Harare Pitch Report for ZIM vs NZ 6th T20I: After three back-to-back victories, New Zealand will look to maintain their unbeaten run as they take on host Zimbabwe in the final group match of the Zimbabwe Tri-Series 2025 at the Harare Sports Club.
Many cricket fans have bemoaned the lack of white-ball international tri-series over recent years, and it has been an absolute treat for followers across the globe to keep an eye on the group stages between Zimbabwe, New Zealand, and South Africa.
This clash in the final match of the group stage and the result of this game does not make any difference because Zimbabwe already lost their three consecutive game and other hand, New Zealand won all their game in this series.
Expect a big crowd for this Friday afternoon contest as Zimbabwe, who are unable to reach the final of this Tri-Series, would like to sign off with a victory as hosts.
As for the Black Caps, they continue to be one of the great white-ball sides, and they will be confident of making it four in a row in Harare.
Let’s look at the Harare Sports Club Pitch Report, Weather Report, stats and Fantasy Strategy for the Harare Pitch of ZIM vs NZ 6th T20I
Harare Sports Club Venue Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Capacity | ~10,000 |
| Format Used | Tests, ODIs, T20Is |
| Home Team | Zimbabwe National Cricket Team |
Harare Pitch Report For ZIM vs NZ 6th T20I
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Nature | Balanced |
| Batting | Moderate scoring conditions |
| Pace Bowling | Assists with early swing and bounce in favour of pace bowlers |
| Spin Bowling | Some grip in the middle overs as well, average turn in the pitch |
| 1st Innings Avg | 163 |
| Winning Strategy | Bat First (35 wins batting 1st in 64 games) |
Pitch Summary:
The pitch in Harare usually offers true bounce early on, allowing fast bowlers to exploit seam movement. While batters can score on that pitch if they get set. The average of the 1st inning score suggests a competitive target in the 160-170 range.
Weather & Toss Impact
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Weather: Clear skies, no rain expected
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Temperature: Around 23–24°C at match time
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Dew Factor: Minimal, unlikely to play a major role
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Toss Tip: Win toss & bat first – setting a total on this pitch generally gives an edge
Key Stats at Harare Sports Club
| Matches Played (T20Is) | 65 |
|---|---|
| Won Batting 1st | 35 |
| Won Bowling 2nd | 27 |
| Highest T20I Total | 229/2 by Australia vs ZIM (2018) |
| Lowest T20I Total | 99 by Zimbabwe vs PAK (2021) |
ZIM vs NZ 6th T20I Fantasy Strategy for Harare Pitch
- Pick Powerplay pacers- early wickets are common
- All-rounder and finishers who can strike late make valuable picks
- Don’t overload on top-order batters – it’s not a flat pitch
- Consider the death bowler from the team bowling in the 2nd innings
The Harare Sports Club offers a challenging venue for both teams. While the pitch is generally balanced, the team with greater bowling depth and adaptability tends to perform better in these conditions. If the top-order batters can endure the early spell of bowling, we can anticipate a moderately high-scoring game.
Despite being the host, Zimbabwe faced an all-game defeat against the Kiwis’ unit. Harare’s Pitch demands adaptability, and New Zealand’s superior bowling unit gives them the edge
- Predicted Outcome: New Zealand to win
- Best Fantasy Combo: 7 players from NZ, 4 from ZIM
- Captain Choices: Tim Seifert, Mitchell Santner, Sikandar Raza
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