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Zimbabwe will take on Bangladesh in the second ODI of the three-match ODI series at the Harare Sports Club, Harare, on Thursday, July 9. Zimbabwe lead the three-match ODI series 1-0 after winning the first T20I by 25 runs and will look to strengthen their advantage.
On the other hand, India needs a win to level the ODI series and keep their hopes alive. Zimbabwe will enter the match with massive confidence after defending 141 runs in Harare. Amid this, Nahid Rana surpasses Mitchell Starc with a historic ODI bowling feat.
Captain Richard Ngarava and Brad Evans scalped three wickets each while Blessing Muzarabani and Newman Nyamhuri shared four wickets between them in the first ODI on July 6.
Nyamhuri also stunned with the bat, scoring 33 runs, while Ngarava made 27 runs during their disappointing batting performance against Bangladesh. Bangladesh will be disappointed after letting a great chance to win the first ODI slip away.
Despite restricting the hosts to 141 thanks to Nahid Rana’s six-wicket haul, the visitors failed to chase the target as their batters struggled badly. Nurul Hasan was the top scorer with 31 runs against Zimbabwe in the first ODI.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Match Details
Match: Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI
Tournament: Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe, 2026
Date: Thursday, July 9
Time: 9:15 AM LOCAL (12:45 PM IST)
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Live Streaming: Tapmad and Fancode
Live Telecast: T Sports, Nagorik TV and Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC)
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Free Live Streaming & Telecast Details
The three-match ODI series between the Zimbabwe National Cricket Team and the Bangladesh National Cricket Team will be broadcast live in Zimbabwe on the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC).
In Bangladesh, fans can watch the matches live on T Sports and Nagorik TV, while live streaming will be available on Tapmad. On the other hand, the Indian cricket fans can watch all the action live through FanCode, which holds the exclusive streaming rights.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Playing XI [Predicted]
Zimbabwe Playing XI:
Innocent Kaia, Ben Curran, Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande (WK), Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava (C), Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri.
Bangladesh Playing XI:
Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Soumya Sarkar, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Nurul Hasan (WK), Mosaddek Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Rishad Hossain, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Head-to-Head Record
Bangladesh dominates the head-to-head record against Zimbabwe in ODI cricket. Bangladesh won 47 matches, while Zimbabwe managed to win only 29 matches in ODI cricket.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Key Battles to Watch
Tanzid Hasan Tamim vs Blessing Muzarabani
Tanzid Hasan will look to attack from the start, but Blessing Muzarabani's deadly pace and extra bounce can turn the game in Zimbabwe's favour. If Tanzid survives Muzarabani’s early attack, Bangladesh could take control of the match.
Sikandar Raza vs Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Sikandar Raza can completely change the match with his explosive batting, but Mehidy Hasan Miraz has the skills to trouble him with clever spin. This battle will be interesting to watch out for the fans.
Craig Ervine vs Mustafizur Rahman
Craig Ervine will be a key batter for Zimbabwe, and Mustafizur Rahman's deadly cutters and slower balls can really make things tough for him. If Mustafizur strikes early, Zimbabwe could be in massive trouble.
Towhid Hridoy vs Richard Ngarava
Towhid Hridoy loves smashing runs at the death overs, but Richard Ngarava's sharp left-arm pace can stop his fireworks. This battle could completely change the outcome of the game.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Players to Watch
Zimbabwe:
Brian Bennett – The young batter has been in excellent form, and he can play a big knock in the second ODI, and Zimbabwe will expect him to lead the way as they aim to secure the series.
Blessing Muzarabani – The tall fast bowler is Zimbabwe's biggest bowling weapon, and if he steps up, Blessing could seal the ODI series for his team.
Bangladesh:
Tanzid Hasan – He is an aggressive top-order batter, and he knows how to build his innings in the ODIs. If he gets a good start, Zimbabwe bowlers could struggle to trouble him.
Nahid Rana – He has impressed everyone with his pace and accuracy. If Rana carries his form from the first ODI, he can force another Zimbabwe collapse.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Pitch Report
The pitch at Harare Sports Club is expected to produce exciting battle between bat and ball in the second ODI between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh. A brand-new, freshly rolled surface has been prepared, and it is likely to offer plenty of help to the fast bowlers in the opening overs before becoming better for batting later in the match.
