Zimbabwe will take on Australia in the second ODI of the three-match series on Friday, September 18, at the Harare Sports Club. Australia currently lead the series 1-0 and will look to seal the series with another victory.
Zimbabwe had a few positives to take from the opening game, with Newman Nyamhuri claiming a five-wicket haul, while Craig Ervine and Sikandar Raza contributed half-centuries. They will need to regroup quickly, address their shortcomings, and produce a much-improved performance to level the series.
Meanwhile, Australia endured a challenging outing with the bat in the first ODI, but Matt Renshaw stepped up with a century, while Cooper Connolly chipped in with a half-century. Nathan Ellis then impressed with the ball, claiming a five-wicket haul to help Australia secure victory. The visitors will aim to put in another all-round performance and wrap up the series with a game to spare.
ZIM vs AUS: Match Details
| Match | Zimbabwe vs Australia, 2nd ODI, Australia tour of Zimbabwe 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Friday, September 17, 1:00 PM |
| Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Click here to watch ZIM vs AUS Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Harare Sports Club: Pitch Report
The Harare Sports Club is expected to provide a balanced surface, offering a good contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers could play a crucial role, with Harare’s altitude likely to provide them with some extra bounce. The new-ball spells will be particularly important, as seamers could extract movement and make early inroads. The captain winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and take advantage of any moisture available on the surface early in the innings.
ZIM vs AUS: Head-to-Head ODI Record
| Matches Played | 34 |
| Won by ZIM | 03 |
| Won by AUS | 30 |
| Tied | – |
| No Results | 01 |
| First-ever Fixture | June 9, 1983 |
| Most Recent Fixture | September 15, 2026 |
ZIM vs AUS: Predicted Playing 11s
Zimbabwe (ZIM):
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Innocent Kaia, Brendan Taylor (wk), Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza (c), Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani
Australia (AUS):
Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Matt Renshaw, Oliver Peake, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
ZIM vs AUS: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Matt Renshaw
Matt Renshaw could play another key role with the bat for Australia in this game. He scored a composed 109 in the opening ODI, holding the innings together while wickets fell at the other end. Renshaw will look to build on that performance and once again provide stability at the top of the order. Another substantial contribution from him could strengthen Australia’s chances of posting a competitive total.
Probable Best Bowler: Newman Nyamhuri
Left-arm pacer Newman Nyamhuri could be a key bowler for Zimbabwe in this clash. He impressed in the first ODI by claiming a five-wicket haul and will look to build on that performance in the second game. Nyamhuri will aim to deliver another impactful spell and trouble the Australian batters with his pace and movement. His ability to pick up crucial wickets could be vital for Zimbabwe as they look to level the series.
Today’s Match Prediction: Australia to win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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