Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI, Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe
Finished
, August 29, 2025
Zimbabwe
ZIM
291/8 (50)
Sri Lanka
SL
298/6 (50)
SL won by 7 runs
Completed
Match Prediction
ZIM v SL
SL to win
0%
ZIM
100%
SL
Mode: Completed Result: Sri Lanka won by 7 runs Final: ZIM 291/8 (50 ov) vs SL 298/6 (50 ov)

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Today Match Prediction: Get Live Match Prediction Update on Cricket83

The 1st ODI of the Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe is set to feature a head-to-head clash between Zimbabwe (ZIM) and Sri Lanka (SL). A competitive, high-intensity encounter between the two well-matched sides is expected.

The Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka match prediction for today is being looked forward to by many fans. The ZIM vs SL game has been scheduled for Friday, August 29, 7:30 AM UTC at Harare Sports Club, Harare, Zimbabwe.

MatchZimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI
TournamentSri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe
Date & TimeFriday, August 29, 7:30 AM UTC
VenueHarare Sports Club, Harare, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Live Prediction: Get Pitch Report & Weather Updates

The pitch at Harare Sports Club for ODI matches offers a balanced contest. The first-innings average score is 234, meaning both batters and bowlers get opportunities. However, the second innings sees a decline in scoring, with an average of 199. Chasing becomes more difficult as the pitch slows down.

Current weather is scattered clouds. With clear skies and minimal cloud cover, batting conditions are expected to be favorable, especially in the powerplay. Strong winds at 10.47 m/s could make aerial shots risky and difficult to control for batters.

CategoryDetails
Pitch ConditionFlat Track Pitch
Batting ConditionAverage
Pace Bowling ConditionPace & Bounce
Spin Bowling ConditionAverage

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Live Prediction: Both Teams Recent Form

Zimbabwe Avg: 271.6

  • ZIM vs SL (Sri Lanka won by 5 wickets)
    Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe | 31 Aug 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 277/7 (50 ov) | SL 278/5 (49.3 ov)
    L
  • ZIM vs SL (Sri Lanka won by 7 runs)
    Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe | 29 Aug 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 291/8 (50 ov) | SL 298/6 (50 ov)
    L
  • ZIM vs IRE (Zimbabwe won by 9 wickets)
    Ireland tour of Zimbabwe | 18 Feb 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 246/1 (39.3 ov) | IRE 240/6 (50 ov)
    W
  • ZIM vs IRE (Ireland won by 6 wickets)
    Ireland tour of Zimbabwe | 16 Feb 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 245/10 (49 ov) | IRE 249/4 (48.4 ov)
    L
  • ZIM vs IRE (Zimbabwe won by 49 runs.)
    Ireland tour of Zimbabwe | 14 Feb 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 299/5 (50 ov) | IRE 250/10 (46 ov)
    W

Sri Lanka Avg: 267.4

  • ZIM vs SL (Sri Lanka won by 5 wickets)
    Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe | 31 Aug 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 277/7 (50 ov) | SL 278/5 (49.3 ov)
    W
  • ZIM vs SL (Sri Lanka won by 7 runs)
    Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe | 29 Aug 2025 07:30 AM
    ZIM 291/8 (50 ov) | SL 298/6 (50 ov)
    W
  • SL vs BAN (Sri Lanka won by 99 runs)
    Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka | 08 Jul 2025 09:00 AM
    SL 285/7 (50 ov) | BAN 186/10 (39.4 ov)
    W
  • SL vs BAN (Bangladesh won by 16 runs)
    Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka | 05 Jul 2025 09:00 AM
    SL 232/10 (48.5 ov) | BAN 248/10 (45.5 ov)
    L
  • SL vs BAN (Sri Lanka won by 77 runs)
    Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka | 02 Jul 2025 09:00 AM
    SL 244/10 (49.2 ov) | BAN 167/10 (35.5 ov)
    W

Zimbabwe cricket team recent form has been marked by 40% wins, with an average batting score of 271.6. If Zimbabwe are sent in to bat first, a competitive par score is considered to be around 249, and anything beyond that is expected to make the chase difficult for Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka cricket team recent form has been defined by 80% wins, with an average score of 267.4. If Sri Lanka are to bat first, a target of 278 or more is regarded as necessary to gain an advantage against Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head Stats (Last 2 yr)

Total Matches5 (Drawn: 0, Cancelled: 0)
Zimbabwe Wins1 20%
Sri Lanka Wins4 80%
Zimbabwe High / Low291 / 84
Sri Lanka High / Low298 / 80

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka — Key Players (Last 5 Matches)

Zimbabwe — Key Players

Top Batters
  • Ben Curran
    Form Score: 322.7
    242 runs (agg) · SR 53.2
  • Sikandar Raza
    Form Score: 245.2
    172 runs (agg) · SR 69.9
  • Brian Bennett
    Form Score: 205.1
    139 runs (agg) · SR 46.5
Top Bowlers
  • Richard Ngarava
    Form Score: 111.7
    7 wkts (agg) · Econ 3.67
  • Trevor Gwandu
    Form Score: 45.1
    3 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.77
  • Blessing Muzarabani
    Form Score: 41.4
    4 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.05

Sri Lanka — Key Players

Top Batters
  • Pathum Nissanka
    Form Score: 292.7
    214 runs (agg) · SR 49.3
  • Kusal Mendis
    Form Score: 261
    173 runs (agg) · SR 63.7
  • Charith Asalanka
    Form Score: 239.2
    162 runs (agg) · SR 57.3
Top Bowlers
  • Asitha Fernando
    Form Score: 153.1
    9 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.03
  • Wanindu Hasaranga
    Form Score: 93.8
    5 wkts (agg) · Econ 2.23
  • Dushmantha Chameera
    Form Score: 85.5
    6 wkts (agg) · Econ 4.16
Match Details
Date
2025-08-29 13:00 PM
Venue
Harare Sports Club, Harare
Toss
Zimbabwe elected to bowl
Umpires
  • Langton Rusere
  • Richard Kettleborough
Tv Umpires
  • Forster Mutizwa
Match Referee
  • Jeff Crowe