BAN vs ZIM Series 2026: Schedule, Squads & Complete Guide

BAN vs ZIM Series 2026

The historic rivalry between Bangladesh and Zimbabwe reaches an electrifying chapter in 2026. As both nations battle for global positioning and pride, cricket enthusiasts are tracking every strategic shift, venue detail, and captaincy dynamic. Whether you are looking for the tactical breakdown of player rosters or exact match timings, this comprehensive BAN vs ZIM Series Guide covers the multi-format tour completely.

The 2026 BAN vs ZIM Series Overview

The 2026 bilateral series features a complete, all-format cricket feast spanning from June 28 to July 19, 2026. Hosted entirely within Zimbabwe across two of its premier cricketing venues—Harare Sports Club and the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo—this tour has offered everything from masterclasses in Test cricket to high-octane T20I finishes.  

For both camps, this series represents significant leadership shifts. Zimbabwe enters under the separate captaincy of Richard Ngarava (handling the Test and ODI squads) and the experienced Sikandar Raza guiding the T20I unit. Meanwhile, Bangladesh's strategy leans heavily on younger leadership structures, utilizing Najmul Hossain Shanto for Tests, Mehidy Hasan Miraz for ODIs, and explosive young batsman Towhid Hridoy leading the T20I charge.  

BAN vs ZIM Series Schedule

The layout of the tour transitions systematically through all three standard formats. Below is the official tournament timetable mapping out venues, match types, and complete 2026 fixtures:

Test & ODI Match Timelines

Match	Date	Venue	Format	Match Status / Result
Only Test	June 28 – June 30, 2026	Harare Sports Club, Harare	Test	Zimbabwe won by an innings and 85 runs
1st ODI	July 6, 2026	Harare Sports Club, Harare	ODI	Zimbabwe won by 25 runs
2nd ODI	July 9, 2026	Harare Sports Club, Harare	ODI	Zimbabwe won by 13 runs
3rd ODI	July 11, 2026	Harare Sports Club, Harare	ODI	Bangladesh won by 7 wickets

T20I Match Timelines

Match	Date	Venue	Format	Local / IST Start Time
1st T20I	July 15, 2026	Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo	T20I	Zimbabwe won by 32 runs
2nd T20I	July 17, 2026	Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo	T20I	Bangladesh won by 34 runs
3rd T20I	July 19, 2026	Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo	T20I	12:30 Local / 04:00 PM IST

Official Multi-Format Team Squads

Injuries and tactical rest periods have significantly shaped the team lists for both nations during this winter series. Most notably, Bangladesh's elite wicketkeeper-batsman Litton Das was ruled out due to a severe hamstring injury, paving the way for Mahidul Islam Ankon in the Test squad and Parvez Hossain Emon in the white-ball lineups.  

Zimbabwe Squads

• Test Squad: Richard Ngarava (c), Brian Bennett, Tanaka Chivanga, Graeme Cremer, Ben Curran, Craig Ervine, Brad Evans, Innocent Kaia, Roy Kaia, Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri, Brendan Taylor (wk), Tafadzwa Tsiga (wk).  

• ODI Squad: Richard Ngarava (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Ben Curran, Craig Ervine, Brad Evans, Innocent Kaia, Clive Madande (wk), Wessly Madhevere, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Ernest Masuku, Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri, Sikandar Raza (vc).  

• T20I Squad: Sikandar Raza (c), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Clive Madande (wk), Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Wellington Masakadza, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Milton Shumba.  

Bangladesh Squads

• Test Squad: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Khaled Ahmed, Mahidul Islam Ankon (wk), Mominul Haque, Robiul Haque, Amite Hasan (wk), Nayeem Hasan, Tanzid Hasan, Ebadot Hossain, Towhid Hridoy, Shadman Islam, Taijul Islam, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Hasan Mahmud, Mushfiqur Rahim.  

• ODI Squad: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Najmul Hossain Shanto (vc), Taskin Ahmed, Parvez Hossain Emon (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Nurul Hasan, Saif Hassan, Mosaddek Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanvir Islam, Towhid Hridoy, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, Soumya Sarkar.  

• T20I Squad: Towhid Hridoy (c), Nasum Ahmed, Yasir Ali, Parvez Hossain Emon (wk), Mahedi Hasan, Nurul Hasan (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Saif Hassan, Mosaddek Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, Mohammad Saifuddin, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain.  

Where to Watch BAN vs ZIM Live Streaming

Finding an official broadcast link is critical for fans looking to catch every ball cleanly without interruptions. For the 2026 series, multi-platform streaming rights ensure that global audences have access:

• India: Cricket fans across the Indian subcontinent can view the entire tour live on the FanCode app and website. Users can purchase a specific tour pass or an institutional monthly subscription to stream high-definition coverage.

• Bangladesh: Local domestic broadcasting is shared between traditional sports network giants GTV and T-Sports, alongside digital access via the Rabbitholebd platform and the Toffee App.

• Zimbabwe & Sub-Saharan Africa: The long-standing broadcasting home of African cricket, SuperSport, delivers standard digital satellite television and streaming coverage on the SuperSport app.

Strategic Analysis & Key Matchup Highlights

The 2026 tour has thrown standard predictions out the window. Zimbabwe used their home-soil advantage early, delivering an outstanding performance in the Only Test match. Behind Innocent Kaia's spectacular maiden Test century (140 runs) and deadly variations from young seamer Newman Nyamhuri, Zimbabwe defeated Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs—marking their largest ever Test triumph in history.  

The ODI phase saw Zimbabwe secure the series 2-1, but Bangladesh mounted an aggressive comeback during the final dead-rubber ODI match, with Tanzid Hasan executing a stunning 94-run knock to avoid a whitewash. In the T20I arena, the stakes are locked even closer, showcasing explosive performances from international phenomenons like Sikandar Raza and Mohammad Saifuddin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary focal point of the BAN vs ZIM Series Guide?

The primary focus of our BAN vs ZIM Series Guide is to offer viewers real-time tracking, full-squad changes, injury replacements, and confirmed streaming parameters for the multi-format 2026 bilateral tour.

Who is leading the T20I squad for Bangladesh on this tour?

Young top-order batsman Towhid Hridoy is captaining the Bangladesh T20I contingent in Zimbabwe, stepping up amidst a refreshing transitional phase in Bangladesh’s short-format infrastructure.

Where can I stream the matches live from India?

Indian subcontinental viewers can track live high-definition feeds exclusively via the FanCode digital sports application or via their direct web browsers.

Stay Connected with International Cricket

To get up-to-the-minute details, match commentaries, and real-time analytical tables on this series and future international fixtures, make sure to browse these authoritative resources:

• Follow the live progression and official statements via the ICC Official Website.

• Review ball-by-ball analysis and technical breakdowns on ESPNcricinfo Tour Hub.

• Watch live matches and real-time coverage sequences on FanCode Live Streaming.