India Women will look to seal the three-match T20I series when they face Zimbabwe Women in the second game in Raipur on Sunday. Smriti Mandhana’s side took a 1-0 lead in the opener on Friday with a four-wicket win (26 balls remaining), recovering from a dramatic top-order collapse to chase down 115.
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IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Zimbabwe Women Tour of India 2026, 2nd T20I

Zimbabwe posted 114/5, with Kelis Ndhlovu (42) and Sharne Mayers (43*) providing the bulk of the runs. India’s bowlers, led by Nandani Sharma (2/11) and Shree Charani (1/14), kept them in check. In reply, India slumped to 19/4 inside the powerplay before Deepti Sharma (49 off 37) and debutant Niki Prasad (39* off 35) stitched together an 82-run partnership that turned the game. One of the best women's cricketers in the world, Deepti was named Player of the Match.
As per our IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 prediction today match, Deepti Sharma from India Sharne Mayers from Zimbabwe Women are the top picks, which you can’t miss out in your fantasy squad.
India Women vs Zimbabwe Women Match Details
| Tournament | Zimbabwe Women Tour of India 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | India Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 2nd T20I |
| Toss | To Be Updated |
| Venue | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium |
| City | Raipur |
| Match Start Time | 7:00 PM IST, 18 October 2026 |
| Live Streaming | To Be Updated |
| Scorecard | IND-W vs ZIM-W 2nd T20I Scorecard |
IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats (Last T20I Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Deepti Sharma | India Women | 49 Runs |
| Niki Prasad | India Women | 39 Runs |
| Sharne Mayers | Zimbabwe Women | 43 Runs |
| Kelis Ndhlovu | Zimbabwe Women | 42 Runs |
IND-W vs ZIM-W Toss Prediction
The team that wins the toss at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium is expected to bowl first, aiming to assess the conditions before chasing the target. India Women is likely to win the toss and chase.
Record of Chasing Teams at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium
The venue in Raipur is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Based on the T20 statistics for the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, chasing teams hold a clear advantage, winning 66.67% of the matches.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Average | 66.67% |
IND-W vs ZIM-W Playing 11 (Probable)
| India Women Playing XI | Zimbabwe Women Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana (c) | Sharne Mayers |
| Shafali Verma | Chiedza Dhururu (wk) |
| Anushka Sharma | Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | Modester Mupachikwa |
| Deepti Sharma | Josephine Nkomo (c) |
| Niki Prasad | Kelis Ndhlovu |
| Richa Ghosh (wk) | Beloved Biza |
| Arundhati Reddy | Francisca Chipare |
| Shree Charani | Olinder Chare |
| Kranti Gaud | Michelle Mavunga |
| Nandani Sharma | Nyasha Gwanzura |
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IND-W vs ZIM-W Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Deepti Sharma and Sharne Mayers |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Nandani Sharma and Nyasha Gwanzura |
IND-W vs ZIM-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
Deepti Sharma and Niki Prasad played important roles in India's successful run chase in the previous match, making them valuable captaincy options for the IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 team prediction. Sharne Mayers and Nyasha Gwanzura could also be useful choices for Zimbabwe Women, given their performances in the last match.
| Captain | Deepti Sharma and Niki Prasad |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Sharne Mayers and Nyasha Gwanzura |
Top Picks for IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Deepti Sharma | India Women | All-rounder |
| Niki Prasad | India Women | Batter |
Budget Picks for IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Kelis Ndhlovu | Zimbabwe Women | Batter |
| Kranti Gaud | India Women | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keepers: Richa Ghosh
- Batters: Smriti Mandhana, S Mayers (VC), Shafali Verma, Niki Prasad
- All-rounders: Deepti Sharma (C), Arundhati Reddy, Nyasha Gwanzura
- Bowlers: Nandani Sharma, Kranti Gaud, N Charani

Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keepers: Richa Ghosh
- Batters: Smriti Mandhana, S Mayers, K Ndlovu, Niki Prasad(C)
- All-rounders: Deepti Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Nyasha Gwanzura (VC)
- Bowlers: Nandani Sharma, Kranti Gaud, N Charani

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the IND-W vs ZIM-W match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 Prediction Today (2nd T20I) Zimbabwe Women Tour of India 2026 Players to Avoid
As per our IND-W vs ZIM-W Dream11 prediction today match, players who did not make a significant impact in the previous match may be considered for avoidance, depending on their roles, expected playing time and Dream11 credits. Tendai Makusha and Olinder Chare can be avoided for this match.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Tendai Makusha | 6.5 Cr |
| Olinder Chare | 6.5 Cr |
IND-W vs ZIM-W Weather & Pitch Report at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium
- The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur offers an excellent flat surface for strokeplay with good fast bounce, while the weather remains warm and clear with a minimal chance of rain.
- Evenings in Raipur are highly comfortable, with temperatures hovering around 25°C to 26°C during match hours.
| Temperature | 25°C to 26°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Warm and clear |
| Pitch Behaviour | Expected to offer a balanced contest |
| Best Suited To | Top-order batters and all-rounders |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 165 |
IND-W vs ZIM-W H2H Records
India Women won the previous match against Zimbabwe Women by four wickets after chasing a target of 115 runs in 15.4 overs. India Women will aim to extend their winning run in the second T20I, while Zimbabwe Women will look to bounce back and challenge the hosts. The IND-W vs ZIM-W H2H record is 1-0.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| India Women | 1 |
| Zimbabwe Women | 0 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
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