Zimbabwe will go up against Sri Lanka in the 2nd ODI of the Sri Lanka Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 at the Harare Sports Club, Harare. Both teams will be looking to take a crucial step forward in the series.
Probable Playing XIs
Zimbabwe (ZIM):-
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Brendan Taylor, Sean Williams, Wessly Madhevere, Sikandar Raza, Tony Munyonga, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu
Sri Lanka (SL):-
Pathum Nissanka, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka
Head-to-Head Stats
Out of their last five ODI encounters, Sri Lanka have won 6, while Zimbabwe managed 1 victory.
Pitch Report
The surface at Harare Sports Club generally assists batters with good stroke play, but bowlers—especially seamers—can extract movement early in the innings. Spinners will likely come into play as the pitch slows down in the later stages.
Weather Forecast
Harare is expected to have clear skies on match day, with humidity around 55% and temperatures close to 26°C. No rain is predicted, ensuring a full 50-over contest.
Prediction
Sri Lanka appear stronger with their experienced batting lineup and quality bowling attack. Zimbabwe will need a collective team effort to challenge them, but Sri Lanka are favorites to win the 2nd ODI.
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