IND W vs ZIM W Dream11 Prediction starts with a clear role check for the second T20I in Raipur. India Women face Zimbabwe Women on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at 7:00 PM IST. Smriti Mandhana leads India and opens the innings. Zimbabwe will look for a better all-round response after the completed first T20I. This preview uses the announced squads, the first-match scorecard, and the toss report. Final fantasy teams must wait for the toss because these XIs are still provisional.
In This Match Preview
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India Women vs Zimbabwe Women, 2nd T20I |
| Date | Sunday, 18 October 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST / 1:30 PM UTC |
| Venue | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur |
| Format | Women’s T20I |
| Competition | Zimbabwe Women Tour Of India, 2026 |
| Status | Probable fantasy preview; final XI after toss |
This is the second match of the series and the second women’s international meeting between these teams. The first game was also played in Raipur. India won the toss and chose to field in that match, but the toss decision for this game is not known in advance. Check the official playing XIs before entering a contest.
Team Form
India Women
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct 2026 | Zimbabwe Women | 116/6 in 15.4 overs chasing 114/5 | ✓ WIN — by four wickets |
The completed scorecard records Zimbabwe at 114/5 and India at 116/6. India reached the target in 15.4 overs. Deepti Sharma made 49 from 37 balls, while Niki Prasad stayed unbeaten on 39 from 35 balls. Niki also made an immediate impact on debut. These are verified first-match numbers, so they are more useful than the earlier unverified figures that circulated in the draft.
India’s batting order has several routes to fantasy points. Mandhana and Shafali Verma can score during the powerplay. Anushka Sharma was listed at No. 3 in the toss report. Niki showed that she can handle a chase, while Deepti provides both batting and bowling value. Richa Ghosh adds wicketkeeping points if she retains the gloves. The main risk is role uncertainty for players who may not bat or bowl enough in a one-sided innings.
The report also noted that Jemimah Rodrigues was absent with a hamstring issue. Do not add her to a team from reputation alone. India has several bowling options, so the final XI and the expected overs for each bowler remain important.
Zimbabwe Women
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct 2026 | India Women | 114/5; India replied with 116/6 | ✕ LOSS — by four wickets |
Zimbabwe’s 114/5 gave India a chaseable target, but it also showed that the batting group can build a competitive first-innings total. Kelis Ndhlovu, Beloved Biza, Josephine Nkomo and Michelle Mavunga are useful fantasy routes because their squad roles can cover more than one discipline. Sharne Mayers is a batting option for teams that expect Zimbabwe’s top order to spend time at the crease.
The first-match report and scorecard do not make every Zimbabwe player’s workload predictable for the next game. Treat Zimbabwe all-rounders as conditional picks rather than automatic selections. A player who is named but does not receive a full batting or bowling role can return fewer points than the name suggests.
IND W vs ZIM W Dream11 Prediction Pitch Report
Raipur has one directly relevant sample for this series: the first T20I at the same ground. Zimbabwe made 114/5 and India completed the chase at 116/6 in 15.4 overs. That result suggests that top-order batters and players involved in the powerplay can matter, but one match is not enough to call the pitch high-scoring, slow, or especially helpful to spin.
There is also no verified dew or weather evidence in the working sources for this preview. Do not select players on a guaranteed second-innings dew theory. Instead, use the confirmed toss and team sheets. If a side bowls first, its new-ball and first-change bowlers may have a clear opportunity. If a side bats first, its openers and top three carry the most direct scoring opportunity. Multi-skill players remain useful because they do not need one exact match script to contribute.
Head-To-Head
This is the second women’s T20I between India and Zimbabwe. The first match was reported as the first international meeting between the sides, so there is no deep women’s T20I head-to-head record to use. Do not replace current role evidence with unrelated men’s records or older matches in other formats. For this preview, the relevant evidence is the first T20I scorecard, the announced squads, and the roles described before the match.
Probable Playing XIs — Not Confirmed
The tables below are provisional editorial XIs built from the existing squad file and current role notes. They are not official announcements. The final XI, batting positions and bowling allocation can change after the toss. “BAT”, “AR”, “WK” and “BOWL” are editorial role labels, not a claim about Dream11 app credits.
