ZIM vs IND Match Prediction : 2nd T20, India tour of Zimbabwe, 2026
ZIM vs IND Win Probability
13%
Zimbabwe
87%
India
India To Win, 1.05
India is rattled after a strong of T20 losses and is playing a very strong team against Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is dangerous but its batting looks short on quality
India's fast bowling is fantastic right now and the overall balance of the playing eleven looks better with Rinku Singh in it
ZIM vs IND Betting Tips
Blessing Muzarabani to pick up over 1.5 wickets
Blessing Muzarabani has been Zimbabwe’s standout bowler in recent months, taking at least two wickets in seven of his last 11 T20 appearances. Given his excellent form and ability to strike with the new ball, we are backing him to deliver another impactful spell.
Shreyas Iyer to score over 23.5 runs
Shreyas Iyer has been in outstanding touch, scoring at least 24 runs in five of his last six innings, including two half-centuries. His consistency in the middle order makes him a strong pick to play another important knock.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Zimbabwe
India
Having taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series, India will look to seal the series when they take on Zimbabwe in the second match this weekend. The two teams will meet on Saturday at the Harare Sports Club.
Zimbabwe vs India Head-to-Head Record
India has dominated this fixture in recent years, winning nine of the last ten T20Is against Zimbabwe, while the hosts have managed just one victory.
Zimbabwe vs India Live-streaming and Broadcast
The match will be broadcast and streamed across multiple regions as follows:
- India: Unite8 Sports, FanCode
- Zimbabwe: ZTN Prime, ZBC TV, ZTN+
- Bangladesh: T Sports, Toffee
- Pakistan: Ten Sports, Tamasha, Tapmad
- UAE: CricLife, STARZPLAY
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Go, NOW
- USA: Willow TV, Willow TV App, Sling TV
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
ZIM vs IND Team Previews
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe will be disappointed with their performance in the opening T20I. Although they entered the series as underdogs, they would have expected to put up a stronger fight. With the series now on the line, the hosts will be determined to bounce back and force a decider.
The biggest concern for Zimbabwe was the performance of their top order, which failed to provide a solid foundation. Brian Bennett remains one of their most experienced batters and will be crucial during the Powerplay. He will need better support from fellow opener Ben Curran. The middle order features dependable players such as Tadiwanashe Marumani and Dion Myers, while experienced all-rounders Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, and Brad Evans provide valuable depth. Wessly Madhevere looked the most comfortable with the bat in the previous match and will once again be an important player.
With the ball, Zimbabwe will once again rely on the experienced new-ball pairing of Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, with Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri providing additional pace options. Sikandar Raza will be expected to shoulder the spin-bowling responsibilities through the middle overs.
Zimbabwe Expected Playing 11
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (C), Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani (WK), Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava
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India
The Indian camp will be relieved after ending a seven-match winless run with an impressive victory in the series opener. Having gained an early advantage, they will now be eager to wrap up the series with another strong performance.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show in the opening match with a fluent half-century and will once again partner Abhishek Sharma at the top of the order. The pair will aim to provide another aggressive start. India's middle order remains one of their biggest strengths, featuring the experienced quartet of Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, and Rinku Singh. Shivam Dube is expected to continue as the team's primary all-rounder, adding balance with both bat and ball.
Although India are without several frontline bowlers, the pace trio of Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, and Ashok Sharma impressed in the first match and are expected to retain their places. Ravi Bishnoi remains the lone specialist spinner and will once again play a key role during the middle overs.
India Expected Playing 11
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer (C), Ishan Kishan (WK), Rinku Singh, Shivam Dube, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Ashok Sharma, Tilak Varma
ZIM vs IND Toss Prediction
The team winning the toss will likely opt to bowl first.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Harare surface is expected to be hard and true, offering good pace and bounce throughout the match. Batters should enjoy the conditions once they get set, although the new ball is likely to offer movement through both the air and off the seam. As the match progresses, the spinners could also find some assistance by targeting the cracks on the surface.
A first-innings total of around 165-170 should be competitive. The weather is forecast to remain clear, with plenty of sunshine and pleasant temperatures.
ZIM vs IND: Who Will Win?
We are backing India to win this match. They were clinical with both bat and ball in the opening fixture and looked a class above their opponents. While Zimbabwe are capable of producing a much-improved performance at home, India's superior batting depth and greater overall quality should help them secure another victory and clinch the series.
Bet on India to win.
ZIM vs IND win percentage stands at 86% in favor of IND.
