Zimbabwe and the West Indies will clash against each other in an ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Super-8 contest. These two sides have been promoted to the next stage and placed in the same group alongside the two finalists from the last edition, India and South Africa. The ZIM vs WI match will mark the fourth game in the Super-8 stage.
Sikandar Raza will lead Zimbabwe in the Super-8 stage for the first time, while on the other hand, Shai Hope will be leading a confident West Indies side, who have come this far with some sheer domination in the group stage after a long time.
The following article contains a detailed view of the head-to-head records, probable playing XIs, weather and pitch report for the ZIM vs WI match that is scheduled at the Wankhede Stadium.
ZIM vs WI Match Prediction: Who Will Win Game No. 44?
Match Details:
Match: West Indies vs Zimbabwe, Match No. 44, ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Date: February 23, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
ZIM vs WI Match Prediction, Head-to-Head Record
The West Indies have not faced Zimbabwe many times in the shortest format of the game. While the number of times they met is 4, which also includes an ICC T20 World Cup clash in 2022. The West Indies have emerged victorious on 3 occasions, while Zimbabwe won it back when they met for the first time.
Pitch Report & Conditions
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai has one of the best batting tracks in India and one of the fastest outfields. Zimbabwe will be welcomed to play in India for the first time in this tournament, while the West Indies will have the advantage after having played at this venue on previous occasions.
ZIM vs WI Weather Report
Mumbai records high temperatures during the daytime, but they drop slightly as the night advances. However, rain does not have any role to play here, nor does dew; however, humidity often takes a toll on the players.
ZIM vs WI Match Predicted Probable XIs
Zimbabwe Probable XI: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (w), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer, and Blessing Muzarabani.
West Indies Playing XI: Brandon King, Shai Hope (C/WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, and Shamar Joseph.
Toss Impact
Tosses might be playing a major role here, as any team that wins the toss might be opting to bowl first, as it is often easy to chase at this venue. However, this time around, targets could not be chased at this venue.
Form and Fitness
Players from either of these two teams are fit and are in good touch. Zimbabwe might not be looking forward to making any changes; however, the West Indies could be looking forward to bringing back Romario Shepherd into the XI, as they look to add to the bowling strength.
Score Prediction
The average first innings total at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is near to 180 runs, and West Indies’ power-loaded batting unit might take the score beyond 200. On the other hand, Zimbabwe also has a trustworthy batting force, and though chasing would get tough for them, scoring some runs first up could be to their advantage as well.
ZIM vs WI: Players to Perform Prediction
West Indies: Shimron Hetmyer, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Shai Hope
Zimbabwe: Sikandar Raza, Blessing Muzarabani, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, and Brad Evans
ZIM vs WI: Best Batsman Prediction
Who will score the most runs for the West Indies in the match?
Sherfane Rutherford or Shimron Hetmyer
Who will score the most runs for Zimbabwe in the match?
Brian Bennett or Sikandar Raza
ZIM vs WI: Best Bowler Prediction
Who will pick the most wickets for the West Indies in the match?
Gudakesh Motie or Jason Holder
Who will pick the most wickets for Zimbabwe in the match?
Blessing Muzarabani or Brad Evans
Conclusion: Who Will Win the ZIM vs WI Match No. 44?
Zimbabwe might be looking like the most timid opposition for the three other teams who are placed in the same group alongside India, South Africa and the West Indies. The West Indies are the heavyweights, going into the match against Zimbabwe in the Super-8 matches. However, Zimbabwe would leave no stone unturned.
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