How to watch ZIM vs AUS ODI 2026 live: Match time, TV channel, streaming and more

Zimbabwe will welcome Australia to Harare for a three-match ODI series, beginning on September 15. It will be the first bilateral 50-over series between the two sides on Zimbabwean soil in more than 10 years.

Both teams will view the series as an important early step in their preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. For Zimbabwe, Sikandar Raza will lead the side as stand-in captain in the absence of Richard Ngarava, who is ruled out with a lower-back injury.

Zimbabwe have also brought back experienced players Brendan Taylor and Graeme Cremer, who will join a core group featuring Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl and Blessing Muzarabani.

Throughout this article, we will share complete details about the Zimbabwe vs Australia ODI series, including the match schedule, timings, TV channels, live streaming details and other important information.

Zimbabwe vs Australia 1st ODI 2026: Match time, venue and series schedule

Zimbabwe will look to continue its winning form when it faces Australia in the first ODI of the 2026 series. The hosts recently defeated Bangladesh 2-1 in an ODI series. Experienced players Brendan Taylor and Graeme Cremer have also returned to the squad. Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans will lead Zimbabwe’s pace attack.

Australia will return to Zimbabwe for their first ODI series there in several years. The visitors will use the matches to test their team combinations ahead of next year’s World Cup. Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head are expected to strengthen the top order, while Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis, Cameron Green and Matt Renshaw will look to make a strong impression.

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The first ODI between Zimbabwe and Australia will take place on Tuesday, September 15, at Harare Sports Club in Harare. The match will begin at 9:30 AM local time, 7:30 AM GMT and 1:00 PM IST. The three-match ODI series will continue with the second game on September 18 and the third on September 20.

Where to watch ZIM vs AUS ODI live: TV channels and streaming apps by country

Cricket fans around the world can watch the Zimbabwe vs Australia ODI series live through different television channels and streaming platforms. In India, the series will be available on FanCode, while viewers in Australia can follow the action on Kayo Sports and Foxtel.

Fans in the United Kingdom, Canada and Singapore can watch the Zimbabwe vs Australia ODI series live on Hotstar. Meanwhile, viewers in Pakistan and Bangladesh can follow the matches on TapMad. These platforms will provide fans with access to the exciting ODI contest between Zimbabwe and Australia.

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In Zimbabwe, cricket fans can watch the first ODI live on ZBC. With the two teams set to compete in a three-match ODI series, supporters across different countries can follow the action through their respective broadcast and streaming platforms. Here is the complete list of TV channels and streaming apps by country.

What's at Stake: squads, head-to-head record and what this series means ahead of 2027 World Cup

Australia will begin their preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup with a challenging three-match series against Zimbabwe. The head-to-head record strongly favours Australia, who have won 29 of their 33 ODI meetings against Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe have won three matches, while one game ended without a result. The series will allow both teams to test their combinations and prepare for future challenges.

For Zimbabwe, the series is a chance to build confidence against a strong Australian side. Captain Sikandar Raza will lead a squad that includes experienced players such as Craig Ervine, Brendan Taylor, Ryan Burl and Graeme Cremer. Young players like Brian Bennett and Newman Nyamhuri will also look to make an impact. Zimbabwe will aim to improve their record against Australia and strengthen their team ahead of the 2027 World Cup.

Australia have dominated the head-to-head record, winning 29 of their 33 ODIs against Zimbabwe, while Zimbabwe have won three and one match ended without a result. With both teams having different goals, the series will be important for Australia’s World Cup planning and for Zimbabwe’s preparations to compete against top opposition.

Here are the complete squad details of the Zimbabwe vs Australia ODI series 

Zimbabwe Squad

Sikandar Raza (Captain), Ben Curran, Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett, Innocent Kaia, Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Brendan Taylor, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Blessing Muzarabani, Ernest Masuku, Graeme Cremer, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza. 

Australia Squad

Mitchell Marsh (Captain), Travis Head, Matt Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Cameron Green, Oliver Peake, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis, Xavier Bartlett, Joel Davies, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Spencer Johnson, Billy Stanlake, Adam Zampa.