India Women
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | BAT |
| Shafali Verma | BAT |
| Anushka Sharma | AR |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | AR |
| Niki Prasad | BAT |
| Richa Ghosh | WK |
| Deepti Sharma | AR |
| Arundhati Reddy | BOWL |
| Shree Charani | BOWL |
| Nandani Sharma | BOWL |
| Kranti Gaud | BOWL |
Mandhana is the expected captain and opening batter. The toss report placed Anushka at No. 3 and Niki at No. 5 in the first game. Niki’s previous Australia A record includes 54 not out in a T20 context and 76 from 71 balls plus four wickets in a one-day context; those figures should not be treated as one combined T20I record. Her first India T20I score of 39 not out is the stronger direct evidence for this fixture.
Zimbabwe Women
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Modester Mupachikwa | WK |
| Sharne Mayers | BAT |
| Kelis Ndhlovu | AR |
| Beloved Biza | AR |
| Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano | AR |
| Josephine Nkomo | AR |
| Michelle Mavunga | AR |
| Francisca Chipare | BOWL |
| Tendai Makusha | BOWL |
| Olinder Chare | BOWL |
| Loryn Phiri | BOWL |
This Zimbabwe XI is a role-balanced projection from the squad, not a confirmed selection. Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano, Josephine Nkomo and Michelle Mavunga may not all receive the same amount of bowling or batting work. Confirm who is playing and who is keeping wicket before using a Zimbabwe combination. If the final XI includes another squad wicketkeeper, adjust the team rather than assuming two wicketkeepers will both score with the gloves.
The practical checklist is simple: confirm the XI, confirm the keeper, review the toss, then compare each player’s likely opportunities with the contest type.
Six Dream11 Teams
Each selection below is a provisional match scenario. Confirm the playing XI, role labels, credits and contest rules in your app.
Team 1: Balanced Small-League Core
Balanced Small-League Core Confirm final XI after toss.
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WK: Richa Ghosh, Modester Mupachikwa
BAT: Smriti Mandhana, Niki Prasad, Shafali Verma, Sharne Mayers
AR: Beloved Biza, Michelle Mavunga
BOWL: Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Francisca Chipare
Captain: Richa Ghosh · Vice-Captain: Modester Mupachikwa
Risk: Distinct combination.
Team 2: India Top-Order Control
India Top-Order Control Confirm final XI after toss.
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WK: Gunalan Kamalini, Chiedza Dhururu
BAT: Smriti Mandhana, Niki Prasad, Sharne Mayers
AR: Harmanpreet Kaur, Kelis Ndhlovu, Josephine Nkomo
BOWL: Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Loryn Phiri
Captain: Gunalan Kamalini · Vice-Captain: Chiedza Dhururu
Risk: Distinct combination.
Team 3: Zimbabwe Spin Resistance
Zimbabwe Spin Resistance Confirm final XI after toss.
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WK: Richa Ghosh, Modester Mupachikwa
BAT: Smriti Mandhana, Niki Prasad, Sharne Mayers
AR: Anushka Sharma, Michelle Mavunga, Kelis Ndhlovu
BOWL: Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Francisca Chipare
Captain: Richa Ghosh · Vice-Captain: Modester Mupachikwa
Risk: Distinct combination.
Team 4: Powerplay Pace Attack
Powerplay Pace Attack Confirm final XI after toss.
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WK: Gunalan Kamalini, Chiedza Dhururu
BAT: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Niki Prasad, Sharne Mayers
AR: Beloved Biza
BOWL: Arundhati Reddy, Shree Charani, Francisca Chipare, Tendai Makusha
Captain: Gunalan Kamalini · Vice-Captain: Chiedza Dhururu
Risk: Distinct combination.
Team 5: Death-Overs Bowling Punt
Death-Overs Bowling Punt Confirm final XI after toss.
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WK: Richa Ghosh, Modester Mupachikwa
BAT: Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Sharne Mayers
AR: Harmanpreet Kaur, Michelle Mavunga, Josephine Nkomo
BOWL: Kranti Gaud, Jintimani Kalita, Francisca Chipare
Captain: Richa Ghosh · Vice-Captain: Modester Mupachikwa
Risk: Distinct combination.
Team 6: Low-Ownership All-Rounders
Low-Ownership All-Rounders Confirm final XI after toss.
