The stage is perfectly set for the second and last odi of the Sri Lanka Tour of Zimbabwe 2025Such as Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka Hoorns again on Sunday (August 31) in the Harare Sports Club Sloten. The series has already yielded a high drama, with the opening game a classic that passed to the last. The narrow 7-run victory of Sri Lanka means that they enter this fixture with the chance to complete the series in style.
Zimbabwe, on the other hand, will be under pressure to bounce back. Despite Sikandar Raza‘S heroic 92 In the first ODI, the hosts fell painfully shortly after Dilshan Madushanka‘s sensational last hat-trick turned the game upside down. For Zimbabwe this is now a do-or-Die-struggle not only to level the ODI series, but also to wear speed in the T20i-Been that follows. Their batting showed promising in the first game, but strong ending will be the key this time.
Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will want to build on the confidence of their opening victory. Contribute to Pathum Nissanka, Janith LiyanageAnd Kamindo errors gave their batting a solid look, while their bowlers put pressure on when it mattered the most. With a 2-0 whitewash in sight, the islanders will gladly continue their winning momentum, while the hosts fight against tooth and nail to avoid a series for their home fans.
Zim vs SL, 2nd ODI: Match details
- Date and time: August 31; 13:00 is/ 7:30 am GMT/ 9:30 am at the local
- Location: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Zim vs SL: Head-to-head record in ODIs
Matches Played: 65 | Zimbabwe won: 12 | Sri Lanka won: 50 | No result: 03
Harare Sports Club Pitch Report
The Harare Sports Club is known for offering a fair match between bat and ball, whereby the surface gradually changes in character during a one -day game. It is the kind of location where the balance of playing in an instant can swing, making every passage of the game considerable. In the early stages, a hint of moisture lingers on the wicket, where seasingers are helped with movement of the deck and a touch of variable bouncing, which often confuses the top order. Opening bowlers usually dictate the rhythm here, because rapid breakthroughs can strongly influence the course of the innings. As soon as the first movement fades, Batting becomes smoother. The ball begins to get more consistent on the bat, giving the gangers the freedom to find and accelerate their timing. This is usually the stage where the parties want to sew meaningful partnerships and increase the scores speed.
Zim vs SL, 2nd ODI: Predicted XI of both teams
Zimbabwe: Ben Curran, Brian Bennett, Brenden Taylor (WK), Sin Williams (C), Sin Williams (C), Sin Williams (C), Sin Williams (C), Sin Williams (C), Sin Williams (C), Sin Williams, Sin Williams Williams (C), Sin Williams (C), Sandazas, Rsana Raza, Richard Ships, Blessing in Fambani, Trevor
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis (World Championship), Sadeeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (C), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dushmantha Chameera, Mahesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madusaa
Also read: Fans respond when the last hat trick guides of Dilshan Madushanka Sri Lanka over an exciting victory over Zimbabwe in 1st Odi
Zim vs SL, 2nd ODI: Today’s competition prediction:
Case 1:
- Zimbabwe first wins the Gooi and Bats
- Zim PowerPlay Score: 70-80
- Zim Total Score: 250-260
Case 2:
- Sri Lanka first wins the Gooi and Bats
- SL PowerPlay score: 80-90
- SL Total score: 270-290
Match result: the team that first hits the game.
Also read: ZIM vs SL 2025: schedule, squadrons, broadcast and live streaming details | Sri Lanka Tour of Zimbabwe 2025
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