The cricketing rivalry between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka has once again come alive in 2025, with both nations locking horns in Harare across ODI and T20I formats. The series has already delivered gripping contests, individual brilliance, and nail-biting finishes, while fans eagerly await the remaining matches.
Series Overview
The tour is being played entirely at Harare Sports Club and includes two ODIs followed by three T20Is. Sri Lanka has dominated the ODIs and opened the T20I series with a victory, leaving Zimbabwe searching for a comeback in the shorter format.
Completed Matches
| Match | Format | Date | Venue | Result | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | ODI | 29 Aug 2025 | Harare Sports Club | Sri Lanka won by 7 runs | Dilshan Madushanka’s fiery 4/62 led SL to defend 298; Zimbabwe fell short despite a late surge. |
| 2nd ODI | ODI | 31 Aug 2025 | Harare Sports Club | Sri Lanka won by 5 wickets | Pathum Nissanka struck a brilliant 122, guiding SL to a series-clinching chase of 278. |
| 1st T20I | T20I | 3 Sep 2025 | Harare Sports Club | Sri Lanka won by 4 wickets | Kamindu Mendis blasted 41* off 16 balls; Brian Bennett hit a record-breaking 81 for Zimbabwe. |
Upcoming Fixtures
| Match | Format | Date | Venue | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd T20I | T20I | 6 Sep 2025 | Harare Sports Club | Yet to be played |
| 3rd T20I | T20I | 7 Sep 2025 | Harare Sports Club | Yet to be played |
Match Highlights
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ODI Series:
Sri Lanka’s batting depth and bowling sharpness proved decisive. Madushanka’s early breakthroughs in the first ODI and Nissanka’s match-winning hundred in the second ensured a 2–0 clean sweep. -
1st T20I:
Despite Brian Bennett’s record-setting innings for Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka’s aggressive finish from Mendis and a steady 55 from Nissanka sealed the chase with five balls to spare.
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Looking Ahead
Zimbabwe will need to regroup quickly for the remaining two T20Is if they are to salvage pride at home. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, looks set to continue their momentum, with their young stars stepping up in crunch moments. Fans can expect more fireworks as the series concludes in Harare.
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