The T20I series of the Zimbabwe Women Tour of New Zealand began with pure domination from the hosts, as New Zealand outshined Zimbabwe in back-to-back encounters. The hosts maintained complete control throughout the series, eventually completing a 3-0 clean sweep.
In the first T20I, New Zealand Women piled up a massive 202/1 in their 20 overs with a commanding batting display and a complete bowling effort saw them restrict Zimbabwe to 110/4. In the second T20I, New Zealand posted 196/1 in 20 overs and bundled Zimbabwe out for just 86 runs, registering back-to-back convincing wins. In the third T20I, Zimbabwe were once again put under pressure as they were only able to score 64 in 20 overs and the hosts chased down the required in 5.4 overs registering a dominant 10-wicket victory to wrap up the T20I series with 3-0.
With the shortest format series completed, attention now shifts to the ODI series. The first ODI will be played on 5th March at University Oval. Zimbabwe Women will aim to regroup and put up a stronger fight in the 50-over format, while New Zealand Women will look to carry forward their winning momentum.
Squads:
New Zealand Women’s Cricket Team
Maddy Green, Amelia Kerr (C), Polly Inglis, Rosemary Mair, Jess Kerr, Brooke Halliday, Nensi Patel, Molly Penfold, Izzy Gaze (WK), Kayley Knight, Bella James, Breeanne Illing, Izzy Sharp
Zimbabwe Women’s Cricket Team
Nomvelo Sibanda (C), Modester Mupachikwa, Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Loreen Tshuma, Josephine Nkomo, Chiedza Dhururu, Nyasha Gwanzura, Audrey Mazvishaya, Adel Zimunu, Precious Marange, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Loryn Phiri, Christabel Chatonzwa, Tendai Makusha
Match Details – 1st ODI New Zealand vs Zimbabwe
Date – March 5, 2026 (Thursday)
Time – 03:30 AM IST
Venue – University Oval, Dunedin
Where to Watch New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women – 1st ODI
Broadcast & Live Streaming Details:
New Zealand – TVNZ 1 will provide TV broadcast coverage, with live streaming available on TVNZ+ via its official app and website.
Zimbabwe – ZBC TV will telecast the match live, while ZBC Online will offer live streaming coverage.
India – The series will be streamed live on the FanCode app and website.
United Kingdom – Sky Sports Cricket
Australia – Fox Cricket / Kayo Sports
New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Schedule:
1st T20I – 25th February: Seddon Park – New Zealand won by 92 runs
2nd T20I – 27th February: Seddon Park – New Zealand won by 110 runs
3rd T20I – 1st March: Seddon Park – New Zealand won by 10 wickets
1st ODI – 5th March: University Oval (03:30 AM IST)
2nd ODI – 8th March: University Oval (03:30 AM IST)
3rd ODI – 11th March: University Oval (03:30 AM IST)
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