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Zimbabwe to Host Sri Lanka for ODI and T20I Series Ahead of T20 World Cup Qualifiers
Harare Sports Club to Host All Matches Between August 29 and September 7
Zimbabwe Cricket has officially announced a white-ball home series against Sri Lanka, consisting of two One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20 Internationals (T20Is). The highly anticipated series will be held at the Harare Sports Club and begins on August 29, 2025, with the final match scheduled for September 7, 2025.
This series is set to play a pivotal role in Zimbabwe’s preparation for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Regional Final, scheduled to begin later in September. As the hosting nation, Zimbabwe is looking to fine-tune its lineup and strategy against strong opposition.
A Crucial Series for Zimbabwe’s T20 Aspirations
T20Is to Serve as Final Prep Before Africa Qualifiers
The three-match T20I series holds extra significance for Zimbabwe. Coming just days before they host the Africa Regional Qualifier for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2027, these games are seen as a dress rehearsal.
“Matches between our two nations have always produced entertaining cricket and this tour comes at a crucial time for our team,” said Givemore Makoni, Managing Director of Zimbabwe Cricket. “We are delighted to confirm Sri Lanka’s visit and we expect the series to be competitive and thrilling.”
Zimbabwe’s recent white-ball form has seen both promising performances and rebuilding phases, and this home series could provide the platform to evaluate player combinations, give opportunities to emerging talent, and gain valuable momentum before the qualifiers.
Explore more on Zimbabwe’s recent squad selections and upcoming fixtures.
Series Schedule and Venue Details
All matches in the Sri Lanka tour of Zimbabwe will be hosted at the historic Harare Sports Club, known for its lively pitch and strong fan turnout.
📅 Full Fixture List: Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 2025
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | 29 August 2025 | Harare Sports Club |
| 2nd ODI | 31 August 2025 | Harare Sports Club |
| 1st T20I | 3 September 2025 | Harare Sports Club |
| 2nd T20I | 6 September 2025 | Harare Sports Club |
| 3rd T20I | 7 September 2025 | Harare Sports Club |
Busy Cricket Calendar Ahead for Zimbabwe
This series is part of an intense cricket window for Zimbabwe. Following the Sri Lanka series and T20 World Cup qualifiers, Zimbabwe is also set to host South Africa and New Zealand for two-match Test series. Additionally, a T20I tri-series involving all three nations will take place between those red-ball fixtures, making it one of the busiest periods in Zimbabwe’s cricket calendar in recent years.
The fixture-packed schedule is expected to test Zimbabwe’s squad depth, offer younger players valuable international exposure, and lay the foundation for a strong showing in the T20 World Cup qualification campaign.
For official match confirmations and ICC updates, visit the ICC website.
