Zimbabwe will go up against Sri Lanka in the 1st T20I of the Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe 2025 at the Harare Sports Club, Harare, on Wednesday, 3 September 2025, from 5:00 PM (IST). Both teams will be eager to start the series with a victory and build early momentum.
Probable Playing XIs
Zimbabwe (ZIM): –
Clive Madande (wk), Tafadzwa Tsiga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Wesley Madhevere, Brian Bennett, Tony Munyonga, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
Sri Lanka (SL): –
Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Chamika Karunaratne, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana
Head-to-Head Stats
Out of their last five T20I encounters, Sri Lanka have won 2, while Zimbabwe managed 1 victory.
Pitch Report
The Harare Sports Club pitch generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Pacers can find movement early on with the new ball, while spinners get assistance as the match progresses. Batting becomes easier once players settle in, but chasing under lights can be tricky.
Weather Forecast
Harare is expected to be partly cloudy with humidity around 55–60% and temperatures close to 23°C. There is a minimal chance of rain, so a full game is likely.
Prediction
Sri Lanka’s experienced top order and versatile bowling attack make them the favorites heading into this clash. Zimbabwe will rely on home advantage and early breakthroughs to challenge, but based on current form, Sri Lanka are more likely to secure victory in the 1st T20I.
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