Zimbabwe’s women’s cricket team travels to New Zealand for a historic multi-format series from February 25 to March 11, 2026. The tour covers three T20Is and three ODIs across two New Zealand cities. This series carries extra weight because it marks the first-ever bilateral series between these two sides in women’s cricket.
Cricket fans will witness a historic encounter between the reigning Women’s T20 World Cup champions and the visitors making their ICC Women’s Championship debut. For Zimbabwe, captain Mary-Anne Musonda wants to make a strong statement in their first meeting against New Zealand. Meanwhile, New Zealand enters this series fresh off their historic 2024 T20 World Cup triumph, with Amelia Kerr leading the bowling attack as one of the world’s best all-rounders.
Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 Schedule
The tour kicks off on February 25 at Seddon Park in Hamilton. The first two T20I matches will begin at 7:15 PM local time (6:15 AM GMT), while the third T20I will start at 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
Here 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 retired from ODI cricket following the 2025 Women’s World Cup. Suzie Bates ruled out 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 are subject to official confirmation by respective cricket boards.
Historic Significance
This tour holds special significance for Zimbabwe Women as it marks their debut in the ICC Women’s Championship. The ODI matches will be their first-ever ODIs against a team like New Zealand. Zimbabwe becomes the 11th team to join the ICC Women’s Championship, the qualification pathway to the 2029 Women’s ODI World Cup.
For New Zealand, this is the first time they will host Zimbabwe Women in any format. The White Ferns come into this series as the defending T20 World Cup champions after their triumph in Dubai in October 2024.
Notable Context: New Zealand Women won the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa in the final. Amelia Kerr was named Player of the Tournament for her outstanding all-round performances.
Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
Fans can catch all the action from the Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 through various 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 streams match highlights on its official YouTube channel.
Tickets Information
Tickets for the Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2026 matches are available through New Zealand Cricket’s official website and ticketing partners.
T20I Matches (Hamilton): General admission tickets for adults range from NZD 15 to 40. Children’s tickets start at NZD 5.
ODI Matches (Dunedin): Similar pricing structure with family packages available.
Family Packages: Available for two adults and two children at discounted rates.
Booking: Purchase tickets through nzc.nz or at the venue on match days.
Note: Official ticket prices and availability vary by venue. Fans should check New Zealand Cricket’s official website for updates and specific venue information.
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Conclusion: Zimbabwe Women’s Tour of New Zealand Starts February 25
Zimbabwe’s women’s team travels to New Zealand in February 2026, and this series will create history for both sides. The visitors, led by Mary-Anne Musonda, will make their ICC Women’s Championship debut against the T20 World Cup holders. Josephine Nkomo and Loreen Tshuma will carry much of the batting responsibility, while Christabel Chatonzwa leads the bowling attack.
Two New Zealand cities will host this first-ever meeting over two weeks. It marks a new era for Zimbabwe Women’s cricket as they aim to establish themselves among the world’s top teams. New Zealand will look to continue their winning form after their historic T20 World Cup triumph.
