ZIM-W vs WI-W Match Prediction : 2nd ODI, West Indies Women tour of Zimbabwe, 2026
ZIM-W vs WI-W Win Probability
14%
Zimbabwe Women
86%
West Indies Women
West Indies Women To Win, 1.08
West Indies Women have won four of their last five listed matches, including the first ODI of this tour.
Hayley Matthews has 481 recent runs and seven wickets, underscoring a decisive all-round influence.
Afy Fletcher leads the bowling returns for West Indies Women with 10 wickets across the recent sample.
ZIM-W vs WI-W Betting Tips
Hayley Matthews to score over 49.5 runs
Hayley Matthews produced one of the finest ODI innings of her career in the series opener, smashing 182 from 156 balls to lead West Indies to 299/6. It was the highest-ever individual score by a West Indies batter in Women's ODIs and included 28 boundaries. Matthews also has an excellent overall ODI record, averaging more than 36 with the bat. After dominating Zimbabwe's bowling attack in the first ODI, we are backing the West Indies captain to make another substantial contribution.
West Indies Women team total over 239.5 runs
West Indies posted 299/6 in the opening ODI, with Matthews doing the bulk of the damage. Zimbabwe's bowlers struggled to contain the visitors once the West Indies top order settled, and Harare Sports Club has generally produced reasonable batting conditions, with the women's ODI first-innings average around 221. Given the quality of the West Indies batting line-up and the confidence gained from the first match, we expect them to cross 239.5 runs if they bat first.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Zimbabwe Women
West Indies Women
Zimbabwe Women host West Indies Women at Harare Sports Club for the second ODI of the tour. West Indies Women took the opener on September 24, putting the visitors in front and adding pressure on the hosts to respond quickly.
Zimbabwe Women enter this match on a tough run across formats, while West Indies Women carry strong momentum from a successful Ireland series earlier this year. We expect intensity from ball one as Zimbabwe Women look to level the series in home conditions.
Zimbabwe Women vs West Indies Women Head-to-Head Record
This rivalry is in its infancy, with West Indies Women leading 1-0 after winning the series opener on September 24. The limited history offers few long-term trends, but the visitors currently hold the edge after starting this tour with a win.
ZIM-W vs WI-W Team Previews
Zimbabwe Women
Zimbabwe Women must arrest a six-match losing streak across listed recent results, including defeats to Pakistan Women and New Zealand Women earlier this year. Beloved Biza has been their bright spot with 181 runs across the recent sample, while Modester Mupachikwa has contributed 91 runs from two appearances. Kelis Ndhlovu adds balance with 129 recent runs and left-arm spin, but wicket-taking support has been thin.
The bowling group shows scattered returns. Nomvelo Sibanda has two wickets in four recent outings, and Kudzai Chigora and Tendai Makusha also have two each from limited appearances. Francesca Chipareās two wickets from one recent match hint at upside. Zimbabwe Women need early wickets to protect a batting unit that has relied on Biza and Ndhlovu for stability.
Zimbabwe Women Expected Playing 11
Modester Mupachikwa (WK), Beloved Biza, Sharne Mayers, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Nyasha Gwanzura, Kelis Ndhlovu, Josephine Nkomo, Nomvelo Sibanda, Francesca Chipare, Tendai Makusha, Kudzai Chigora
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West Indies Women
West Indies Women arrive with four wins in their last five listed matches, including a 3-0 sweep in Ireland and victory in the tour opener in Harare. Hayley Matthews is in dominant touch with 481 recent runs and seven wickets, while Stafanie Taylor has added 214 runs to firm up the middle order. Realeanna Grimmondās 178 recent runs strengthen the top three.
The attack is varied and productive. Afy Fletcher leads with 10 wickets across the recent stretch, and Karishma Ramharack has chipped in with five. Aaliyah Alleyneās four wickets across four recent appearances and Jannillea Glasgowās four wickets add pace options. Shemaine Campbelle has featured in four of the last five and stabilizes the keeping and middle-order roles.
West Indies Women Expected Playing 11
Hayley Matthews (C), Realeanna Grimmond, Stafanie Taylor, Shemaine Campbelle (WK), Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, Jannillea Glasgow, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Ashmini Munisar, Jahzara Claxton
ZIM-W vs WI-W Toss Prediction
At Harare Sports Club, teams often prefer to bowl first to assess early movement and then chase as conditions settle. We expect the toss winner to opt to field, looking to control the game with scoreboard knowledge.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Harare Sports Club traditionally offers a slowish surface with modest bounce for ODI cricket. Expect new-ball nibble early and increasing assistance for spinners as the innings progresses. A par total should sit in the 210ā240 range given recent tendencies for attritional middle overs.
Local late-September conditions in Harare are typically dry with mild warmth and gentle breezes. No official forecast data is supplied, so we anticipate largely uninterrupted play barring any unexpected afternoon cloud build-up.
ZIM-W vs WI-W : Who Will Win?
West Indies Women hold the form and personnel edge, and we expect them to close out the series if they maintain discipline in the middle overs. Zimbabwe Women need early wickets and a platform from Beloved Biza and Kelis Ndhlovu to flip the script. Pro Tip: Back West Indies Womenās spin duo to dictate the middle overs if Zimbabwe Women bat first.
Bet on West Indies Women to win.
