Two unbeaten teams collide at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium tonight as Zimbabwe take on West Indies in a Super 8s clash that could define both campaigns.
Zimbabwe arrives riding a dream run after defeating Australia and Sri Lanka, but faces their biggest challenge yet, adapting to unfamiliar conditions.
The African side hasn’t played in India since 2016 and must adjust to Wankhede’s pace and bounce after the low, slow surfaces of Sri Lanka. West Indies, meanwhile, look ruthless after dismantling England and Nepal at this very venue, with Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, and Sherfane Rutherford firing across different games.
Brian Bennett remains Zimbabwe’s star with 175 unbeaten runs, but adaptability will determine if they can add another prized scalp to their collection. Let’s explore where you can watch this intriguing encounter live.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Match Details – T20 World Cup 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Zimbabwe vs West Indies (44th Match, Super 8 Group 1) |
| Date | Monday, February 23, 2026 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Time | 7:00 PM LOCAL / 1:30 PM GMT / 7:00 PM IST |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 – Super 8s |
Where to Watch ZIM vs WI T20 World Cup 2026 Live?
West Indian fans can watch the match live through regional Caribbean broadcast partners. Zimbabwean viewers can access the game through SuperSport with streaming on the SuperSport App. Indian audiences can tune in via Star Sports with JioHotstar streaming.
Live Streaming by Country
| Country | TV Broadcaster | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean |
| Zimbabwe | SuperSport | SuperSport App, ICC.tv |
| India | Star Sports | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, Ten Sports, ASports | Myco, Tapmad, Tamasha |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | Sky Go, NOW |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV | Willow by Cricbuzz |
| Australia | Fox Cricket, Nine Network | Amazon Prime Video, Kayo |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Go, TVNZ+ |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport App, DStv |
| Sri Lanka | TV Supreme, Dialog TV | ICC.tv, Sirasa TV |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV, T Sports | Rabbithole |
| Rest of World | Varies by country | ICC.tv |
Live Streaming Apps for T20 World Cup 2026
For fans on the go, several mobile apps offer live streaming of T20 World Cup 2026 matches. Here’s a comprehensive list of official streaming applications:
| App Name | Available In | Platform | Subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| JioHotstar | India | iOS, Android | Free with Jio / Paid Premium |
| ICC.tv | Global | iOS, Android, Web | Pay-per-match / Tournament pass |
| Willow by Cricbuzz | USA, Canada | iOS, Android | Subscription required |
| Sky Go | UK, New Zealand | iOS, Android | Sky subscription required |
| Kayo Sports | Australia | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
| Amazon Prime Video | Australia, Select regions | iOS, Android, Fire TV, Web | Prime membership required |
| SuperSport App | South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa | iOS, Android | DStv subscription required |
| TVNZ+ | New Zealand | iOS, Android, Web | Free with ads |
| NOW | United Kingdom | iOS, Android, Web | Day/Month pass available |
| Tapmad | Pakistan | iOS, Android | Free & Premium tiers |
| Tamasha | Pakistan | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
| ESPN Play Caribbean | Caribbean | iOS, Android, Web | Subscription required |
The Zimbabwe vs West Indies T20 World Cup 2026 match will be broadcast live on ESPN Caribbean in the West Indies with ESPN Play Caribbean streaming. Zimbabwean viewers can watch on SuperSport with SuperSport App streaming, while Indian fans can access the match via Star Sports and JioHotstar.
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Probable XIs – T20 World Cup 2026
Zimbabwe likely make a tactical change, bringing back Richard Ngarava with veteran Graeme Cremer making way. West Indies welcome back Romario Shepherd after missing two games due to availability, replacing Matthew Forde in the XI.
Zimbabwe Probable XI: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
West Indies Probable XI: Brandon King, Shai Hope (wk/c), Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph
Wankhede Stadium – Pitch Report & Stats
The match will be played on the same surface where India struggled against USA, potentially favoring Zimbabwe over a flat batting paradise. Wankhede’s proximity to the Arabian Sea helps swing bowlers early, though the pitch eases for batsmen as innings progress. Clear skies expected, contrasting with the low, slow Sri Lankan tracks Zimbabwe are accustomed to.
T20 Stats At Wankhede Stadium
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total T20 Matches | 19 |
| Matches won batting first | 9 |
| Matches won bowling first | 10 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 172 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 154 |
| Highest total recorded | 247/9 (20 Ovs) by IND vs ENG |
| Lowest total recorded | 80/10 (16.2 Ovs) by INDW vs ENGW |
| Highest score chased | 230/8 (19.4 Ovs) by ENG vs RSA |
| Lowest score defended | 143/6 (20 Ovs) by WIW vs NZW |
