Cricket Prediction | ZIM vs SA | Zimbabwe Twenty20 Tri-Series 2025 | 4th Match | July 20 – Who Wins the Powerplay Battle?

ZIM vs SA Match Analysis

The 4th Match of the Zimbabwe T20 Tri-Series 2025 will be played at Harare on July 20, 2025. This encounter promises to be a competitive clash between the host nation, Zimbabwe, and a strong South African side, both eager to gain momentum in the tournament.

With a squad featuring both seasoned pros and eager young players, Zimbabwe looks confident on home ground. The team has struggled to find consistency but remains dangerous with key players like Sikandar Raza leading from the front.

Van der Dussen’s South Africa brings together a harmonious blend of emerging talent and veteran players. Their batting lineup boasts explosive hitters and technically sound players, while their bowling attack is versatile enough to adapt to different conditions.

Zimbabwe vs South Africa Team Preview & Squads

Zimbabwe

Sikandar Raza is an experienced all-rounder and the driving force behind Zimbabwe’s batting and bowling strategies. His leadership is instrumental in guiding the team’s young talent and setting a competitive tone.

ZIM batting lineup features a combination of aggressive stroke makers and steady accumulators. Wessly Madhevere and Tony Munyonga provide crucial middle-order stability, while the wicketkeeper Clive Madande adds depth with his ability to anchor innings.

The pace bowlers Muzarabani and Ngarava bring energy and bounce to Zimbabwe’s attack, well supported by Masakadza’s left-arm spin. Zimbabwe’s bowling attack has potential but needs to maintain discipline and execution to contain strong batting sides.

In their recent game against New Zealand on July 18, 2025, ZIM posted a modest total of 120/7 batting first at Harare. New Zealand cruised to an easy win as the bowlers failed to apply pressure, finishing with eight wickets and 37 balls to spare.

Zimbabwe Squads

Zimbabwe Squads

Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande (wk), Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Tafadzwa Tsiga.

South Africa

SA relies on van der Dussen’s poised leadership and tactical savvy at the crease. Van der Dussen’s consistency in the middle order provides the team with much-needed experience and steadiness.

South Africa’s batting lineup is robust with aggressive talents like Dewald Brevis and dynamic hitters such as Reeza Hendricks. The presence of young players like Rubin Hermann alongside seasoned campaigners gives depth and flexibility.

The bowling unit is well-rounded with pacers like Gerald Coetzee and Lungi Ngidi providing pace and bounce, while spinners Senuran Muthusamy and George Linde offer variety and control.

South Africa’s last outing was against New Zealand on July 16, 2025, where they struggled to chase a target of 174. Despite some good resistance, they fell short by 21 runs, finishing at 152. This loss has exposed areas needing improvement, especially in the death overs, which they will aim to fix against Zimbabwe.

South Africa Squads

South Africa Squads

Rassie van der Dussen (c), Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Gerald Coetzee, Reeza Hendricks, Rubin Hermann, George Linde, Kwena Maphaka, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Nqabayomzi Peter, Lhuan-dre Pretorius (wk), Andile Simelane.

ZIM vs SA Outfield Report

Harare Sports Club

The Harare pitch is traditionally slow and low, assisting spinners but also allowing batsmen who can rotate the strike to build innings. While the initial phase demands careful batting, the pitch typically becomes more batter-friendly, encouraging strokes in the middle overs. Batsmen can expect the speedy outfield to favor boundary-hitting.

The weather in Harare on the match day is expected to be mostly clear with temperatures around 22 to 25 degrees Celsius. Humidity will be moderate, and there is a minimal chance of rain interruptions, promising good conditions for a full game.

Historically, teams batting first at Harare have posted totals ranging from a low of around 120 to highs exceeding 180 in T20 matches. Chasing sides have found it challenging to score freely early on but have often managed successful chases when wickets are preserved in the powerplay overs.

Zimbabwe vs South Africa Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five T20 encounters, South Africa have dominated the head-to-head with four wins to Zimbabwe’s one. South Africa’s superior batting and bowling balance has often made the difference in these contests.

ZIM vs SA Prediction

According to cricket analysts South Africa have a 54% chance of Winning.