Zimbabwe hosts Sri Lanka for the 1st T20I of the series at Harare Sports Club after clinching a 2-0 ODI victory over the visitors. While Sri Lanka looks to bounce back in the shorter format, Zimbabwe will seek to leverage its home conditions, despite a string of losses in their last T20I tri-series. Sri Lanka arrives as the more settled unit, hoping to transfer solid ODI form into T20I success.
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Win Probability: 1st T20I
ZIM vs SL Batting Tips: 1st T20I
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 2nd ODI Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe 2025- 1st T20I |
| Date | Wednesday, September 03, 2025 |
| Time | 05:00 PM (IST), 01:30 PM (Local) |
| Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare |
| Live Streaming (TV) | NA |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | Fancode |
ZIM vs SL Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)
Sri Lanka enters this series opener in Harare as firm favorites on the strength of their recent ODI performances and T20I squad stability. Pathum Nissanka, after two brilliant ODI knocks, is in sublime form and will lead the visitors’ batting charge. Zimbabwe, with their squad pending announcement, will rely heavily on adjusting quickly and learning from recent T20I struggles. Unless the hosts can dramatically reverse their fortunes, Sri Lanka is well-placed to command the opening fixture.
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Head to Head (T20Is)
| Total Match Played | 06 |
| ZIM Won | 01 |
| SL Won | 05 |
| Draw/No Result | 00 |
ZIM vs SL Teams Preview (Top Players to Watch)
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s T20I squad is to be announced, but the team will be desperate to regroup after losing all four games in their previous home tri-series. With home advantage, their bowlers, especially fast bowlers early and spinners as the pitch wears, could provide breakthroughs. Batters will need to settle quickly and set up a foundation for a competitive total.
ZIM Probable Playing XI-
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Craig Ervine(C), Wessly Madhevere, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Brendan Taylor (VC), Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu.
ZIM Top Player to bat on- Sikandar Raza & Sean Williams
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s line-up is brimming with confidence after ODI domination. Pathum Nissanka is tipped to remain their most dangerous batter, with back-to-back big ODI scores. Theekshana’s bowling returns are also expected to improve, making him a threat after a wicketless ODI series.
SL Probable Playing XI-
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara.
Top Player to bat on- Pathum Nissanka & Charith Asalanka.
ZIM vs SL Weather & Pitch Report
Harare Sports Club provides an even contest, with early support for pacers and progressive help for spinners. Settled batters will find runs but bowlers, both quicks and spinners, can be effective at different stages.
Weather is expected to be pleasant and suitable for cricket, with no rain expected during game time.
ZIM vs SL Fantasy Teams
*Fantasy 11 suggestions are only for users from outside India, in line with the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025.
- Wicket-keeper- Kusal Mendis, Craig Ervine
- Batter- Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Brian Bennett
- All-rounder- Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka, Sikandar Raza
- Bowler- Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Blessing Muzarabani.
Pro Tip- Always check your fantasy team after the playing elevens are announced, about half an hour before the match.
Disclaimer- These predictions are based on research and analysis of past matches and player performances. This article is for entertainment purposes only and not for any form of illegal activity or action violating Indian law.