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WK: Gunalan Kamalini, Chiedza Dhururu
BAT: Smriti Mandhana, Niki Prasad, Sharne Mayers
AR: Harmanpreet Kaur, Beloved Biza, Kelis Ndhlovu
BOWL: Arundhati Reddy, Shree Charani, Loryn Phiri
Captain: Gunalan Kamalini · Vice-Captain: Chiedza Dhururu
Risk: Distinct combination.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
These are conditional fantasy choices, not guaranteed safest picks. Captain and vice-captain points depend on opportunity, and opportunity depends on the XI, batting order, bowling spells and match result. Use the table as a shortlist, then check the toss.
| Player | Choice | Use This Path When |
|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Captain option | India bats first or she is confirmed to open and you expect a substantial powerplay role. |
| Deepti Sharma | Captain option | You expect her to bat in the main chase or receive a meaningful bowling spell. |
| Niki Prasad | Vice-captain option | She is confirmed at a top-five position and you want a role-backed recent form pick. |
| Josephine Nkomo | Vice-captain option | Zimbabwe needs her for both batting and bowling, giving her two routes to points. |
| Kelis Ndhlovu | Differential option | You expect Zimbabwe to sustain a long innings and her all-round role to remain active. |
Mandhana is not a guaranteed captain simply because she is well known. Deepti’s value is tied to actual overs and batting position. Niki’s 39 not out in the first T20I supports a modest conditional selection, but it does not guarantee another score. Zimbabwe all-rounders can help grand-league combinations, but their workloads need confirmation.
Top 3 Player Battles
Smriti Mandhana Vs Zimbabwe New-Ball Bowlers
Mandhana’s opening role gives her the earliest scoring opportunity. Zimbabwe’s new-ball plan can decide whether she settles into the innings or has to attack immediately. Pick her more confidently when the XI confirms that she will open.
Deepti Sharma Vs Zimbabwe Middle Overs
Deepti can influence the game with controlled batting and left-arm spin. Her fantasy ceiling rises when India needs runs in the middle overs or when she is trusted with a full bowling spell. The match situation, not reputation alone, should guide captaincy.
Niki Prasad Vs Zimbabwe’s Change Bowlers
Niki’s first T20I unbeaten 39 shows composure in a chase. Zimbabwe may use change bowlers and cutters against her, so her value depends on India losing enough early wickets for her to face a useful number of balls.
Top Players To Look Out For
Mandhana is the clearest role-based India batting option because she opens and captains. Deepti offers the strongest multi-skill case if her workload remains normal. Niki is an interesting middle-order option after her verified first-match contribution. For Zimbabwe, Ndhlovu, Nkomo and Mavunga are the main conditional all-rounder choices. Modester Mupachikwa becomes more attractive if she is confirmed as wicketkeeper and bats in the top half.
Match Winner Prediction
India Women have the stronger editorial lean because they won the completed first T20I and have several established batting and all-round options. This is a qualified lean, not a fact about the next result. Zimbabwe can change the match with a better top-order partnership or early wickets. The toss, confirmed XI and actual roles should be checked before treating India as a fantasy-team core.
FAQs
When Is IND W Vs ZIM W?
The second T20I is scheduled for Sunday, 18 October 2026, at 7:00 PM IST, or 1:30 PM UTC.
Where Is The Match?
The match is scheduled at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur, India.
What Happened In The First T20I?
The verified scorecard records Zimbabwe at 114/5 and India at 116/6 in 15.4 overs. India won by four wickets. Deepti Sharma scored 49 from 37 balls and Niki Prasad finished unbeaten on 39 from 35 balls.
Is The Playing XI Confirmed?
No. The tables in this preview are provisional editorial projections. Confirm the official XI at the toss, along with the wicketkeeper, batting order and expected bowling roles.
Who Can Be A Conditional Captain?
Mandhana and Deepti are the main India options because of their potential batting and, for Deepti, bowling involvement. Neither is guaranteed to be the best captain in every contest.
Who Is A Differential Pick?
Kelis Ndhlovu or Josephine Nkomo can be considered as conditional Zimbabwe differentials if the final XI confirms an active all-round role. Avoid them if their expected workload is unclear.
Where Can I Find More Previews?
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