NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Winning Team, Playing XI & Pitch Report

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Winning Team, Playing XI & Pitch Report

Published on Mar 03, 2026 by

The Zimbabwe Women in New Zealand ODIs series brings an exciting contest as NZ Women host ZIM Women at the picturesque University Oval, Dunedin. With fantasy managers eyeing the leaderboard, all eyes are on superstar all rounder Amelia Kerr and Zimbabwe's consistent performer Josephine Nkomo. This match offers a prime opportunity to leverage skills in your fantasy contests, especially with the home team testing their depth.

Match Details

  • Match: NZ Women vs ZIM Women (ODI)
  • Date: 05 Mar 2026
  • Time: 11:00 AM Local (03:30 AM IST)
  • Venue: University Oval, Dunedin

Live Streaming & Broadcast Details

  • Digital Streaming: FanCode App & Website

Weather Report

Dunedin is expected to be cool and partly cloudy. The temperature will hover around 14°C to 16°C. The University Oval is an open ground, so wind will play a major factor, aiding swing bowlers early on. There is a low chance of rain, but overcast conditions could help the seamers. Dew factor is unlikely to be significant due to the day match timing.

Pitch Report & Venue Stats

The surface at University Oval generally offers a balanced contest but leans slightly towards the bowlers in recent times.

  • Pitch Nature: Balanced with assistance for seamers.
  • Pace vs Spin: Pacers have dominated here, taking 40 wickets in the last 5 matches compared to just 24 wickets by spinners.
  • Average Score: The average first innings score is 211 runs.
  • Fantasy Takeaway: Load your fantasy teams with swing bowlers and technical batters who can handle the moving ball. Chasing has been mixed, but bowling first allows teams to exploit early moisture.

Team Form & Head to-Head

NZ Women

  • Last 5 Matches: L L W L L
  • Recent Form: The hosts have struggled recently, losing 4 of their last 5 games. However, they have a dominant record against Zimbabwe.
  • H2H Wins: 3

ZIM Women

  • Last 5 Matches: L W W L L
  • Recent Form: Zimbabwe has shown flashes of brilliance with two wins in their last five outings but remains the underdog in these conditions.
  • H2H Wins: 0

Injury Updates & Player Availability

  • NZ Women: The squad appears to be rotating players. Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates are not listed in the available fantasy credits for this specific contest, suggesting Amelia Kerr will likely lead the charge with a younger brigade.
  • ZIM Women: Josephine Nkomo is fully fit and in good form. No major injury concerns reported.

Probable Playing XI

NZ Women

Izzy Sharp, Maddy Green, Amelia Kerr, Brooke Halliday, Isabella Gaze, Nensi Patel, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Molly Penfold, Emma McLeod

ZIM Women

Chipo Mugeri Tiripano, Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Josephine Nkomo, Modester Mupachikwa, Nyasha Gwanzura, Loreen Tshuma, Precious Marange, Loryn Phiri, Audrey Mazvishaya, Nomvelo Sibanda

Key Players to Watch

  • Amelia Kerr: The standout captaincy pick. She is selected by 96.99% of users and contributes with both bat and leg spin. Even if the pitch favors pace, her class is undeniable.
  • Josephine Nkomo: Zimbabwe's premier all rounder. She has scored 261 runs in her last 5 matches at an average of 43.8, making her a must have.
  • Jess Kerr: With the pitch favoring pacers (40 wickets recently), her ability to swing the new ball makes her a lethal option at University Oval.
  • Loreen Tshuma: A differential pick who has taken 12 wickets in her last 5 games. She is a genuine wicket taker for Zimbabwe.
  • Brooke Halliday: A solid middle order batter who can stabilize the innings if early wickets fall.
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Fantasy Picks

Small League Safe Picks

  • Amelia Kerr
  • Josephine Nkomo
  • Jess Kerr
  • Isabella Gaze

Mega League Differential Picks

  • Loreen Tshuma: Low selection but high wicket taking potential.
  • Rosemary Mair: As a pacer on this deck, she can pick up bulk wickets if Zimbabwe's top order collapses.

Match Prediction / Outlook

Despite recent form struggles, NZ Women are the favorites to win due to home conditions and superior experience. The University Oval pitch will likely support the New Zealand seamers, making it difficult for Zimbabwe to post a large total.

Disclaimer

This analysis is based on current stats and data. Always check the Final Playing XI and Toss updates before locking your fantasy team.

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