Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe are currently engaged in a two-match ODI series, with the second ODI scheduled for Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Harare Sports Club[1]. The series is finely poised after a nail-biting first ODI that saw Sri Lanka edge Zimbabwe by seven runs: Sri Lanka scored 298 for 6 (Nissanka 76, Liyanage 70*, Kamindu 57), while Zimbabwe ended on 291 for 8 (Raza 92, Curran 70, Williams 57). The match was decided in the final over, highlighted by a hat-trick from Dilshan Madushanka, who finished with 4 for 62[2].
The pitch at Harare Sports Club has historically favored teams batting second, with chasing teams winning more often (106) compared to teams batting first (91). The average first innings score is 237. The head-to-head record in ODIs heavily favors Sri Lanka, with 50 wins to Zimbabwe’s 12 from 65 matches, and three no results or ties. The latest match prior to the second ODI was on August 29, 2025[1].
The second ODI, to be played on August 31 at 1:00 PM IST, is crucial for Zimbabwe as they look to level the series. Predictions suggest that the team chasing may have an advantage. For Zimbabwe to win, they will likely need to restrict Sri Lanka in the powerplay and post or chase a total in the 280-300 range if bowling first. Conversely, if Sri Lanka wins the toss and bowls, they may look to post a total in the 300-320 range[1].
The match will be broadcast and live-streamed via FanCode, and additional live commentary and updates will be available from various platforms[1][3].