Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs India National Cricket Team Match Scorecard

Zimbabwe and India’s battles on the cricket pitch have long been thrilling contests, even though India typically fares better in head-to-head records. Both sides have produced unforgettable moments and intense contests between themselves that make for thrilling viewing.
Zimbabwe won their maiden Twenty20 International match-up in spectacular fashion. MS Dhoni kept his cool under pressure to lead India to victory with just the final ball remaining.
For fans who want detailed updates, the zimbabwe national cricket team vs india national cricket team match scorecard provides every run, wicket, and key highlight from these classic encounters.
Match No. | Date | Venue | Zimbabwe Score | India Score | Result |
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1st T20I | Jul 6, 2024 | Harare Sports Club | 115/9 (20 ov) | 102 (19.5 ov) | Zimbabwe won by 13 runs (Match Scorecard, Wisden) |
2nd T20I | Jul 7, 2024 | Harare Sports Club | 134/10 (18.4 ov) | 234/2 (20 ov) | India won by 100 runs (Match Scorecard, myKhel) |
3rd T20I | Jul 10, 2024 | Harare Sports Club | 159/6 (20 ov) | 182/4 (20 ov) | India won by 23 runs (Match Scorecard, Wisden) |
4th T20I | Jul 13, 2024 | Harare Sports Club | 152/7 (20 ov) | 156/0 (15.2 ov) | India won by 10 wickets (Match Scorecard, ESPN Cricinfo) |
5th T20I | Jul 14, 2024 | Harare Sports Club | 125/10 (18.3 ov) | 167/6 (20 ov) | India won by 42 runs (Match Scorecard, Wisden) |
T20I
Zimbabwe cricket team has long been an intense rival of India national cricket team. Their fierce and entertaining rivalry makes for entertaining viewing for audiences, as both sets of players strive to outshone each other. There have been countless ODI, T20I and Test matches between these two sides that have thrilled audiences and caused them to cheer for their respective sides.
1st T20I match: India will face Zimbabwe led by Sikandar Raza on July 6 in Harare for their inaugural Twenty20 International (T20I) game of this five match series, in a must-win encounter that offers both teams an opportunity to demonstrate their talents on a global stage.
Shubman Gill (India), captain of the Indian cricket team, commented that it seems to be a good pitch and doesn’t anticipate many changes throughout the match. Additionally, he wanted to know what they were chasing as it’s essential that they understand where their score stands on the scoreboard. Furthermore, Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel will all make their T20I debuts for India during this match.
On August 5 at 4.30 pm IST, India and Zimbabwe will face each other again in the second T20I at Johannesburg’s Wanderers Stadium, starting with India looking to improve upon its performance from their initial encounter in order to put up an impressive show in front of their respective home crowds.
India are looking to continue their winning streak in T20Is this year and remain undefeated so far in this format. They have won all their T20I matches so far and sit atop of rankings in this format; however, Zimbabwe are giving India an uphill struggle during this matchup.
Third T20I: Zimbabwe and India will host their third and final T20I of this series at Harare Sports Club on September 8. Both teams are anticipated to play some high-scoring matches during this matchup; similar to their first T20I matchup which ended up as a draw.
On October 18 at Harare Sports Club in Harare, India and Zimbabwe will battle it out in their fourth T20I since Zimbabwe returned to international cricket in 1992 – last time out India won by three wickets!
Zimbabwe boasts an array of young, talented players eager to defeat India. The match promises to be exciting to watch; both teams are getting prepared.
ODI
An One Day International (ODI) cricket match involves two teams of 11 players each, played over 50 overs or until all players on both sides have been dismissed from play. The first team to reach 50 runs wins the match and receives one point for their victory. These matches tend to be shorter and less intense than traditional forms of cricket but remain highly popular.
India will return to Zimbabwe for their inaugural ODI series since 2016. Recognizing the workloads of their senior players, selectors have sent a second-string squad led by Shubman Gill as captain – including Abhishek Sharma and Riyan Parag – as part of this tour.
Zimbabwe and India’s rivalry in T20I cricket is unparalleled. Over 13 T20I matches between them, India has won 10 and drawn three, dominating on head-to-head records in every one.
India will look to build on their impressive showing at the ICC T20 World Cup Super League during their three-match series against Zimbabwe, currently sitting atop of the table and hoping to extend their win streak further in this three-game contest.
Both teams can use this series as an opportunity to make a statement and demonstrate they can compete at a higher level.
India and Zimbabwe’s One Day International series is sure to deliver some thrilling cricket action, so make sure you tune in! Both teams are known for producing top-tier cricket, so their match promises to be thrilling and worth watching for any cricket fans out there! Don’t miss it; watch all three matches now!
The first One Day International between Zimbabwe and South Africa will take place at Queens Park Oval in Harare on November 24, 2022; followed by another game on November 26 at Harare, and finally concluding at Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on November 29, 2022. Zimbabwe and India will play four T20Is as part of this series as well.
Both teams will look to win this crucial contest to boost their World Cup qualifying chances; Zimbabwe are desperate for success here as this may be their only chance at making 2023 Cricket World Cup qualification.
Test
Once they’ve won their inaugural Test series against Zimbabwe, India are looking to extend their success into the T20I format of bilateral tour. Beginning on July 6 at Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe they will play five T20I matches under VVS Laxman as interim coach; Rahul Dravid had recently stepped down. New additions from IPL 2024 led by Shubman Gill have strengthened India’s side even more than before.
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah all retiring from T20I cricket has resulted in India turning to younger players for this series against Zimbabwe.
Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Abhishek Sharma Sanju Samson Rinku Singh Dhruv Jurel are expected to feature while Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag Avesh Khan Mukesh Kumar Khaleel Ahmed and Tushar Deshpande may make their T20I debuts respectively.
India and Zimbabwe have already played two T20Is each, both won by India by 6-wicket margins in Bulawayo at Queens Park Oval. On September 9, they’ll meet up again at this same location and play again in an T20I.
Zimbabwe cricket team is led by Sikandar Raza, who will look to maintain his form against India as he has scored over 200 runs in each of his last three T20Is. Alongside him in batting will be Brian Bennett, Johnathan Campbell, Tendai Chatara, Innocent Kaia and Luke Jongwe; Ryan Burl and Blessing Muzarabani will lead bowling duties while Antum Naqvi, Wessly Madhevere and Brandon Mavuta can also contribute.
The series will start off on Wednesday, July 6, at 5:00 pm local time in India and broadcasted by Sony Ten 3 HD and DD Sports; additionally Sony SIX HD will broadcast Tamil/Telugu matches with English commentary.
Sony LIV will also offer live streams of the matches; fans in the United States can tune into them via NBC Sports or Fox Sports (see live streaming link below), while Hotstar in Britain, Ireland, and Africa offers free viewing online or mobile device; alternatively you could check out ICC T20I App to keep up-to-date on events if no cable/satellite provider exists – or just follow along via Twitter hashtag #ZIMvIND to stay in the action!