New Zeeland vs Zimbave — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
World Cup • New Zeeland won the match by 27 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 50-over encounter of World Cup, New Zeeland took on Zimbave on Jun 17, 2026, 09:00 AM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: New Zeeland won the match by 27 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 595 runs and 11 wickets fall between New Zeeland (311/4 in 50.0 overs) and Zimbave (284/7 in 50.0 overs).
2. New Zeeland Innings Breakdown (311/4)
Batting in the first innings, New Zeeland finished on 311/4 from 50.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 6.22 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, New Zeeland accumulated 43 runs for the loss of 0 wickets. Kane Williamson spearheaded the batting effort with 140 runs off 134 balls (including 14 fours and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 104.5). Valuable middle-order support came from D Mitchal, who contributed 77 runs off 63 deliveries, while Tom Latham added 35 (46b). The bowling side conceded 8 extra runs (wides: 8, no-balls: 0, byes: 0, leg-byes: 0). With the ball in the first innings, Masakdaza led the bowling figures with 2/43 in 10.0 overs (economy 4.30), assisted by Tony (1/65 in 10.0 overs).
3. Zimbave Chase & Second Innings Summary (284/7)
Pursuing a target of 312 runs for victory, Zimbave recorded 284/7 in 50.0 overs at a scoring rate of 5.68 runs per over. Richard anchored the chase for Zimbave with 89 runs from 85 balls (11 fours, 2 sixes, strike rate 104.7), alongside Bennet who chipped in with 37 off 30 balls. Defending the total, Santer delivered a key spell of 3/51 across 10.0 overs at an economy rate of 5.10, while Lckie finished with 2/53 (8.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Kane Williamson and Tom Latham (New Zeeland), who combined for 117 runs off 111 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 4 catches, 1 run-out, and 0 stumpings, with Marumani making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Santer (New Zeeland) topped the match rankings with 223.0 total points, followed closely by Lckie (193.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Kane Williamson.