A fierce battle will be staged in Chennai on February 26 when India will face Zimbabwe for a Super 8 match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
This article provides a detailed prediction for the India National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team T20 World Cup match for the Round of Eight. It also consists of the pitch report, key match statistics, and best probable performers, which also include probable playing XIs and match-winning probabilities.
IND vs ZIM Match Prediction: Who Will Win the 48th Match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026?
Match Details: India National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team, Round of Eight, T20 World Cup 2026.
Match: T20 World Cup 2026, Match Number 48
Date: Wednesday, February 26
Time: 7.00 PM IST
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Live Broadcast: Star Sports Network
India National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Head-to-Head Record:
According to the records between these two teams, India and Zimbabwe played together in 13 T20Is. Zimbabwe managed to win 3, and India 10.
India National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Pitch Report & Conditions:
The pitch at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai often offers a spin-friendly wicket. In this match, fans may not be going to see a high-scoring contest. Because of the nature of the track, this match will be interesting through and through.
IND vs ZIM Weather Report:
According to weather predictions for now, there will be no chance of rain. A blue, sunny sky can be seen on February 26. During the match time, the temperature can be around 24 to 25 degrees Celsius.
IND vs ZIM T20 World Cup 2026 probable XIs:
India Playing 11: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, and Arshdeep Singh.
Zimbabwe playing 11: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (w), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Graeme Cremer, Blessing Muzarabani.
Toss Impact:
The toss can influence the result of the match, as the contest will be held under the floodlights. The team that will win the toss may prefer to bowl first.
Form and Fitness:
There is no confirmation about any injury or fitness-related issues, either from the Zimbabwe camp or from the Indian camp.
IND vs ZIM score Prediction:
Both of the teams have some highly talented batters, but the pitch can be tricky. So a total between 180 and 190 can be challenging to chase.
IND vs ZIM Players to Perform Prediction:
India Key Players: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Varun Chakravarthy.
Zimbabwe Key Players: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (w), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza, Graeme Cremer, and Blessing Muzarabani.
IND vs ZIM Best Batter Prediction:
India: Ishan Kishan or Suryakumar Yadav.
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett or Sikandar Raza.
IND vs ZIM Best Bowler Prediction:
India: Jasprit Bumrah or Varun Chakravarthy.
Zimbabwe: Graeme Cremer or Blessing Muzarabani.
Conclusion: Who Will Win the IND vs ZIM T20 World Cup Match?
Both of the sides proved their quality in the group stage. Now, the Super 8 will taste their nerves too. Despite the hard-won battles of Zimbabwe, India will be the favourite to win the match in Chennai.
