India vs Zimbabwe Match Prediction, T20 World Cup 2026: Who Will Win?
India face Zimbabwe in a crucial T20 World Cup 2026 clash. Check out the match prediction, team strengths, and which side is likely to come out on top.
India vs Zimbabwe (Image Credit: ICC)
Last Updated: 12.54 AM, Feb 26, 2026
India will take on Zimbabwe in an important Super 8 fixture of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with both teams aiming to strengthen their chances of progressing to the semi-finals. India’s batting lineup has shown depth and consistency so far in the tournament, while their bowling attack has managed to control key moments under pressure.
Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will rely on their all-rounders to challenge India in both departments. With the stakes rising at this stage of the competition, execution in crucial phases such as the powerplay and death overs could decide the outcome. If India maintain their balance with bat and ball, they are likely to hold the advantage in this contest.
Match details
Match: India vs Zimbabwe, Match 48 (Super 8, Group 1)
Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM IST (Local Time)
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Where to watch India vs Zimbabwe match?
Cricket fans in India can watch the India vs Zimbabwe match on February 26 online on JioHotstar, via OTTplay Premium.
Pitch Report
The MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai usually offers a slow and spin-friendly surface that becomes tougher for batting as the game progresses. Batters who apply themselves early can score runs, but stroke-making gets difficult against quality spin in the middle overs. Pacers may find some assistance with cutters and variations on this track. Teams winning the toss often prefer to bat first, as chasing under lights can be challenging due to the pitch slowing down.
Head-to-Head Record
Matches played: 13
IND won: 10
ZIM won: 3
No result: 0
IND vs ZIM Probable Playing XI
India
Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun CV, Jasprit Bumrah
Zimbabwe
Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Graeme Cremer, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
Key Players to Watch
1. Suryakumar Yadav: Suryakumar Yadav’s ability to dominate bowlers in the middle overs makes him India’s most dangerous batter. His innovative stroke play and experience under pressure can help India build or chase challenging totals.
2. Sikandar Raza: Sikandar Raza remains Zimbabwe’s biggest match-winner with both bat and ball. His all-round capabilities and leadership could play a decisive role in countering India’s strong lineup.