WTC 2027: ZIM vs NZ, Match Prediction– Who will win the Test Match?
ZIM vs NZ, Match Prediction – Today’s Match Analysis, Pitch Report, Probable Playing 11, Key Players & 100% Sure Insights. Who Will Win? Expert Predictions Inside!

Zimbabwe are towards the end of a rare period of heavy Test Cricket. They have enjoyed a good time gaining experience but will be aware that there is work to be done for them when it comes to competing with some of the big teams. New Zealand is in without some big stars as well. Kane Williamson out on the Test series being unavailable while this is also their first Test after the retirement of Tim Southee.
ZIM vs NZ Match Details
Date: July 30th, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM IST
Venue: Bulawayo
ZIM vs NZ Weather Report
Rain is in the forecast for all five days of the Test.
Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Pitch Report
The Bulawayo surface is a question with few Tests played here but the domestic tournament has been low scoring so far making it better to bat first at the moment.
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ZIM vs NZ Head to Head
Stats | Matches | ZIM Won | NZ Won | Draw | Tie |
Overall | 17 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 0 |
At Bulawayo | 7 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
Last Five Tests | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
ZIM vs NZ Predicted Playing XI
New Zealand Playing XI
Devon Conway, Will Young, Henry Nichols, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell/ Jacob Duffy, Nathan Smith, Will O Rourkee, Matt Henry,
Zimbabwe Playing XI
Nick Welch, Prince Masauvre, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine, Clive Madande, Brian Bennett, Wessly Madhevere, Wellington Masakadza, Blessings Muzarabani, Vincent Masekesa
Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Players to Watch
Devon Conway
Devon Conway's career has been in a bit of a limbo with him losing his spot across formats. With Kane Williamson out of the side Devon Conway has a rope here to get his career on track with some key runs and time in the middle.
Sean Williams
Williams comes in with immense experience and will be looking to enjoy a Test match after a period without much Test Cricket.
Zimbabwe vs New Zealand Match Tips
New Zealand start favorites with poor form from Zimbabwe in Test Cricket.
Match Prediction: New Zealand Will Win the Match
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