# India seals T20I series with nine-wicket win

> India defeats Zimbabwe 9 wickets in second T20I to clinch series.
- Title: India seals T20I series with nine-wicket win · Sportstar
- Summary: India defeats Zimbabwe 9 wickets in second T20I to clinch series. India wins second T20I against Zimbabwe 9 wickets to secure series victory.
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- Source: Sportstar — https://sportstar.thehindu.com/cricket/womens-cricket/india-vs-zimbabwe-1st-t20i-live-score-smriti-mandhana-captain-latest-updates-raipur-scores/article71599800.ece
- Author: Team Sportstar
- Published: 2026-10-18T12:55:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: india, zimbabwe, t20i, smriti mandhana, seahawks, nfl, sports
## Toss decision
Smriti Mandhana won the toss and chose to field first in the first T20I.
## Zimbabwe's strong start
Zimbabwe scored 114 for five with Kelis Ndhlovu and Sharne Mayers playing key roles.
## India's collapse
India collapsed to 19 for four after Nyasha Gwanzura and Michelle Mavunga removed key batters.
## Deepti and Niki's partnership
Deepti Sharma and Niki Prasad formed an 82-run partnership to save the game.
## Series conclusion
India clinches the series with a nine-wicket victory in the second T20I.
## Key takeaway

India wins second T20I against Zimbabwe 9 wickets to secure series victory.