Zimbabwe vs New Zealand, a 2-test match series, is set to be played from 30 July to 11 August 2025. Notably, after a 9-year gap, Kiwis are touring Zimbabwe for the Test series. Craig Ervine led the homeside, which features players like Blessing Muzarbani, Sikandar Raza, and Sean Williams. On the other hand, Tom Latham will captain the Kiwi squad, featuring prominent names like Rachin Ravindra, Will O’Rourke, Mitchell Santner, and Devon Conway.
The first Test match will be played from 30 July to 3 August at Bulawayo, and the second match from 7 to 11 August at the same venue. In this article, we’ve mentioned the Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Test 2025 full schedule, squads, where to watch, and other details.
Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Test Series 2025 Schedule
| Match | Date | Start Time | Venue |
| 1st Test | 30 Jul – 3 Aug | 1:30 PM IST | Bulawayo |
| 2nd Test | 7 – 11 Aug | 1:30 PM IST | Bulawayo |
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Both the Test matches will be played at the same venue at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. The first match will be played from 30 July to 3 August, while the second is scheduled for 7 to 11 August.
ZIM vs NZ Test 2025 Squads
Zimbabwe: Craig Ervine (c), Brian Bennett, Tanaka Chivanga, Ben Curran, Trevor Gwandu, Roy Kaia, Clive Madande, Tanunurwa Makoni, Wellington Masakadza, Vincert Masekesa, Blessing Muzarbani, Newman Nyamhuri, Sikandar Raza, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Nick Welch, Sean Williams
New Zealand: Tom Latham, Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matthew Fisher, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Will O’Rourke, Ajaz Patel, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Nathan Smith, Will Young
Most Recent H2H Record
| Winner | Won by | Date |
| New Zealand | 254 runs | 06 Aug 2016 |
| New Zealand | Inning and 117 runs | 28 Jul 2016 |
| New Zealand | Inning and 301 runs | 26 Jan 2012 |
| New Zealand | 34 runs | 01 Nov 2011 |
| New Zealand | Inning and 46 runs | 15 Aug 2005 |
Where to Watch Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Test Series 2025?
Fans can enjoy the exciting Test match series between Zimbabwe and New Zealand on ThreeNow in New Zealand. Fans in India can watch the matches live on FanCode.
Key Players to Watch
Sean Williams: Sean Williams is a key player for Zimbabwe. The 38-year-old all-rounder played 22 Test matches and scored a total of 1875 runs with an average of 48.07, including 6 centuries and 7 half centuries. He has also taken 22 wickets with a 49.96 bowling average.
Rachin Ravindra: The young batting all-rounder of New Zealand, Rachin Ravindra, has been amazing in Test cricket as of now. In 15 tests, he scored 1057 runs with an average of 37.75, including 2 centuries and 5 fifties.
Will O’Rourke: The 23-year-old fast bowler of the Kiwis, Will O’Rourke, will be a tough challenge to play for Zimbabwe batters. In 10 test matches, Will O’Rourke took 36 wickets, including 2 five-wicket hauls and 2 four-wicket hauls.
Blessing Muzarabani: Blessing Muzarabani will lead the bowling attack of the home side. The 28-year-old right-armer has played a total of 15 Test matches, taking 57 wickets with an average of 26.08.
