ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI: Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Injury Updates, Pitch Report

In the second ODI of the series between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh at the Harare Sports Club on July 9, 2026, the latter team will be looking to win the series, but the former team will be very confident of doing so after winning the first ODI by a margin of 25 runs.

Take a look at CricBites’ full preview of the ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI.

Match Details

Match	Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI
Date	July 9, 2026
Time	12:45 PM IST
Venue	Harare Sports Club, Harare
Series	Bangladesh Tour of Zimbabwe 2026

ZIM vs BAN Pitch Report

Harare Sports Club traditionally provides a balanced surface for ODI cricket. Fast bowlers are usually helped by the new ball. Batsmen who settle down can score freely.

Average first innings score: 220-230
The pace bowlers should get the momentum early.
Batting becomes easier during the middle overs.
Winning the toss and bowling first may be the preferred option.

Injury Updates

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe have no major injury concerns heading into the second ODI and are expected to retain the core of the side that won the series opener.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh received encouraging news with captain Litton Das recovering from his calf injury and expected to be available for selection in the second ODI. Apart from that, there are no fresh injury concerns.

Probable Playing XI

Zimbabwe

Regis Chakabva (wk)
Tadiwanashe Marumani
Wessly Madhevere
Dion Myers
Sikandar Raza
Milton Shumba
Brian Bennett
Wellington Masakadza
Richard Ngarava
Blessing Muzarabani
Tinotenda Maposa

Bangladesh

Tanzid Hasan
Litton Das (c)
Najmul Hossain Shanto
Towhid Hridoy
Jaker Ali (wk)
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Shamim Hossain
Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Taskin Ahmed
Nahid Rana
Mustafizur Rahman

Playing XIs are based on the latest available squad information and may change after the toss.

Players to Watch

Sikander Raza (Zimbabwe)

The Zimbabwean captain has been their biggest match-winner. His experience with both bat and ball makes him a vital player once again.

Congratulations to Muzarabani (Zimbabwe)

This tall fast bowler can take advantage of the helpful conditions in Harare and trouble the Bangladesh top order with an added boost.

Liton Das (Bangladesh)

If Liton is declared fit, his comeback will significantly strengthen Bangladesh’s batting lineup.

Nahid Rana (Bangladesh)

Despite Bangladesh’s defeat in the first ODI, Nahid Rana impressed with six wickets and will once again lead the pace attack.

ZIM vs BAN Match Prediction

Zimbabwe have entered the tournament with enthusiasm after leading the series 1-0. Their bowling attack looked disciplined in the first ODI. Bangladesh, on the other hand, struggled against the dynamic ball. If Bangladesh’s experienced batsmen can put up an attacking display, they have enough quality to level the series.

However, considering the current home advantage, Zimbabwe seems to have a slight edge. Prediction: Zimbabwe will win the second ODI and clinch the series.

Conclusion

Zimbabwe are heading into the second ODI with an advantage after a confident win in the opening match of the series. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will face a must-win to keep the series alive. Fans can expect a thrilling match at the Harare Sports Club. Keep checking Cricbites for all the latest match information.

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