What Happened
The New Zealand Women’s cricket team is set to host Zimbabwe Women in the first match of their Twenty20 International series on February 25, 2026, at Seddon Park, Hamilton. This series will consist of three T20 matches, followed by a three-match ODI series starting on March 5 in Dunedin. The New Zealand squad features uncapped players Nensi Patel and Kayley Knight, while experienced allrounder Suzie Bates has been ruled out due to injury.
Why It Matters
This series marks a significant moment for New Zealand Women as they enter a new phase under the full-time captaincy of Amelia Kerr. The team aims to test its bench strength ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Conversely, Zimbabwe Women are looking to gain valuable experience against a top-tier team, as they continue their rebuilding phase.
What’s Next
The first T20I will kick off at 11:45 AM IST, with live coverage available on TVNZ 1 and streaming on TVNZ+. Zimbabwe’s ZBC TV will also broadcast the match. Both teams will be eager to set the tone for the series, with New Zealand looking to leverage home advantage and Zimbabwe aiming to challenge their hosts effectively.
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