The Zimbabwe women’s cricket team will tour New Zealand for a landmark multi-format series running from February 25 to March 11, 2026. This tour includes three T20Is and three ODIs played across two venues in New Zealand. The series is significant as it marks the first bilateral series between these two nations in women’s cricket.
Fans will witness a groundbreaking clash between the current Women’s T20 World Cup holders and a visiting side participating in their maiden ICC Women’s Championship campaign. Zimbabwe captain Mary-Anne Musonda is eager to leave a mark in this debut encounter against New Zealand.
On the other hand, New Zealand arrives at this series riding high after their memorable 2024 T20 World Cup victory, with Amelia Kerr spearheading the bowling department as one of cricket’s finest all-rounders.
Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 Schedule
The tour begins on February 25 at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The opening two T20I fixtures will commence at 7:15 PM local time (6:15 AM GMT), while the third T20I is scheduled for 2:15 PM local time (1:15 AM GMT).
| Date | Match No. | Match | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, February 25 | 1st T20I (N) | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 7:15 PM NZDT / 6:15 AM GMT |
| Friday, February 27 | 2nd T20I (N) | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 7:15 PM NZDT / 6:15 AM GMT |
| Sunday, March 1 | 3rd T20I | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women | Seddon Park, Hamilton | 2:15 PM NZDT / 1:15 AM GMT |
| Thursday, March 5 | 1st ODI | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women | University Oval, Dunedin | 11:00 AM NZDT / 10:00 PM GMT (Mar 4) |
| Sunday, March 8 | 2nd ODI | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women | University Oval, Dunedin | 11:00 AM NZDT / 10:00 PM GMT (Mar 7) |
| Wednesday, March 11 | 3rd ODI | New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women | University Oval, Dunedin | 11:00 AM NZDT / 10:00 PM GMT (Mar 10) |
Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 Squad
Below are the expected squads for both teams:
New Zealand Women’s Squad
T20I Squad: Amelia Kerr, Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu, Fran Jonas, Molly Penfold
ODI Squad: Amelia Kerr, Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu, Flora Devonshire, Fran Jonas
Note: Sophie Devine announced her retirement from ODI cricket after the 2025 Women’s World Cup. Suzie Bates has been sidelined with a quadricep injury for the Zimbabwe series.
Zimbabwe Women’s Squad
T20I Squad: Mary-Anne Musonda (c), Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Modester Mupachikwa (wk), Josephine Nkomo, Loreen Tshuma, Loryn Phiri, Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Nyasha Gwanzura, Christabel Chatonzwa, Kudzai Chigora, Audrey Mazvishaya, Chiedza Dhururu, Lindokuhle Mabhero, Francesca Chipare
ODI Squad: Mary-Anne Musonda (c), Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Modester Mupachikwa (wk), Josephine Nkomo, Loreen Tshuma, Loryn Phiri, Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Nyasha Gwanzura, Christabel Chatonzwa, Kudzai Chigora, Audrey Mazvishaya, Chiedza Dhururu, Precious Marange, Anesu Mushangwe
Note: Squads await official confirmation from the respective cricket boards.
New Zealand Women vs Zimbabwe Women Head-to-Head Records
This tour represents the first bilateral series between New Zealand Women and Zimbabwe Women. These two teams have never played against each other in any international cricket format.
ODI Head-to-Head
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 0 |
| New Zealand Women win | 0 |
| Zimbabwe Women win | 0 |
| Tied/No Result | 0 |
T20I Head-to-Head
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 0 |
| New Zealand Women win | 0 |
| Zimbabwe Women win | 0 |
| Tied/No Result | 0 |
Historic Significance
This tour is of great importance to Zimbabwe Women, who are making their ICC Women’s Championship debut. The ODI fixtures will be their inaugural ODIs against a side like New Zealand. Zimbabwe becomes the 11th nation to participate in the ICC Women’s Championship, the qualification pathway for the 2029 Women’s ODI World Cup.
For New Zealand, this marks the first occasion they will host Zimbabwe Women in any format. The White Ferns enter this series as reigning T20 World Cup champions following their victory in Dubai in October 2024.
Notable Context: New Zealand Women claimed the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup title by beating South Africa in the final. Amelia Kerr received the Player of the Tournament award for her exceptional all-round displays.
Live Streaming And Broadcast Details
Fans can watch all matches from the Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 through multiple platforms:
In New Zealand
| Platform | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| TVNZ 1 | TV Broadcast | Live coverage on TVNZ channels |
| TVNZ+ | Live Streaming | Available on the TVNZ+ app and website |
In Zimbabwe
| Platform | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| ZBC TV | TV Broadcast | Live coverage (subject to confirmation) |
| ZBC Online | Live Streaming | Available online |
Other Regions
- India: FanCode
- UK: Sky Sports Cricket
- Australia: Fox Cricket / Kayo Sports
- Worldwide: ICC.tv (select territories)
New Zealand Cricket also uploads match highlights to its official YouTube channel.
Tickets Information
Tickets for the Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 matches can be purchased through New Zealand Cricket’s official website and ticketing partners.
T20I Matches (Hamilton): Its a free event.
ODI Matches (Dunedin): Pricing follows a similar structure, with family packages available.
Booking: Tickets can be purchased through nzc.nz or directly at the venue on match days.
Note: Its a free event.
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Conclusion: Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand Starts February 25
The Zimbabwe women’s team heads to New Zealand in February 2026, and this series will create history for both nations. The touring side, captained by Mary-Anne Musonda, will make its ICC Women’s Championship debut against the T20 World Cup holders. Josephine Nkomo and Loreen Tshuma will shoulder much of the batting duties, while Christabel Chatonzwa leads the bowling unit.
Two New Zealand cities will host this maiden encounter over a two-week period. It signals the start of a new chapter for Zimbabwe Women’s cricket as they strive to establish themselves among the world’s elite teams. New Zealand will aim to maintain its winning momentum after its historic T20 World Cup success.
