Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, 3rd Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series, 2025

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18 July 2025 | 06:22AM
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The action continues in the Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025 as ZIM vs NZ Live Score gears up for a gripping 3rd match between the hosts Zimbabwe and a strong New Zealand outfit. Zimbabwe, playing on familiar turf, will look to make a statement with both bat and ball. Their squad includes a mix of young, energetic players and experienced all-rounders who are crucial in controlling the middle overs. Having already faced high-quality opposition in the series, the hosts will aim to capitalize on home conditions and crowd support.


New Zealand, meanwhile, brings depth, power, and international experience into this clash. Their top order is aggressive and consistent, while their all-rounders and pace attack provide balance across all departments. With strong performances already registered in the tri-series, the Kiwis look confident and composed. However, they’ll need to remain cautious, as Zimbabwe has the ability to upset top-tier teams—especially in T20 formats. As both sides look to strengthen their grip on the points table, ZIM vs NZ is shaping up to be an exciting battle of strategy, nerves, and execution.

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, 3rd Match Details

Series

Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series, 2025

Match

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand

Date & Time

18 July 2025, 04:30 PM

Venue

Harare Sports Club

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Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, 3rd Match Weather Condition

06:15 am

Cloud

2%

Humidity

54%

Wind

6.5 km/h

9.6

o

Clear

Harare Sports Club

Harare Sports Club Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The Harare Sports Club offers a surface that typically favors batters early on, with even bounce and limited lateral movement. During the powerplay, runs flow freely, especially for teams that apply aggressive intent. Seamers might find some assistance in the first few overs, particularly under dry and sunny conditions. As the match progresses, the pitch tends to slow down and brings spinners and slower deliveries into play. Dew is rarely a factor here, so teams may prefer to bat first and post a challenging total. A par score at Harare lies around 160–170, with totals above 175 often proving difficult to chase.

Zimbabwe Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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New Zealand Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

154

X

139

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

234-2 by IND vs ZIM

X

90-9 by AFG vs ZIM

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

194-5 by BAN vs ZIM

X

118-9 by PAK vs ZIM

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

29

50%
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50%
Bowling First

29

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, 3rd Match Squad

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Zimbabwe Probable XI :

Brian Bennett, Tashinga Musekiwa, Dion Myers, Tony Munyonga, Clive Madande, Sikandar Raza, Wesley Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani

New Zealand Probable XI :

Tim Robinson, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Devon Conway, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi

Conclusion

As the third match of the tri-series unfolds, both Zimbabwe and New Zealand have plenty at stake. Zimbabwe will hope their home-grown talent and all-rounders step up to challenge the Blackcaps, while New Zealand will look to maintain momentum with another clinical performance. The outcome may well hinge on which side executes better in key moments—especially during the death overs and powerplays. Fielding standards, tactical bowling changes, and captaincy decisions will play a big role in what promises to be a closely fought game. The ZIM vs NZ Live Score will not only track runs and wickets but also the intensity of a contest that could swing either way.