• Zimbabwe will take on South Africa in the opening match of the T20I Tri-Series 2025, starting July 14.

  • The opening clash will take place at the Harare Sports Club in Harare.

ZIM vs SA, T20I Tri-series 2025: Head to head record, probable playing XI for the first match
ZIM vs SA (Image Source: X)

The Zimbabwe Tri-Series 2025 is set to get underway on Monday, with hosts Zimbabwe facing South Africa at the Harare Sports Club. The series will be played over the next two weeks and features three teams—Zimbabwe, South Africa, and New Zealand.

Led by Sikandar Raza, Zimbabwe will rely on a strong mix of experienced players and exciting young talent to put up a tough fight. Key players like Blessing Muzarabani and Brian Bennett bring valuable skills, while newcomers such as Dion Myers add fresh energy and enthusiasm. Zimbabwe’s teamwork and sharp fielding could also make a big difference.

South Africa comes into the series with a powerful lineup, featuring hard-hitting batsmen and a fast bowling group that can challenge any team. Rassie van der Dussen provides stability at the crease, while Dewald Brevis offers aggressive hitting. Bowlers like Nandre Burger and Gerald Coetzee add pace and skill, making South Africa a tough side to beat. Both teams will be eager to start the tournament with a win and build confidence early on.

ZIM vs SA Head-to-Head Record in T20Is

South Africa have been dominant against Zimbabwe in T20 Internationals, maintaining a perfect win record in their meetings so far.

  • Total matches: 6
  • Zimbabwe won: 0
  • South Africa won: 5
  • Ties/No result: 1

Also READ: ZIM vs SA, T20I Tri Series 2025: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips and Pitch Report | Zimbabwe vs South Africa

Probable XI of both teams

Zimbabwe:

  • Dion Myers
  • Brian Bennett
  • Wesley Madhevere
  • Sikandar Raza (c)
  • Ryan Burl
  • Tony Munyonga
  • Tashinga Musekiwa
  • Wellington Masakadza
  • Blessing Muzarabani
  • Richard Ngarava
  • Trevor Gwandu

South Africa:

  • Reeza Hendricks
  • Lhuan-dre Pretorius
  • Rassie van der Dussen (C)
  • Dewald Brevis
  • Rubin Hermann
  • Corbin Bosch
  • George Linde
  • Senuran Muthusamy
  • Nqaba Peter
  • Gerald Coetzee
  • Kwena Maphaka

Also READ: Zimbabwe name 16-member squad for T20I tri-series with South Africa and New Zealand; Sikandar Raza to lead

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