Is ZIM vs BAN One-Off Test Part of WTC 2025-27? Here's the FACT

Zimbabwe are all set to host Bangladesh in a multi-format series starting from June 28 in Harare. The tour will begin with a one-off Test between both sides, with both of them looking to forward to the longest format of the game.
The match will be played at one of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world, the Harare Sports Club, also the premier cricket ground in Zimbabwe. Bangladesh will be led by Najmul Hossain Shanto while it will also begin a new era for Zimbabwe as Richard Ngarava will be leading them for the first time.

Is ZIM vs BAN One Off Test Part of WTC 2025-27?

No, the ZIM vs BAN one-off Test is not a part of the World Test Championship 2025-27. This is because Zimbabwe cricket team are is a designated team of the WTC cycle. This match wasn't a part of ICC's calendar and was added later by Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC).

As Zimbabwe is not a part of this WTC cycle, any Test match involving them is not a part of the World Test Championship 2023-27. However, they could be a part of WTC from the next cycle as ICC is considering an expansion.

The World Test Championship consists of the best cricket teams in the world. Nine teams face each other in a two-year cycle. At the end, the top two sides face each other in the final. The WTC 2027 final will be played at Lord's next year.

Alongside Zimbabwe, the other Test-playing nation not a part of the WTC is Afghanistan. Both teams have talented players but are often left deprived of the longest format of the game, which is a cause of concern.

Historic Match For Bangladesh and Zimbabwe

The ZIM vs BAN one-off Test might not be a part of World Test Championship, but it will be a historic game for both teams. It will give the players of both teams test themselves with the rigours of the toughest format in the sport.
The pitch is likely to be seamer-friendly with the home team looking to use the conditions to their effect. Test cricket in Zimbabwe is rare nowadays and it has already created an excitement amongst the fans. After the Test match, both teams will also play eachh other in an ODI and a T20I series.