Hamilton will play the second T20 match on 27thth February 11:45 AM IST, where New Zealand Women take on Zimbabwe Women at Seddon Park in an eagerly awaited contest.
Get the best NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XIs and match insights for the 2nd T20I of Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand Women 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Preview:
New Zealand Women have taken a 1-0 lead in the T20 series after an impressive performance in the opening match at Seddon Park in Hamilton. Moreover, they scored a mammoth score of 202 runs for 1 wicket in 20 overs and controlled the contest from the beginning till the end. Amelia Kerr led the innings with a brilliant unbeaten 101 off 51 balls, while Isabella Gaze remained unbeaten on 66 and provided unwavering support. In reply, Zimbabwe Women could only manage 110 for 4, with Beloved Biza contributing 49 runs, yet the hosts cruised to a comprehensive 92-run win and carried strong momentum into the second game.
There is now confidence in the New Zealand camp as they prepare for the next match. Amelia Kerr not only tops the run charts with 101 but also contributes with the ball, underlining her all-round value. Additionally, Georgia Plimmer strengthened the earlier total by scoring 32 runs. Meanwhile, Jess Kerr and Rosemary Mair imposed disciplined control in the first outing and will once again aim to maintain the early pressure. In contrast, Zimbabwean women must respond with swift implementation. Dear Biza will need another impressive innings to bolster the batting effort, while Nyasha Gwanzura and Josephine Nkomo will need to strike early to disrupt New Zealand’s rhythm. Therefore, the second T20I promises a determined fighting effort from the visitors as they look to level the 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 |
1 |
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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 |
Cold |
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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 |
166 |
Records of chasing teams:
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Playing 11 (Expected):
New Zealand Women’s Playing 11:
1) Isabella Gaze
2) Georgia Plimmer
3) Amelia Kerr ©
4) Brooke Holiday
5) Muddy Green
6) Easy Sharp
7) Polly Inglis (Wicketkeeper)
8) Jess Kerr
9) Nancy Patel
10) Rosemary Mair
11) Bree Elling
zimbabwe women playing 11: :
1) Nomvelo Sibanda ©
2) Dear Biza
3) Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
4)Chidza Dhururu (Wicketkeeper)
5) Christabel Chatonzwa
6) Josephine Nkomo
7) Kelis Ndhlovu
8) Loren Tsuma
9) Lorin Freei
10) Nyasha Gwanzura
11) Tendai Makusha
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Georgia Plimmer – The promising right-handed opening batsman for New Zealand Women scored a confident 32 in the last game, providing early momentum with positive intent and assured shot selection at the top of the order. |
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Amelia Kerr – The outstanding right-handed batsman and right-arm leg-break bowler for New Zealand Women produced a brilliant all-round performance in the last match, scoring 101 runs and claiming 2 wickets in the proceedings on both fronts. |
Raises up:
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Isabella Gaze – The emerging right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman for New Zealand Women impressed with a knock of 66 in the last game, displaying the maturity and clean stroke execution to carry the innings effectively. |
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Dear Biza – The tenacious right-handed middle-order batsman for Zimbabwe Women played a strong inning of 49 runs in the last match, dictating the innings with controlled aggression and cementing her value in pressure situations. |
Budget Selection:
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Lorraine Tsuma – Versatile right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer for Zimbabwe Women, she contributes valuable depth to the team by combining reliable batting technique with energetic pace options to impact key stages of the match. |
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Nancy Patel – Emerging right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler for New Zealand Women, anchors the team with her balanced skill set, providing consistency with the bat and control through her disciplined spin bowling. |
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 |
Isabella Gaze and Cutie Biza |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Isabella Gage (vc)
- Batsmen – Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Georgia Plimmer, Priya Biza
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr©, Josephine Nkomo, Brooke Holliday, Nyasha Gwanzura
- Bowlers – Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Isabella Gage
- Batsman – Georgia Plimmer©, Bev Biza (VC)
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr, Lorraine Tsuma, Josephine Nkomo, Nancy Patel, Nyasha Gwanzura
- Bowlers – Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd 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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easy sharp |
7.0 credit |
No |
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Tendai Makusha |
6.5 credits |
No |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today 2nd 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 |
Lorraine Tsuma and Nancy Patel |
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dream11 combination |
1-3-4-3 |
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Winner Prediction:
New Zealand women have entered this match in excellent form, due to which they can potentially become the winners.

