West Indies Dominate Zimbabwe, India’s Qualification Tension Increases

West Indies’ Big Win Makes Group Stage More Intense

By Sports Desk Feb 23, 2026

West Indies Dominate Zimbabwe, India’s Qualification Tension Increases

The West Indies cricket team delivered a powerful performance against the Zimbabwe national cricket team, winning the match by a massive 107 runs.

West Indies Dominate Zimbabwe, India’s Qualification Tension Increases

The West Indies cricket team delivered a powerful performance against the Zimbabwe national cricket team, winning the match by a massive 107 runs. Batting first, West Indies posted a huge total of 255 runs, with their batters attacking confidently and keeping Zimbabwe’s bowlers under pressure throughout the innings. The strong total already placed Zimbabwe in a difficult position before the chase even began.

In response, Zimbabwe failed to handle the West Indies bowling attack and were bowled out for just 147 runs. Regular wickets and scoreboard pressure prevented Zimbabwe from building any meaningful partnerships. West Indies bowlers stayed aggressive and controlled the game from start to finish, sealing a comfortable and convincing victory.

This result has also increased tension for the India national cricket team. After already losing one match, India now faces a strong West Indies side in their upcoming game. The net run rate difference is another big concern — West Indies currently have a run rate above +5.0, while India’s has dropped below -3.0. Experts believe that India must not only win but also secure a big-margin victory to improve their chances, making the road to qualification look quite challenging.