Sikandar Raza’s Zimbabwe will face Tauheed Hridayoye’s Bangladesh in the second T20I at the Queen’s Sports Club, Bulawayo on Friday, July 17. Zimbabwe leads the five-match series 1-0 after winning the opening match. Bangladesh will need to bounce back with a strong batting performance to avoid falling further behind.
Zimbabwe impressed in all departments in the first T20I, executing their plans with both bat and ball. Meanwhile, Bangladesh need a better effort from their top order against the new ball. Another thrilling encounter is expected as the visitors look to level the series and the hosts aim to consolidate their lead.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Match Details
match: Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh, 2nd T20I
Tournament: Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe, 2026
date: Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM local (5:00 PM IST / 11:30 AM GMT)
venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
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Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Pitch and weather report
A balanced contest between bat and ball is expected on the pitch of Queens Sports Club. A total of 155-170 in the first innings should be a competitive surface.
The weather in Bulawayo is expected to remain pleasant throughout the match. Temperatures will range between 21°C and 24°C under mostly sunny skies, with only a 10% chance of rain. Light winds may help the fast bowlers early, and the forecast suggests a close contest.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Head-to-head record
Bangladesh have the better overall record in this rivalry, having won 17 of the 25 T20 matches they have played against Zimbabwe. The host team has won eight matches. However, Zimbabwe have carried the momentum into the second T20I after a 32-run win in the series opener and will look to extend their lead to 2-0.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Playing XI
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Tadivanashe Marumani, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Milton Shumba, Clive Madande (wk), Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarwa, Blessing Muzarabani.
Bangladesh: Tanzeed Hasan Tamim, Saif Hasan, Parvez Hussain Imon, Tauheed Hridayoy (captain), Yasir Ali Choudhary, Nurul Hasan (wicketkeeper), Mohammad Saifuddin, Rishad Hussain, Taskin Ahmed, Naheed Rana, Shoriful Islam.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Toss Prediction
Winning the toss can play an important role in Queens Sports Club. Teams batting first have a better record at this venue, as the pitch slows down later in the match. It is likely that both captains will opt to bat first and put runs on the board.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Score Prediction
If Zimbabwe bats first: 155-170
If Bangladesh bat first: 145-160
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Key players to watch
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Brian Bennett: Bennett, who scored 44 runs in 30 balls, would like to help the team score a big score by playing a good innings.
Blessings to Muzarabani: Muzarabani performed brilliantly with 4/17 in the opening match of the series. His pace and bounce will once again test Bangladesh’s batting lineup.
Sikandar Raza: The Zimbabwe captain remains the most experienced all-rounder of the team. He can make an impact with both bat and ball and will be crucial to Zimbabwe’s chances.
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Yasir Ali Chaudhary: Yasir Ali was Bangladesh’s top scorer in the first T20I with 54 runs in 38 balls. The visitors will need another important innings from him.
Nahid Rana: Despite Bangladesh’s defeat, Nahid Rana impressed with 4/26. His pace makes him the biggest wicket-taking threat for the visitors.
Tauheed Hridayoy: After struggling with the bat in the opening match, the Bangladesh captain will have to lead from the front. A big innings from Hridoy can help Bangladesh level the series.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Best Batsman Prediction
Zimbabwe:
Brian Bennett is a strong contender to finish as Zimbabwe’s all-time leading run-scorer. The aggressive opener has been in great form and has the ability to make full use of the powerplay.
Bangladesh:
Tajid Hasan Tamim managed to score the most runs for Bangladesh. He looks best equipped to handle Zimbabwe’s pace attack.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Best Bowler Prediction
Zimbabwe:
Richard Ngarawa is the leading candidate to finish as Zimbabwe’s top wicket-taker. The left-arm fast bowler can swing the new ball and has consistently troubled the Bangladesh top order.
Bangladesh:
Nahid Rana is expected to be the best bowler of Bangladesh. His pace and extra bounce make him a real wicket-taking threat, especially during the powerplay.
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Win chances
Zimbabwe: 58%
Bangladesh: 42%
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 2nd T20I: Match Prediction: Expert Judgment
Zimbabwe will start the second T20 match as favorites after an impressive win in the series opener. Their pace attack led by Richard Ngarawa and Blessing Muzarabani is well suited to the conditions in Bulawayo and they can take a 2-0 lead in the five-match series.
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