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

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