India will take on the Zimbabwe national cricket team in Match 48 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight (Group A) on February 26 at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Read The Betting Professionals’ preview and analysis for the Super 8 Match of T20 World Cup 2026 between India vs Zimbabwe, including best cricket betting sites and predictions.
India vs Zimbabwe (IND vs ZIM) Match Details, Super 8 - T20 World Cup 2026
Series | T20 World Cup 2026 |
Series Match No | 48th Match (Super 8) |
Format | T20I |
Match Date | 26th Feb 2026 |
Match Time | `07:00 PM IST |
Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
India vs Zimbabwe (IND vs ZIM) Match Preview, Super 8 - T20 World Cup 2026
India (IND) Preview
India were handed a 76-run setback by South Africa in their first Super Eight clash. A dominant knock from David Miller, combined with Marco Jansen’s clinical four-wicket burst, turned the game firmly in the Proteas’ favor. With little room for error left, India must deliver a statement comeback.
India Predicted XI
Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan (w), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
Zimbabwe (ZIM) Preview
Zimbabwe were impressive in the group stage, winning all four of their matches, including notable victories over Australia and Sri Lanka. However, their momentum was halted in the Super Eight stage, where they suffered a heavy 104-run defeat against the West Indies in their opening match.
Zimbabwe Predicted XI
Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (c), Tashinga Musekiwa, Tony Munyonga, Dion Myers, Brad Evans, Graeme Cremer, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
India vs Zimbabwe (IND vs ZIM) Head to Head in T20Is
India and Zimbabwe have faced each other 13 times in T20 internationals. India hold a clear advantage with 10 wins, while Zimbabwe have secured 3 victories. None of the matches have ended in a tie or no result.
India vs Zimbabwe (IND vs ZIM) Pitch Report, Super 8 - T20 World Cup 2026
The MA Chidambaram Stadium is known for assisting spinners, especially on black soil surfaces. The match will be played on the central pitch (No. 5). However, in this T20 World Cup, Chepauk has produced poor numbers for spinners, with the worst strike rate and second-worst average. Conditions have favored batters, so a high-scoring game is likely.
India vs Zimbabwe (IND vs ZIM) Betting Odds
For the Super Eight clash of the T20 World Cup 2026, India are clear favourites with the bookmakers. 1xBet has placed them at 1.04 to win the match. Zimbabwe are considered heavy underdogs, with odds of 12 for victory.
India vs Zimbabwe Match Prediction and Win Probability
All factors point to India as the favourites, especially considering the batting-friendly nature of the pitch. Their strong batting lineup has the ability to put Zimbabwe under pressure. However, Zimbabwe will aim to deliver their best performance and challenge India in this contest.
Our Prediction: India to win this match.
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