New Zealand Women will take on Zimbabwe Women in the 1st T20I of the Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand 2026 at Seddon Park, Hamilton. This series marks the beginning of a new phase for the White Ferns under the leadership of Amelia Kerr, who will be captaining the side full-time.
New Zealand will look to test their bench strength ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, while Zimbabwe Women will aim to gain valuable experience against one of the top teams in world cricket.
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand 2026 |
| Match | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women – 1st T20I |
| Date | February 25, 2026 |
| Time | 11:45 AM IST |
| Venue | Seddon Park, Hamilton |
Match Preview
New Zealand Women
New Zealand Women are entering a new era with Amelia Kerr as captain. Senior players like Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, and Lea Tahuhu have been rested, giving opportunities to young players.
Despite the absence of senior stars, the team still has strong all-round options and good depth in both batting and bowling.
Key Strengths
- Home conditions advantage
- Strong all-rounders led by Amelia Kerr
- Balanced bowling attack
Key Concerns
- Inexperienced batting unit
- New combinations in the squad
Zimbabwe Women
Zimbabwe Women are going through a rebuilding phase and have struggled in recent T20Is. They will rely heavily on their top order and key all-rounders to challenge New Zealand.
Players like Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, and Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano will play important roles for the visitors.
Key Strengths
- Energetic young squad
- Useful all-round options
Key Concerns
- Poor recent form
- Lack of experience against top teams
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Women | 0 |
| Zimbabwe Women | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Women | W, NR, L, L, L |
| Zimbabwe Women | L, L, L, L, L |
Weather & Pitch Report – Hamilton
Weather
- Temperature: 22–24°C
- Humidity: 55–65%
- Rain Chance: 10%
Pitch Report
- Pace-friendly surface
- Good help for fast bowlers early on
- Average first innings score around 165–170
- Chasing success rate around 48%
Seddon Park T20I Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 18 |
| Bat First Wins | 9 |
| Bat Second Wins | 8 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 169 |
| Highest Score | 212/4 |
| Lowest Score | 78 |
Predicted Playing XI
New Zealand Women
- Georgia Plimmer
- Brooke Halliday
- Maddy Green
- Amelia Kerr (c)
- Izzy Sharp
- Isabella Gaze (wk)
- Nensi Patel
- Rosemary Mair
- Jess Kerr
- Flora Devonshire
- Bree Illing
Zimbabwe Women
- Chiedza Dhururu
- Nyasha Gwanzura
- Adel Zimunhu
- Modester Mupachikwa (wk)
- Beloved Biza
- Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
- Josephine Nkomo
- Kelis Ndhlovu
- Precious Marange
- Nomvelo Sibanda (c)
- Audrey Mazvishaya
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Brooke Halliday
- Georgia Plimmer
- Isabella Gaze
- Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Amelia Kerr
- Bree Illing
- Josephine Nkomo
- Beloved Biza
NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
Zimbabwe Women have struggled in recent matches and lack experience against top teams. Their batting approach has been conservative, and they will need a strong start from their top order.
New Zealand Women, despite resting senior players, have the advantage of home conditions and a more balanced squad. Their all-round strength and familiarity with the pitch give them a clear edge.
Predicted Winner: New Zealand Women
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Women | No injury updates |
| Zimbabwe Women | No injury updates |
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