T20 World Cup 2022: West Indies vs Zimbabwe Match Preview, Playing XI, Head to Head, Where to Watch on TV, & Live Streaming Details for T20 WC

The former T20 World Cup champions West Indies will take on Zimbabwe in their next group-stage encounter of the 2022 T20 World Cup. Both teams had contrasting results in their previous match of the tournament. 

Much to the surprise of everyone, the giant West Indies were thrashed by Scotland in their tournament opener. Chasing 161 to win, the Men in Maroon were bundled out for a mere 118 runs, even after getting an excellent start with the bat. 

Zimbabwe on the other hand won their first match against Ireland. Batter Sikandar Raza was simply excellent with the bat as he bailed out his team from a tricky position and helped his side to post a competitive total which was later defended easily. 

Talking about the upcoming encounter, team West Indies will not find it easy to compete with an in-form Zimbabwe team. However, the Men in Maroon will start as favorites to win the match and secure their first points in the points table. 

Pitch Conditions

The wicket at Bellerive Oval, Hobart has been ideal for batting. However, the spinners have also found some assistance with the old ball. The skipper winning the toss might want to have a bowl first and chase the total later on.

Playing Combinations for WI vs ZIM

West Indies:

Despite losing its first encounter in the tournament, the former champions might be tempted to go with the same playing XI. Opening batter Kyle Mayers is expected to play a crucial role for his team in the upcoming encounter. 

Kyle Mayers, Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shamarh Brooks, Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Odean Smith, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Obed McCoy

Zimbabwe:

After winning the first game, Zimbabwe will likely retain the same squad used for the first match. The skipper Craig Ervine will look to give a match-winning performance for his team with the bat against West Indies. 

Regis Chakabva (wk), Craig Ervine (c), Wesley Madhevere, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Milton Shumba, Ryan Burl, Luke Jongwe, Tendai Chatara, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

WI vs ZIM Head-To-Head

Played- 03 | WI - 02 | ZIM - 01

WI vs ZIM Broadcast Details:

Match Timings- 1:30 PM IST

Live Streaming- Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar