Zimbabwe vs New Zealand: Exciting Clash in the 3rd T20 Match
Match Details:
Match: Zimbabwe vs New Zealand( ZIM vs NZ ), 3rd T20 Match, South Africa tour of Zimbabwe, 2025
Date and Time: July 18, 11:00 am GMT / 05:00 pm BD / 01:00 pm local time
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
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Zimbabwe( ZIM ) is gearing up to take on New Zealand( NZ ) in what promises to be an exciting 3rd T20 match during the South Africa tour of Zimbabwe, 2025. The match is set to unfold at the Harare Sports Club on Friday, July 18.
Sikandar Raza, leading Zimbabwe, showcased his talent with a captain’s innings in their recent encounter against South Africa, scoring a fluent 54 off 38 balls at number 4. As the linchpin of Zimbabwe’s lineup, Raza is expected to play a crucial role against New Zealand.
Support from the middle order, particularly from Ryan Burl at number 5, will be vital for Zimbabwe. The team’s top order has been inconsistent, with two of their top three batters scoring at below-par strike rates in the last game, affecting their momentum.
Opening the innings are all-rounders Wessly Madhevere and Brian Bennett. While Madhevere brings experience, he’s not proven as an opener in terms of strike rate. Tashinga Musekiwa at number 6 adds promise, boasting an impressive career strike rate.
For Zimbabwe to post a competitive total, strong partnerships in the middle order, especially from Raza, Burl, and Clive Madende, will be crucial. The team will rely on their pace duo of Richard Ngrava and Blessing Muzarabani, known for their wicket-taking abilities. The spin attack is well-rounded with options like Wellington Masakadza, Sikandar Raza, and Ryan Burl.
New Zealand had a strong start to the Tri-Series, defeating South Africa in their opening game. Tim Robinson’s composed 75 off 57 balls stood out against a top bowling lineup. The Blackcaps are eyeing better performances from their experienced openers, Devon Conway and Tim Seifert.
Robinson at number 3 provides solidity, while Daryl Mitchell brings firepower at number 4. The middle order is bolstered by James Neesham and debutant Bevon Jacobs at 6 and 7. Matt Henry and Jacob Duffy lead the pace attack, while captain Mitchell Santner and Ish Sodhi offer a formidable spin threat.
ZIM vs NZ Possible Playing XI
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Wessly Madhevere, Clive Madande (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tony Munyonga, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu.
New Zealand: Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Hay, Bevon Jacobs, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy.
ZIM vs NZ Weather Report
Harare Sports Club, July 14, 1:00 PM: Expect hazy sunshine with a temperature around 21°C. Dry conditions and no rain expected—ideal weather for cricket.
As the Zimbabwe vs New Zealand clash looms, cricket fans are eagerly anticipating an intense battle between these two competitive teams. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling fixture!
