Zimbabwe to Host Bangladesh for Exciting Multi-Format Cricket Series

Zimbabwe is preparing to host Bangladesh for an exciting multi-format cricket series in June and July, featuring one Test, three ODIs, and three T20Is. This series marks Zimbabwe's first home international fixtures since their historic performance at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. With previous encounters showcasing competitive spirit, both teams are eager to deliver thrilling matches. Zimbabwe Cricket's Managing Director has expressed enthusiasm for the series, emphasizing its significance for local fans. The fixtures are set to take place in Harare and Bulawayo, promising an engaging cricketing experience.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 22, 2026, 16:29 IST

Overview of the Upcoming Series

Zimbabwe is gearing up to welcome Bangladesh for a multi-format cricket series scheduled for June and July. This series will include one Test match, three One Day Internationals (ODIs), and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), as detailed on the ICC website. The action will kick off with a Test match at Harare Sports Club from June 28 to July 2, followed by the ODI series, which will also take place in Harare. The teams will then shift to Queens Sports Club for the T20I matches.

Significance of the Series

This series marks Zimbabwe's first home international matches since their impressive run at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, where they advanced to the Super Eight stage for the first time and achieved notable victories against Australia and Sri Lanka.

Previous Encounters

The last Test series between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh occurred in 2025 in Bangladesh, where Zimbabwe secured a thrilling three-wicket victory in the first Test, although the series ended in a 1-1 draw. In their last visit to Zimbabwe in 2022, Bangladesh faced defeat in both the ODI and T20I series, with Zimbabwe winning 2-1.

Comments from Zimbabwe Cricket Management

Givemore Makoni, the Managing Director of Zimbabwe Cricket, expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming tour, emphasizing its importance in showcasing international cricket at home. He described the series as highly competitive and exciting across all formats, highlighting the significance of bringing top-level cricket back to Zimbabwe following their strong performance in the T20 World Cup.

"We are thrilled to confirm Bangladesh's tour of Zimbabwe, which we anticipate will be a highly competitive and exciting series across all formats. This tour is crucial for us as it signifies the return of high-caliber international cricket to our home grounds after our remarkable performances in the T20 World Cup earlier this year," he stated.

"Our fans have every reason to take pride in our recent achievements, and we eagerly await their support in Harare and Bulawayo," he added.

Fixtures for Bangladesh's Tour of Zimbabwe

The series schedule is as follows:

1. Test Match: June 28 - July 2, Harare Sports Club

2. 1st ODI: July 6, Harare Sports Club

3. 2nd ODI: July 9, Harare Sports Club

4. 3rd ODI: July 11, Harare Sports Club

5. 1st T20I: July 15, Queens Sports Club

6. 2nd T20I: July 17, Queens Sports Club

7. 3rd T20I: July 19, Queens Sports Club.