A healthy layer of grass on the wicket will provide extra bounce, good carry, and seam movement with the new ball. Since the match starts at 9:30 AM local time, the cool weather and early morning moisture are expected to make batting tough during the powerplay.
The first 10 overs will be crucial, and batters will need to have some patience before attacking. The pitch is also expected to assist spinners as the game progresses. The square boundaries stretch up to 75 metres, while the straight boundary is only 68 metres, making straight hits a better option.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Weather Report
The weather in Harare is expected to remain clear throughout the match day on July 8. There will be bright sunshine for most of the day with the temperature likely to be between 8°C and 22°C. The humidity is expected to be around 40–50%. Light westerly winds are expected, and there is no chance of rain, making weather perfect for both fans and players.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Venue Stats
After a low-scoring opening match, Harare is once again expected to provide a balanced contest. A total of 208 ODIs have been played at this venue, with teams batting first winning 93 matches and teams chasing winning 112.
The average first-innings score is 213, while the average second-innings score is 196. The highest ODI total at the venue is 408/6 by Zimbabwe against the USA, while the lowest is 35 all out against Sri Lanka. Zimbabwe's lowest total against Bangladesh is 121, while Bangladesh's lowest is 116 in the first ODI of the ongoing three-match series.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Toss Prediction
Since teams chasing have won 112 of the 208 ODIs played at this venue, the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first and use the early moisture before the pitch dries under the sun.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Score Prediction
The fresh wicket at Harare Sports Club is expected to help fast bowlers in the power play because of the early morning conditions. As the match goes on, batting should become easier.
After the low-scoring first ODI in Harare, both teams are likely to play more carefully, and any total above 230 runs could be a match-winning score in the second ODI.
Zimbabwe batting first: 220–240 runs
Bangladesh batting first: 230–250 runs
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Best Batter Prediction
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett/Sikandar Raza
Sikandar Raza is Zimbabwe's key all-rounder who can rescue the team after early wickets and also trouble Bangladesh with his off-spin in the middle overs.
On the other hand, Brian Bennett is an aggressive young opener who will look to score some quick runs in the powerplay and can also contribute with useful off-spin.
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan/Towhid Hridoy
Tanzid Hasan is an attacking opener and he will aim to attack in the powerplay, but he must be careful against the moving ball early on. On the other hand, Towhid Hridoy is Bangladesh's reliable middle-order batter and his smart batting against both pace and spin hold the key.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Best Bowler Prediction
Zimbabwe: Blessing Muzarabani/Richard Ngarava
Blessing Muzarabani is expected to be Zimbabwe's biggest bowling threat because the Harare pitch offers extra bounce and movement in the early morning. Richard Ngarava has been leading Zimbabwe's bowling attack brilliantly with his left-arm pace and smart variations.
Bangladesh: Nahid Rana/Taskin Ahmed
Nahid Rana is in outstanding form and his express pace and extra bounce make him a huge threat, especially if Bangladesh bowl first in the morning conditions in Harare. On the other hand, Taskin Ahmed is expected to play a key role with the new ball thanks to his pace and swing.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Winning Probability
Bangladesh has a 55% chance of winning the second ODI despite Zimbabwe leading the three-match ODI series 1-0. The visitors are expected to bounce back because of their experienced batting line-up involving Najmul Hossain Shanto, Soumya Sarkar, and Towhid Hridoy.
Bangladesh also have a dangerous pace attack led by Nahid Rana, who took 6/21 in the first ODI, and Mustafizur Rahman, giving them a strong chance to level the series against Zimbabwe in Harare.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd ODI Match Prediction: Who Will Win the 2nd ODI?
Bangladesh are favourites to beat Zimbabwe and level the series 1-1 despite trailing 0-1. Their experienced batting, deadly pace attack, and must-win motivation give them the edge.
However, Zimbabwe's home advantage and pace duo Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani could make it another close match in Harare on Thursday.
