Zimbabwe is gearing up for an exciting international home season as they welcome South Africa and New Zealand for an extensive multi-format series, including Test matches and a T20I tri-series.
The action kicks off with a two-Test series against South Africa at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, marking the first time these teams will face off in red-ball cricket since 2017. The opening Test is set to begin on June 28, followed by the second encounter starting on July 6.
After the Tests, the focus shifts to the T20 format, where Zimbabwe, South Africa, and New Zealand will battle it out in a thrilling T20I tri-series in Harare. Each team will play the other twice, with the top two advancing to the grand finale on July 26.
Zimbabwe will then return to Test cricket, taking on New Zealand in another two-match series in Bulawayo. This will mark Zimbabwe’s first red-ball contest against New Zealand since 2016. The first Test begins on July 30, with the final Test scheduled from August 7.
Zimbabwe Cricket Managing Director Givemore Makoni expressed his enthusiasm about the upcoming fixtures, stating,
“This is the most significant international home season we’ve had in years. It presents a fantastic opportunity for our players to challenge themselves against two of the strongest cricketing nations.”
Complete Match Schedule
Zimbabwe vs South Africa – Test Series
📅 1st Test: June 28 – July 2 | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
📅 2nd Test: July 6-10 | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
T20I Tri-Series – Zimbabwe, South Africa & New Zealand
📅 1st T20I: July 14 | Zimbabwe vs South Africa, Harare
📅 2nd T20I: July 16 | South Africa vs New Zealand, Harare
📅 3rd T20I: July 18 | Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, Harare
📅 4th T20I: July 20 | Zimbabwe vs South Africa, Harare
📅 5th T20I: July 22 | New Zealand vs South Africa, Harare
📅 6th T20I: July 24 | Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, Harare
📅 Final: July 26 | Top two teams, Harare
Zimbabwe vs New Zealand – Test Series
📅 1st Test: July 30 – August 3 | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
📅 2nd Test: August 7-11 | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
This blockbuster home season is set to provide Zimbabwe’s squad with crucial experience against two elite cricketing nations while promising thrilling action for cricket enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- When will Zimbabwe’s home series against South Africa and New Zealand begin?
Zimbabwe’s home series starts with the first Test against South Africa on June 28, 2024. - How many Tests will Zimbabwe play in this series?
Zimbabwe will play four Test matches—two against South Africa and two against New Zealand. - Where will the T20I tri-series take place?
All matches of the T20I tri-series will be held in Harare, Zimbabwe. - What is the format of the T20I tri-series?
Each team will play the other twice, with the top two teams qualifying for the final on July 26. - Why is this series important for Zimbabwe?
This series offers Zimbabwe’s players a valuable opportunity to compete against top-tier teams and improve their international rankings.
