Zimbabwe and Bangladesh will lock horns in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Harare Sports Club in Harare on Thursday, July 9. Zimbabwe head into the contest with a 1-0 lead after defending a modest total of 141 in the series opener, while Bangladesh will be desperate to bounce back and keep the series alive after another disappointing batting collapse.
Advertisement
ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Bangladesh Tour of Zimbabwe 2026, 2nd ODI

Zimbabwe will be full of confidence after a disciplined all-round performance in the first ODI. Richard Ngarava led from the front with both bat and ball, while Brad Evans and Newman Nyamhuri played crucial roles in securing a memorable 25-run victory. As per the ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Prediction, fantasy users can once again rely on Zimbabwe's pace attack on another bowling-friendly Harare surface.
On the other hand, Bangladesh will need a much-improved batting performance after being bowled out for just 116 in the first ODI. The visitors, however, received a huge boost from Nahid Rana, who produced a sensational spell of 6/21, the best ODI bowling figures by a Bangladesh men's bowler. As per ZIM vs BAN Dream11 team prediction, Sikandar Raza and Nahid Rana are emerging as the safest captaincy choices, while Richard Ngarava, Brad Evans, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz are among the top vice-captain options
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Match Details
| Series | Bangladesh Tour of Zimbabwe 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI |
| Toss | To be updated |
| Venue | Harare Sports Club |
| City | Harare |
| Match Start Time | 1:00 PM IST, 9th July 2026 |
| Scorecard | ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI Scorecard |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Player's Stats (Last Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Nahid Rana | Bangladesh | 6 Wickets |
| Richard Ngarava | Zimbabwe | 27 Runs & 3 Wickets |
| Newman Nyamhuri | Zimbabwe | 33 Runs & 1 Wicket |
| Brad Evans | Zimbabwe | 3 Wickets |
ZIM vs BAN Toss Prediction
According to our ZIM vs BAN Dream11 prediction today match, the toss could play an important role once again. Bangladesh captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first, considering the assistance available for fast bowlers during the early overs at Harare Sports Club.
Record of Chasing Teams at Harare Sports Club
The Harare Sports Club, one of the smallest cricket stadiums in the world, has generally provided balanced conditions, although the surface in the first ODI offered plenty of movement and bounce for seamers. Teams chasing have enjoyed moderate success over the years.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Good | 52% |
ZIM vs BAN Playing 11 (Probable)
| Zimbabwe Playing 11 | Bangladesh Playing 11 |
|---|---|
| Ben Curran | Tanzid Hasan |
| Brian Bennett | Soumya Sarkar |
| Innocent Kaia | Najmul Hossain Shanto |
| Craig Ervine | Nurul Hasan (wk) |
| Sikandar Raza | Towhid Hridoy |
| Wessly Madhevere | Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c) |
| Clive Madande (wk) | Mosaddek Hossain |
| Brad Evans | Rishad Hossain |
| Newman Nyamhuri | Taskin Ahmed |
| Richard Ngarava (c) | Mustafizur Rahman |
| Blessing Muzarabani | Nahid Rana |
Advertisement
ZIM vs BAN Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Newman Nyamhuri and Nurul Hasan |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Nahid Rana and Richard Ngarava |
ZIM vs BAN Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Nahid Rana and Sikandar Raza |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Richard Ngarava and Brad Evans |
Top Picks for ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Nahid Rana | Bangladesh | Bowler |
| Sikandar Raza | Zimbabwe | All-rounder |
Budget Picks for ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Newman Nyamhuri | Zimbabwe | All-rounder |
| Nurul Hasan | Bangladesh | Wicketkeeper |
Advertisement
Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: Nurul Hasan
- Batters: Brian Bennett
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, B Evans
- Bowlers: Nahid Rana (c), Richard Ngarava (vc), M Rahman, Blessing Muzarabani, Taskin Ahmed, N Nyamhuri
-1783574169549.webp)
ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Prediction
- Keeper: Nurul Hasan
- Batters: Brian Bennett, T Hasan
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza (c), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, B Evans (vc)
- Bowlers: Nahid Rana, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Taskin Ahmed, N Nyamhuri
-1783574178615.webp)
Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the ZIM vs BAN match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
ZIM vs BAN Dream11 Prediction Today (2nd ODI) Players to Avoid
Players like Mosaddek Hossain and Craig Ervine can be avoided in your ZIM vs BAN Dream11 fantasy team as they have not made significant fantasy contributions recently and may struggle on the bowling-friendly Harare surface.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Mosaddek Hossain | 7 Cr |
| Craig Ervine | 7.5 Cr |
ZIM vs BAN Weather & Pitch Report at Harare Sports Club
- The Harare Sports Club pitch is once again expected to assist fast bowlers, especially with the new ball. The first ODI saw both teams struggle against pace and bounce, resulting in a low-scoring contest. Batters who spend time at the crease are likely to score runs, but shot selection during the opening overs will be crucial. Another score in the range of 220-240 could prove competitive if batting conditions improve.
- The weather in Harare is expected to remain partly cloudy with no significant chances of rain. Temperatures are likely to range between 10°C and 20°C, ensuring ideal conditions for another full 50-over match.
| Temperature | 10°C-20°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Partly Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Bowling Friendly |
| Best Suited To | Fast Bowlers |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 230 Runs |
ZIM vs BAN Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
Zimbabwe's victory in the opening ODI has improved their recent record against Bangladesh, although the visitors continue to hold a comfortable lead in the overall head-to-head stats.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 51 |
| Zimbabwe | 31 |
| No Result | 0 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the 2nd ODI of the Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe 2026?
+
Who will win the 2nd ODI of the Bangladesh tour of Zimbabwe 2026?
Zimbabwe are expected to win the 2nd ODI of the series against Zimbabwe.
Conversation
(0 Comments)
Trending
Editor's Pick
Editor's Pick




-1783586019651.webp)





