The third and final ODI match will be played at University Oval, Dunedin, on 11th March 2026 at 3:30 AM IST.

New Zealand Women

New Zealand Women thrashed Zimbabwe Women yet again, winning the second ODI match by 8 wickets. While bowling first, they bowled out Zimbabwe Women on a mere score of 102 runs in 29.1 overs, thanks to the 7-fer taken by their skipper, Amelia Kerr. Molly Penfold also grabbed three wickets in her four-over spell for just 17 runs. In reply, the hosts chased it down in just 16.2 overs, Amelia Kerr topping the batting charts yet again with 45 from 40 and Maddy Green scoring 27 off 29 runs. With a lead of 2-0 already, the White Ferns will be looking to achieve a whitewash in the ODI leg as well after doing so in the T20I series.

Zimbabwe Women

Zimbabwe Women have been clueless in the ongoing ODI series. Considering their inexperience in this format, especially against a big team, they have plenty of things to learn. Zimbabwe Women have been extremely poor with their batting, bowling out for just 174 and 106 runs in their first two ODI matches in the series. Modester Mupachikwa was their star batter in the second ODI, scoring 32 off 51 deliveries. With just one match remaining and series already gone, the visitors will look to give their best and challenge the hosts with a better performance in the final ODI match.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W ODI Match Details

NZ-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Pitch Report

The surface at University Oval in Dunedin has traditionally favoured batters throughout the years. It’s a good track that helps the pacers with the new ball, while the batters will take the assault after spending some time at the crease. As the ball gets older, the pacers might test the batters with hard length bowls and slow deliveries. The average expected score is likely to be somewhere around 260-285.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Weather Report

The weather forecast calls for clear skies and a temperature of 16-18°C. There is almost no chance of rain, which means a full match is likely. The pleasant weather will enable both teams to compete without interruption.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Head-to-Head Records

NZ-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Probable XI

• New Zealand Women: Emma McLeod, Maddie Green, Amelia Kerr (c), Brooke Holiday, Izzy Sharp, Isabella Gage (wk), Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Polly Inglis, Molly Penfold, Brie Illing.

• Zimbabwe Women: Modester Mupachikwa (wk), Josephine Nkomo, Chiedza Dhururu, Biloved Biza, Chipo Mugeri Tiripano, Loreen Tshuma, Nyasha Gwanzura, Christabel Chatonzwa, Precious Marenge, Tendai Makusha, Nomvelo Sibanda (c).

Players To Watch Out For In NZ-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Match

• Ishabella Gaze | NZ-W: Isabella Gaze has been in impeccable form for her life. She was phenomenal in the T20I series. She continued her form in the ODI series as well, scoring an unbeaten 59 runs in the series opener and then scoring 20 runs in the second ODI match. Her capability to perform against pacers makes her a threat to Zimbabwe.

• Amelia Kerr | NZ-W: One of the best all-rounders in Women's Cricket currently, Amelia Kerr has always been a consistent performer for this team. Her batting provides a much-needed stability at the top. She was their best batter in the T20I leg. She has been ruling in the ODI leg as well, but this time, with her bowling. In two ODI matches in this series, she has taken 11 wickets, including a career-best of 7-fer in the last match. She will be a player to watch out for.

• Modester Mupachikwa | ZIM-W: Mupachikwa is one of Zimbabwe’s best performers throughout these years, especially in this format. In 29 WODIs, Modester has scored 665 runs with four half-centuries. She was the only standout player for her team in the second ODI match against New Zealand Women, scoring 32 runs off 51 balls.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W 3rd ODI Toss Prediction

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

• In 5 matches played at this venue, the teams that won the toss have opted to bat once and bowl on four occasions.

Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch

• The team batting second at this venue has won 4 out of 7 WODI matches here, and teams batting first have won three matches as well. This trend suggests that teams should prefer to bowl first on this surface to get maximum benefits.

NZ-W vs ZIM-W Today's Match Scenario

Scenario 1

• Toss Winner: New Zealand Women (opts to bowl first)
• Power-Play Score: 25-30
• ZIM-W Total: 120-130
• Match Winner: New Zealand Women

Scenario 2

• Toss Winner: Zimbabwe Women (opts to bowl first)
• Power-Play Score: 55-65
• NZ-W Total: 280-340
• Match Winner: New Zealand Women

Who will win today's NZ-W vs ZIM-W ODI match?

With a dominant victory in both ODI matches, New Zealand will start as favourites to win the third ODI match as well, and will be aiming to achieve a whitewash in the ODI leg as well. Their players are currently in red-hot form with batters delivering good runs with their bat, and bowlers taking regular wickets in their spells. With the venue being the same, the White Ferns will be looking to capitalize on this opportunity yet again.