The 1st T20I between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka took place at Harare Sports Club on September 3, 2025, starting at 1:30 PM local time. Sri Lanka entered as favorites after winning the preceding ODI series 2-0 and carrying momentum into the shorter format.
The recent cricket series between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka in 2025 included two ODIs and a three-match T20I series played in Harare. Sri Lanka won the two-match ODI series 2-0 with close contests: they won the 1st ODI by 7 runs and the 2nd ODI by 5 wickets. The T20I series is ongoing as of early September 2025.
Sri Lanka are the clear favorites with a projected 71% win probability, given their superior depth, experience, and recent form.
Zimbabwe is expected to put up spirited resistance, especially playing at home, but they need to capitalize on chances and improve finishing.
1st ODI (Aug 29, 2025): Sri Lanka scored 298/6, Zimbabwe replied with 291/8. Dilshan Madushanka took a crucial hat-trick in the final over to help Sri Lanka win by 7 runs. Sikandar Raza scored 92 for Zimbabwe, but their chase fell short.
2nd ODI (Aug 31, 2025): Zimbabwe scored 277/7, Sri Lanka chased it down with 278/5, winning by 5 wickets. Pathum Nissanka scored 122 in this match. They have played 65 ODIs overall, with Sri Lanka winning 50 and Zimbabwe 12.
At Harare Sports Club, Sri Lanka has dominated with 15 wins out of 18 matches against Zimbabwe.Sri Lanka won the 4 of the last 5 completed matches between the two teams.
SL vs ZIM Match Details
- Series: Sri Lanka, tour of Zimbabwe 2025
- Teams: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 1st T20
- Date: 03 Sep, 2025
- Time: 04:30 PM PST
- Venue: Harare Sports Club.
SL vs ZIM Match Live Streaming Info:
The Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 1st T20 live match can be watched on the following platforms:
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In India: FanCode (app and website)
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In Sri Lanka: TV Supreme and SandBrix streaming platform
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In the USA: Willow TV
How to Watch the Match for Free:
You can watch the Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe 1st T20 live streaming for free on official broadcasters like Sony Network (TV) and Ten Sports (online).
Live Streaming Link: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
Live Score:
The live streaming channel for the Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka 1st T20 on Sep 03, 2025, at Harare Sports Club is FanCode (app and website) for viewers in India. In Sri Lanka, the match is available on TV Supreme and the SandBrix streaming platform. In the USA, the match will be broadcast on Willow TV. The match starts at 4:30 PM IST.
Playing XI:
Zimbabwe XI: Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Craig Ervine (c), Clive Madande (wk), Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Johnathan Campbell, Richard Ngarava, Brendan Taylor (wk).
Sri Lanka XI: Pathum Nissanka, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Dushmantha Chameera.