New Zealand Women will take on Zimbabwe Women on February 27 in the second T20I of the three-match series at Seddon Park in Hamilton.
New Zealand Women secured a commanding 92-run victory in the first match, delivering a dominant performance. Amelia Kerr starred with a magnificent century, powering her team to an imposing total. The hosts will now look to maintain their momentum and seal the series with another clinical display.
On the other hand, Zimbabwe Women put in a spirited effort during the chase but struggled against the disciplined bowling attack of New Zealand, who were exceptional with their line and length. Zimbabwe will be eager to bounce back in the second T20I, aiming to level the series and force a decider.
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NZ W vs ZIM W: Match Details
| Match | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 2nd T20I, Zimbabwe Women tour of New Zealand, 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Friday, February 27, 11:45 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Seddon Park, Hamilton |
| Broadcast and Live-Streaming details | Click here to watch NZ W vs ZIM W Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Seddon Park, Hamilton: Pitch Report
Seddon Park offered better assistance to batters than bowlers in the first T20I. The surface allowed the batting unit to score freely, making it easier to dominate the bowlers regardless of whether they relied on pace or spin. For the bowling side, maintaining a disciplined line and length will be crucial. Any slight error in execution could prove costly, as the conditions favour stroke play and aggressive intent.
NZ W vs ZIM W: Head-to-Head T20I Record
| Matches Played | 01 |
| NZ W Won | 01 |
| ZIM W Won | 00 |
| Only Fixture | February 25, 2026 |
NZ W vs ZIM W: Predicted Playing XIs
New Zealand Women:
Isabella Gaze, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Sharp, Polly Inglis (wk), Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing
Zimbabwe Women:
Nomvelo Sibanda (c), Beloved Biza, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Chiedza Dhururu (wk), Christabel Chatonzwa, Josephine Nkomo, Kelis Ndhlovu, Loreen Tshuma, Loryn Phiri, Nyasha Gwanzura, Tendai Makusha
NZ W vs ZIM W: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Amelia Kerr
New Zealand Women captain Amelia Kerr could once again be the key batter in this crucial clash. She delivered a sensational unbeaten 101 off just 51 balls in the first T20I, anchoring the innings while maintaining an aggressive strike rate. Heading into the second match, Kerr will look to carry forward her rich form and dominate the Zimbabwe bowlers once again.
Probable Best Bowler: Bree Illing
Left-arm pacer Bree Illing could play a pivotal role with the ball in this clash. She returned figures of 1/23 in the previous match, maintaining excellent control and consistently keeping the opposition batters under pressure. Her disciplined line and length will once again be crucial in restricting the Zimbabwe batters.
Today’s Match Prediction: New Zealand Women to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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