ZIM vs SL Match Analysis
Supporters are in for a treat when Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka clash in the second T20I at Harare Sports Club on September 6, 2025. The match will start in the evening, around 6:30 PM local time, under lights, making it an exciting contest for fans who enjoy high-paced cricket action.
Zimbabwe has shown glimpses of competitive cricket in the opening T20I but fell short in a close finish. Their young batting lineup has potential but struggles under pressure against quality bowling attacks.
Sri Lanka enters this match with confidence following a narrow victory in the first T20I. The combination of emerging stars and experienced campaigners, guided by Asalanka and Shanaka, fortifies the squad in both batting and bowling.
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Team Preview & Squads
Zimbabwe
Sikandar Raza leads ZIM with a calm yet aggressive approach, often anchoring the batting innings while motivating the bowling attack. His all-round abilities provide flexibility in both the batting and bowling departments.
Zimbabwe’s batting lineup revolves around experienced campaigners and promising youngsters. Raza and Sean Williams provide the backbone, while players like Ryan Burl and Tony Munyonga offer the ability to accelerate in the middle overs.
ZIM bowling unit offers a combination of pace and spin options. Wellington Masakadza and Blessing Muzarabani lead the pace attack, while Brad Evans and Tashinga Musekiwa offer variations in the middle overs. Their effectiveness will depend on executing plans against Sri Lanka’s aggressive batting.
The first T20I at Harare was a reasonable start to the series, with Zimbabwe batting first and reaching 175/7, a very decent target. Sri Lanka crossed the finish line at 177/6 in 19.1 overs, defeating the target of 176 by four wickets with five balls still in hand. This was yet another failure by restricting runs in the final overs will be Zimbabwe’s key strategy against Sri Lanka’s deep batting lineup.
Zimbabwe Squads
Zimbabwe
Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Brad Evans, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Brendan Taylor, Sean Williams
Sri Lanka
Charith Asalanka leads SL with a tactical approach, balancing aggression with calculated risk. His batting in the top order sets the tempo for the innings. Asalanka’s ability to inspire young talents like Kamil Mishara and Dushan Hemantha adds depth to Sri Lanka’s strategy.
Sri Lanka’s batting lineup is a mix of consistency and power hitters. Players like Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera provide solidity at the top, while Chamika Karunaratne and Dasun Shanaka can accelerate the scoring in the middle overs.
The SL bowling attack is well-balanced with pace and spin options. Dushmantha Chameera and Matheesha Pathirana spearhead the pace attack, while Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage provide variety in spin.
Disciplined performances with both bat and ball saw Sri Lanka scrape home in the first T20I, reaching 176/9 in 19.1 overs to win by one wicket. The team displayed fortitude in the middle overs and then finished well at the back end. Sri Lanka will look to continue their momentum in the second T20I in Harare.
Sri Lanka Squads
Sri Lanka
Charith Asalanka (c), Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwanidu Fernando, Vishen Halambage, Dushan Hemantha, Chamika Karunaratne, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Kusal Perera, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Dunith Wellalage
Match Details | ||
Match | Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka | 2nd T20I | Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe 2025 | |
Date | 06/09/2025 (Saturday) | |
Time | 05:30 PM (BDT) / 04:30 PM GMT / 05:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Harare Sports Club | |
Recent performance | Zimbabwe – L L L L L | Sri Lanka – W W L L W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
ZIM vs SL Outfield Report
The Harare Sports Club pitch generally favors batters but provides some assistance to spinners in the middle overs. The surface is true and consistent, allowing stroke play, but bowlers can exploit any uneven bounce early in the innings. Dew in the evening might slightly aid batsmen chasing under lights.
Fans can look forward to clear skies and an evening temperature near 22°C. Moderate humidity levels will not affect play significantly. Light wind conditions are expected, which will slightly assist swing bowlers in the early overs.
Historically, teams batting first at Harare score between 160-180 runs comfortably, while chasing sides have managed 175-190. The lowest total defended successfully was around 145, and the highest recorded T20 score at the venue is 205. Batsmen often find easier stroke-making after the powerplay, making 170+ a competitive score.
Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In the last five T20Is between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka has dominated with four wins, while Zimbabwe managed a single victory. The teams have generally played closely contested matches, but Sri Lanka’s consistency has been the key factor.
ZIM vs SL Prediction
Event | Zimbabwe | Sri Lanka |
Toss Winner | – | Sri Lanka |
Player of the Match | – | Pathum Nissanka |
Top Run Scorer | Brian Bennett | Pathum Nissanka |
Top Wicket Taker | Richard Ngarava | Dushmantha Chameera |
Most Sixes | Brian Bennett | Pathum Nissanka |
Predicted Score | 170+ | 180+ |
Win Probability | 46% | 56% |
According to cricket analysts Sri Lanka have a 56% chance of Winning.
