Zimbabwe vs West Indies : Super 8 T20 WC 2026 clash Zim vs Wi Match preview, toss, Top Performer Fantasy, live streaming
Match Preview :
Zimbabwe faces West Indies in a high-stakes Super 8 clash at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on February 23, 2026. Both teams enter unbeaten after topping their groups, setting up a rare showdown.
Zimbabwe stunned everyone by beating Australia and Sri Lanka in Sri Lanka, relying on team effort over stars. They’ll need to adapt fast to Wankhede’s bounce after no prior games there, while West Indies already played twice at the venue.
West Indies boast a firepower batting line-up with Shai Hope’s recent fifties anchoring aggressive play from Shimron Hetmyer and Sherfane Rutherford. Their all-rounders like Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd give balance, perfect for Mumbai where pacers (3.35 economy) and spinners (26.25 average) thrive.
Head-to-head favors West Indies in their four prior T20Is, including a 2022 World Cup win. Blessing Muzarabani leads Zimbabwe’s attack with nine wickets at 7.88 average, but West Indies’ experience in India tips the scales for a close win.
Toss Prediction
Wankhede suits batting first in high-scoring thrillers, with dew aiding chasers later. Captains might lean bowl-first if spin grips early, but expect West Indies to bat on winning the toss given their form.
Venue stats show balanced results, so toss won’t decide it alone—team execution will.
Top Performers for Fantasy
Fantasy picks blend form and venue fit for Dream11-style teams.
Captain: Shai Hope or Brian Bennett (ZIM’s 175 unbeaten runs). Vice-captain: Raza or Holder for multi-impact.
Live Streaming Info
Catch the match live on Star Sports Network in India. Stream on Disney+ Hotstar app or website for full coverage.
Check local broadcasters for other regions via ICC guides
