Zimbabwe (ZIM) were outplayed in the first T20I by India (IND) at the Harare Sports Club. The Chevrons will have to put up a strong show if they are to challenge a young and confident Indian side. India and Zimbabwe lock horns in the second T20I at the same venue on Saturday, July 25.
Zimbabwe’s biggest challenge will be tackling India’s tearaway pacers Mayank Yadav and Ashok Sharma. Prince Yadav, who isn’t as quick as them, still bowls at a fair clip. In the first T20I, they had the Zimbabwean batters in all sorts of trouble.
On the bowling front, Zimbabwe have some talented bowlers. However, for them to make a mark, the batters will have to put on a much better show. India, however, will be confident about their chances, especially with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, and Shreyas Iyer, all getting among the runs in the first T20I.
ZIM vs IND: Match Details
| Match | Zimbabwe vs India, 2nd T20I, India tour of Zimbabwe 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Saturday, July 25, 4:30 PM |
| Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Click here to watch ZIM vs IND Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH) |
Harare Sports Club: Pitch Report
Sikandar Raza wasn’t too pleased with the pitch used for the first T20I. Will the curators be able to make changes to the surface with only one day between the first and second T20Is? It seems highly unlikely. There is going to be some moisture in the surface in the first innings and the captain who wins the toss will have no hesitation in opting to bowl first.
ZIM vs IND: Head-to-Head ODI Record
| Matches Played | 15 |
| Won by ZIM | 03 |
| Won by IND | 12 |
| Tied | – |
| No Results | – |
| First-ever Fixture | June 12, 2010 (IND Won) |
| Most Recent Fixture | July 23, 2026 (IND Won) |
ZIM vs IND: Predicted Playing 11s
Zimbabwe (ZIM):
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Dion Myers,Sikandar Raza(C), Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani (WK), Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri.
India (IND):
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Shreyas Iyer(C), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Ashok Sharma, Mayank Yadav.
ZIM vs IND: Probable Best Performers of the Match:
Probable Best Batter: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
After a slow start to his international career in England, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played a blinder in the first T20I, registering his first half-century. It came off just 18 balls, with the southpaw belting four fours and as many sixes. Sooryavanshi will look to continue from where he left off in the previous game.
Probable Best Bowler: Blessing Muzarabani
Blessing Muzarabani bowled an impressive spell, despite the pitch easing out considerably. If Zimbabwe bowl first, Muzarabani can be quite a handful with the extra bounce he gets due to his tall frame and his ability to move the ball both ways.
ZIM vs IND 2nd T20I FAQs
1. When and where will the Zimbabwe vs India 2nd T20I be played?
The second T20I between Zimbabwe and India will be played on Saturday, July 25, at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. The match is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM IST.
2. Where can I watch the ZIM vs IND 2nd T20I live?
The match will be broadcast live on Unite8 Sports Network TV channels, while live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
3. What is the head-to-head record between Zimbabwe and India in T20Is?
Zimbabwe and India have faced each other 15 times in T20I cricket. India have won 12 matches, while Zimbabwe have secured three victories.
4. Who are the key players to watch in the ZIM vs IND 2nd T20I?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is expected to be India’s key batter after smashing a rapid half-century in the first T20I. For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani will be the bowler to watch with his pace, bounce, and ability to trouble batters with the new ball.
5. What is the pitch report for the Harare Sports Club?
The Harare Sports Club pitch is expected to offer assistance to fast bowlers early due to moisture in the surface. Batting is likely to become easier as the match progresses, making the toss important, with teams expected to prefer bowling first.
Today’s Match Prediction: India 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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