ZIM vs BAN Today Match Prediction and Betting Tips, Odds and Live Score

ZIM vs BAN Match Prediction & Analysis

Zimbabwe and Bangladesh will face off in the third and final T20I of the three-match series at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. With both teams winning one game each, the series is perfectly poised at 1-1, making this a winner-takes-all contest.

Zimbabwe have won just one of their last five T20Is, while Bangladesh have also managed only one victory in their previous five matches. The hosts won the opening T20I by 32 runs, but Bangladesh responded strongly with a 34-run victory in the second game to level the series and regain momentum ahead of the decider.

Bangladesh hold a slight advantage in the recent head-to-head record, having won three of the last five T20Is against Zimbabwe, while the hosts have claimed two victories during that period, including the opening match of this series.

Both teams will be eager to finish the series on a winning note, but only one side will walk away with the trophy as Zimbabwe and Bangladesh battle for a 2-1 series victory in the decisive third T20I.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

ZIM

L W L L L

ZIM

152/10 in 19.4 7.73

BAN vs ZIM

Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe by 34 runs 17 Jul 2026

BAN

186/5 in 20.0 9.3

ZIM

170/6 in 20.0 8.5

BAN vs ZIM

Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh by 32 runs 15 Jul 2026

BAN

138/10 in 19.0 7.26

ZIM

153/7 in 20.0 7.65

ICC WCT20 2026

South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 5 wickets 01 Mar 2026

RSA

154/5 in 17.5 8.64

IND

256/4 in 20.0 12.8

ICC WCT20 2026

India beat Zimbabwe by 72 runs 26 Feb 2026

ZIM

184/6 in 20.0 9.2

ZIM

147/10 in 17.4 8.32

ICC WCT20 2026

West Indies beat Zimbabwe by 107 runs 23 Feb 2026

WI

254/6 in 20.0 12.7

BAN

W L L L L

ZIM

152/10 in 19.4 7.73

BAN vs ZIM

Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe by 34 runs 17 Jul 2026

BAN

186/5 in 20.0 9.3

ZIM

170/6 in 20.0 8.5

BAN vs ZIM

Zimbabwe beat Bangladesh by 32 runs 15 Jul 2026

BAN

138/10 in 19.0 7.26

BAN

109/8 in 20.0 5.45

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 7 wickets 21 Jun 2026

AUS

112/3 in 11.0 10.18

BAN

189/6 in 20.0 9.45

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 7 runs 19 Jun 2026

AUS

196/5 in 20.0 9.8

BAN

131/10 in 19.0 6.89

BAN vs AUS 2026

Australia beat Bangladesh by 4 wickets 17 Jun 2026

AUS

133/6 in 18.2 7.25

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Zimbabwe Preview

Zimbabwe suffered a 34-run defeat in the second T20I after failing to chase 187, getting bowled out for 152 in 19.4 overs.

Despite the loss, Ryan Burl fought back with a brisk 29 off 19 balls, while captain Sikandar Raza played an aggressive knock of 28 off just 12 deliveries. Brad Evans also chipped in with 25 off 14 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup failed to build partnerships as Zimbabwe lost wickets at regular intervals.

With the ball, Richard Ngarava continued his excellent form by picking up 2/23 in four overs, while Brad Evans also claimed 2 wickets, although he conceded 65 runs. Sikandar Raza bowled an economical spell of 1/20 from four overs, but Bangladesh still managed a challenging total of 186/5.

Zimbabwe will look to bounce back with a stronger all-round performance and clinch the series in the decider.

Key Players: Sikandar Raza, Richard Ngarava, Ryan Burl

Zimbabwe Predicted Playing XI:

Brian Bennett, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Tashinga Musekiwa, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Milton Shumba

Bangladesh Preview

Bangladesh bounced back brilliantly in the second T20I, posting 186/5 before restricting Zimbabwe to 152 to register a convincing 34-run victory and level the three-match series at 1-1.

Tanzid Hasan led the charge with a fluent 58 off 44 balls, while Saif Hassan anchored the innings with 55 off 45 deliveries. In the closing overs, Mohammad Saifuddin provided the perfect finish, smashing an unbeaten 31 off just 10 balls, while Yasir Ali remained unbeaten on 22 off 12.

The bowling attack complemented the batters with an excellent all-round display. Rishad Hossain starred with the ball, claiming 4/26 in 3.4 overs, while Mahedi Hasan picked up 3/24 in four overs to derail Zimbabwe's chase. Mohammad Saifuddin also chipped in with 1/36, earning the Player of the Match award for his unbeaten cameo and crucial wicket.

Bangladesh will like to carry this momentum into the series decider and complete the comeback by winning the series.

Key Players: Tanzid Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin

Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI:

Tanzid Hasan, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy (c), Parvez Hossain Emon, Yasir Ali, Nurul Hasan (wk), Mohammad Saifuddin, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The weather in Bulawayo is expected to be sunny, with the temperature around 28°C. Humidity will be 19%, while light winds of around 10 km/h are expected. There is no chance of rain, so uninterrupted playing conditions are likely throughout the match.

ZIM vs BAN Pitch Report

The Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo has produced a balanced surface in T20 cricket, but teams batting first have enjoyed greater success. Out of 29 T20 matches played here, teams batting first have won 20, while chasing sides have won only 9. The average first-innings score is 156, making anything around 160+ a strong total on this venue.

Score Prediction

If Zimbabwe bat first: 165–180 runs

If Bangladesh bat first: 160–175 runs

Toss: To Bat

The captain winning the toss is likely to bat first. With teams batting first winning 20 of the 29 T20 matches played at the Queens Sports Club and the average first-innings score standing at 156, setting a target has generally been the more successful approach.

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