Sikandar Raza's Zimbabwe will face Towhid Hridoy's Bangladesh in the second T20I at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, on Friday, July 17. Zimbabwe are leading the five-match series 1-0 after a win in the opener. Bangladesh must bounce back with a stronger batting performance to avoid falling further behind.
Zimbabwe impressed in all departments in the first T20I, executing their plans with both bat and ball. Bangladesh, meanwhile, need a much better effort from their top order against the new ball. Another exciting contest is expected as the visitors fight to level the series and the hosts aim to strengthen their lead.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Match Details
Match: Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh, 2nd T20I
Tournament: Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe, 2026
Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM LOCAL (5:00 PM IST / 11:30 AM GMT)
Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
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Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Pitch & Weather Report
The pitch at Queens Sports Club is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball. A first-innings total of 155-170 should be competitive on the surface.
The weather in Bulawayo is expected to remain pleasant throughout the match. Temperatures will range between 21°C and 24°C under mostly sunny skies, with only a 10% chance of rain. Light winds could help the fast bowlers early on, and the forecast suggests a full contest.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Head-to-Head Record
Bangladesh have the better overall record in this rivalry, winning 17 of the 25 T20Is played against Zimbabwe. The hosts have won eight matches. However, Zimbabwe carry the momentum into the second T20I after their convincing 32-run victory in the series opener and will look to extend their lead to 2-0.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Playing XI
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (C), Ryan Burl, Milton Shumba, Clive Madande (WK), Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani.
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hassan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy (C), Yasir Ali Chowdhury, Nurul Hasan (WK), Mohammad Saifuddin, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Shoriful Islam.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Toss Prediction
Winning the toss could play an important role at Queens Sports Club. Teams batting first have enjoyed a better record at this venue, as the pitch tends to slow down later in the match. Both captains are likely to choose to bat first and put runs on the board.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Score Prediction
If Zimbabwe bat first: 155-170
If Bangladesh bat first: 145-160
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Key Players to Watch
Zimbabwe
Brian Bennett: Bennett, who scored 44 off 30 balls, will look to make a good knock and help the team post a big total.
Blessing Muzarabani: Muzarabani starred with 4/17 in the series opener. His pace and bounce will once again test Bangladesh's batting lineup.
Sikandar Raza: The Zimbabwe captain remains the team's most experienced all-rounder. He can make an impact with both bat and ball and will be key to Zimbabwe's chances.
Bangladesh
Yasir Ali Chowdhury: Yasir Ali was Bangladesh's top scorer with 54 off 38 balls in the first T20I. The visitors will need another important innings from him.
Nahid Rana: Nahid Rana impressed with 4/26 despite Bangladesh's defeat. His pace makes him the visitors' biggest wicket-taking threat.
Towhid Hridoy: The Bangladesh captain will need to lead from the front after the batting struggled in the opener. A big innings from Hridoy could help Bangladesh level the series.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Best Batsman Prediction
Zimbabwe:
Brian Bennett is the favorite to finish as Zimbabwe's highest run-scorer. The aggressive opener is in excellent form and has the ability to make full use of the powerplay.
Bangladesh:
Tazid Hasan Tamim is backed to score the most runs for Bangladesh. He looks the best equipped to handle Zimbabwe's pace attack.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Best Bowler Prediction
Zimbabwe:
Richard Ngarava is the leading candidate to finish as Zimbabwe's top wicket-taker. The left-arm pacer can swing the new ball and has consistently troubled Bangladesh's top order.
Bangladesh:
Nahid Rana is expected to be Bangladesh's best bowler. His pace and extra bounce make him a genuine wicket-taking threat, especially during the powerplay.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Winning Probability
Zimbabwe: 58%
Bangladesh: 42%
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Match Prediction: Expert Verdict
Zimbabwe will start the second T20I as favorites after their convincing win in the series opener. Their pace attack, led by Richard Ngarava and Blessing Muzarabani, is well suited to the conditions in Bulawayo, and they can take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
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