI series, as New Zealand Women recorded a comprehensive win to take a 1–0 lead. At the University Oval in Dunedin, the hosts displayed exceptional batting and posted a strong total of 354 runs for 3 wickets in 50 overs. Brooke Halliday scored a brilliant unbeaten 157, while Maddy Green contributed 67 and Isabella Gaze remained unbeaten on 59 to anchor the innings. In reply, Zimbabwe Women could only manage 174 runs in 47.3 overs, with Kelis Ndhlovu adding 52 and Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano 38, yet the visitors ultimately fell short by 180 runs.
There is now confidence in the New Zealand camp before the second ODI. Halliday currently tops the batting charts after his excellent century, while Green and Gase also displayed excellent support during the first encounter. Additionally, the bowling attack maintained constant pressure as Amelia Kerr took 4 for 35 and Jess Kerr took 3 for 28, effectively collapsing Zimbabwe’s batting lineup.
Meanwhile, Zimbabwe Women will be looking for a strong response to keep the series alive. Ndhlovu showed composure with his half-century in the opening game and Mugeri-Tiripano made useful runs with the much-loved Biza. However, the team will require a more disciplined bowling effort from players like Precious Maranze, Christabel Chatonzwa and Nomvelo Sibanda. As a result, Zimbabwe Women will have to improve their overall performance if they hope to level the series in the upcoming match.
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NZ-W vs ZIM-W head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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new zealand women |
1 |
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zimbabwe women |
0 |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
16°C |
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weather forecast |
Precipitation |
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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 |
280 |
Records of chasing teams:
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Playing 11 (Expected):
New Zealand Women’s Playing 11:
1) Emma McLeod
2) Amelia Kerr ©
3) Muddy Green
4) Brooke Holiday
5) Isabella Gaze (Wicketkeeper)
6) Easy Sharp
7) Jess Kerr
8) Polly English
9) Nancy Patel
10) Molly Penfold
11) Bree Elling
zimbabwe women playing 11: :
1) Kelis Ndhlovu
2) Modestor Mupachiqua (Wicketkeeper)
3) Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
4) Dear Biza
5) Loren Tsuma
6) Chidza Dhururu
7) Christabel Chatonzwa
8) Adele Zimunu
9) Tendai Makusha
10) Nomvelo Sibanda ©
11) Precious Maranj
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Maddy Green – The New Zealand women’s right-handed top-order batsman produced an impressive 62 in the last game, showcasing her ability to build on the innings with confident stroke play. |
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Brooke Halliday – a versatile left-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer representing New Zealand Women, displayed exceptional control and a powerful stroke game, scoring a remarkable 157 runs in the last game. |
Raises up:
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Amelia Kerr – New Zealand Women’s prolific right-handed batsman and right-arm leg-break bowler produced a strong all-round performance in the last match, scoring 15 runs and taking 4 wickets, highlighting her match-winning impact with the ball. |
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Jess Kerr – New Zealand Women’s disciplined right-arm medium pacer delivered an excellent bowling performance in the last match, taking 3 wickets, demonstrating her ability to achieve vital successes for the team. |
Budget Selection:
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Precious Maranja – Zimbabwe Women’s promising right-arm medium pacer strengthens the pace unit with her disciplined seam bowling and ability to challenge the batsmen at crucial stages of the innings. |
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Bree Illing – The talented left-arm medium pacer representing New Zealand Women anchors the bowling attack with her disciplined seam movement and consistent control of the new ball. |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Zimbabwe Women New Zealand tour 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Amelia Kerr and Maddie Green |
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vice captain |
Brooke Holiday and Jess Kerr |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Isabella Gage
- Batsmen – Maddy Green, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loved Biza
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr©, Brooke Halliday (vice-captain), Nancy Patel
- Bowlers – Jess Kerr, Molly Penfold, Christabel Chatonjwa
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Isabella Gage
- Batsmen – Maddy Green©, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Kelis Ndhlovu
- Allrounders – Amelia Kerr, Brooke Holliday, Nancy Patel
- Bowlers – Precious Maranj, Jess Kerr (Vice Captain), Molly Penfold, Brie Illing
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd 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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a zimunhu |
7.5 credits |
No |
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bella james |
7.5 credits |
No |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd 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 |
maddy green |
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choice of punt |
Brie Elling and Precious Maranz |
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dream11 combination |
1-4-3-3 |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Winner Prediction:
New Zealand women are ready to win this match thanks to their excellent performance in the last game.
