Zimbabwe (ZIM) will take on South Africa (SA) in Match 4 of the 2025 T20I Tri-Series on Sunday, July 20, at the Harare Sports Club. The match is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM IST. Zimbabwe are still searching for their first win in the series after losing their opening two games. South Africa, on the other hand, started their campaign with a win over the hosts but faced a 21-run defeat against New Zealand in their previous outing.
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Zimbabwe vs South Africa (ZIM vs SA) 4th T20I Match Details
Series | Zimbabwe T20I Tri Series 2025 |
Series Match No | 4th T20I |
Format | T20Is |
Match Date | 20th July 2025 |
Match Time | 01:00 PM (Local)/04:30 PM IST |
Venue | Harare Sports Club |
Zimbabwe vs South Africa (ZIM vs SA) 4th T20I Match Teams Preview
Zimbabwe Preview
Zimbabwe are still searching for their first win in the T20I Tri-Series 2025 after suffering defeats in their first two matches. Playing at home, the Chevrons will aim to bounce back and keep their hopes of qualification alive. To stay in the race for the final, Zimbabwe must win both of their remaining matches. While the road ahead is difficult, cricket’s unpredictability leaves room for an upset against the visiting team.
Zimbabwe Probable Playing XI
Wessly Madhevere, Brian Bennett, Clive Madande (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tinotenda Maposa, Tony Munyonga, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Trevor Gwandu
South Africa Preview
South Africa began their tri-series campaign with a confident five-wicket win over Zimbabwe but stumbled in their second outing, falling short against New Zealand. With one win and one loss so far, the Proteas will aim to regroup and deliver a strong performance to secure a place in the final. A victory on Sunday would seal their spot in the summit clash, as the hosts have nearly been eliminated following consecutive defeats. If South Africa triumph, they’ll meet New Zealand in the final scheduled for next Saturday.
South Africa Probable Playing XI
Reeza Hendricks, Lhuan-dre Pretorius (wk), Rassie van der Dussen (c), Rubin Hermann, Dewald Brevis, George Linde, Senuran Muthusamy, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi
Zimbabwe vs South Africa (ZIM vs SA) Head to Head in T20I Cricket
Zimbabwe and South Africa have faced each other in a total of eight T20 International matches. South Africa have dominated the head-to-head, winning six of those encounters, while Zimbabwe are yet to register a victory. Two matches between the sides ended with no result.
The first-ever T20I meeting between the two teams took place on October 8, 2010. Their most recent clash occurred on July 14, 2025.
Zimbabwe vs South Africa (ZIM vs SA) 4th T20I Pitch Report
The Harare Sports Club pitch offers a balanced battle between bat and ball. Pacers get early help with the new ball, while spinners become more effective as the match wears on. Batters can score freely once set. With New Zealand chasing comfortably in the last game, batting second could be the smarter option again on Sunday.
Zimbabwe vs South Africa (ZIM vs SA) 4th T20I Key Players to Watch Out For
Zimbabwe (ZIM)
1. Sikandar Raza:
Sikandar Raza remains the backbone of Zimbabwe’s batting lineup and is in fine form this series. While he managed just 12 runs in the previous game, he had scored a brilliant half-century in the match before that. His experience and presence will be vital to Zimbabwe’s chances.
2. Richard Ngarava:
Richard Ngarava has been a key performer with the ball for Zimbabwe in the ongoing T20I tri-series. The left-arm pacer started the campaign with impressive figures of 3 for 35 against South Africa and has taken 3 wickets in 2 matches so far. He currently holds a solid bowling average of 20 in the series.
South Africa (SA)
South African youngster Dewald Brevis has shown promising form in the ongoing tri-series. He smashed a quickfire 35 off just 18 balls in the last match, boasting a strike rate of 194.44. His explosive batting can be a game-changer for the Proteas.
2. Lhuan-dre Pretorius
Lhuan-dre Pretorius brings aggression and power to South Africa’s top order with his fearless batting style. He hammered 27 off just 17 balls in the last match and will look to carry that momentum into the upcoming clash.
Zimbabwe vs South Africa (ZIM vs SA) Betting Odds on 1xBet
In the fourth T20I of the Zimbabwe Tri-Series 2025, South Africa enter as strong favourites with odds of 1.18 on 1xBet. Zimbabwe, as the underdogs, are priced at 4.81.
Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Win Probability
As per Google’s win probability, South Africa hold an 82% chance of winning the fourth T20I, while Zimbabwe have an 18% chance.
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