As the electrifying Super Eight stage has arrived, Zimbabwe is all set to face West Indies in their inaugural clash of the stage in the T20 World Cup 2026. On February 23, both sides will face each other at the Iconic Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, live from 7:00 PM (IST).
A look back at Zimbabwe and the West Indies’ performance in the tournament
Since the T20 World Cup 2026 has started, cricket fans across the globe witnessed some exciting T20 action. Throughout the group stage, both sides have been unbeaten, showcasing their brilliance on the big stage.
On the other hand, the West Indies advanced to the Super Eight stage with a convincing win over Italy. While batting first, they put on 165 runs on the board, with Shai Hope’s 75. After that, Matthew Forde and Shamar Joseph’s bowling brilliance sealed a 42-run win.
Putting the group stage achievements aside, the challenges will be doubled up in the upcoming Super Eight stage. Before they face off on the big stage, here is a closer look to their head-to-head records.
ZIM vs WI Head-to-Head Records (Overall)
Stats
Test
ODI
Matches Played
12
49
Zimbabwe wins
0
11
West Indies wins
8
36
Tied
0
1
Draw
4
0
No Result
0
1
ZIM vs WI Head-to-Head Records in T20I
Criteria
Zimbabwe
West Indies
Matches Played
4
4
Matches Won
1
3
Matches Lost
3
1
NR/Tied
0
0
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Highest Team Total In T20Is
The highest-scoring clash between Zimbabwe and the West Indies dates back to 2013. Showcasing batting brilliance, the West Indies piled up a formidable total of 158/7
Zimbabwe vs West Indies Lowest Team Total in T20Is
In 2010, the West Indies scored 79/7 against Zimbabwe, and that has been recorded as the lowest total of their T20I faceoff.
ZIM vs WI Highest Individual Score In T20Is
In the T20I faceoff between Zimbabwe and West Indies, Lendl Simmons holds the record of the highest individual score. In a faceoff in 2013, he played an unbeaten 63-run knock while chasing down the total.
ZIM vs WI Best Bowling Figures in T20Is
Daren Sammy holds the record for the best bowling figure in their T20I face-off. In 2010, he conceded 26 runs in 3.5 overs and registered a magical fifer with an economy rate of 6.78.
Most Runs in Zimbabwe vs West Indies T20Is
Hamilton Masakadza holds the record of scoring the most runs in the T20I encounter between Zimbabwe and the West Indies. In three matches, he scored 106 runs.
Most Wickets in Zimbabwe vs West Indies in T20Is
Daren Sammy has picked up the most wickets in the Zimbabwe vs West Indies T20I clash. In three matches, he secured 5 wickets with an economy rate of 7.42.
Top Run Scorer of the last Zimbabwe vs West Indies T20I series
Zimbabwe faced the West Indies in a T20I series last time in 2013. In that series, Lendl Simmons was the highest run scorer as he scored 106 runs in two matches.
Top Wicket Taker of the last Zimbabwe vs West Indies T20I series
As Zimbabwe and the West Indies locked horns in a T20I series in 2013, Christopher Mpofu was the top wicket-taker as he secured three wickets in two matches.
ZIM vs WI T20I Form (Last 5 T20Is)
Teams
Recent Form
Zimbabwe
W, W, W, L, W
West Indies
W, W, W, W, L
Conclusion
As both teams are still unbeaten in the ongoing tournament, they are riding high on confidence. Depending on the head-to-head T20I stats, West Indies holds a strong advantage. Considering the current form and records, the West Indies is likely to win the match against Zimbabwe.
ZIM vs WI Head to Head stats (Source: @ICC/x.com)
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