India will begin their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe on July 23, with all matches set to be played at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. The series gives India an opportunity to test emerging talent ahead of a packed international season, while Zimbabwe will aim to make the most of home conditions under captain Sikandar Raza.
India vs Zimbabwe T20I Schedule
1st T20I
- Date: July 23, 2026 (Thursday)
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
- Time: 4:30 PM IST
2nd T20I
- Date: July 25, 2026 (Saturday)
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
- Time: 4:30 PM IST
3rd T20I
- Date: July 26, 2026 (Sunday)
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
- Time: 4:30 PM IST
All Matches in Harare
The entire series will be hosted at the Harare Sports Club, ensuring consistent playing conditions for both teams. After the opening match on July 23, the teams will have a day’s break before the final two games are played on consecutive days. All matches will begin at 4:30 PM IST.
India Bank on Young Talent
India will be led by Shreyas Iyer, with Tilak Varma serving as vice-captain. The squad blends experienced internationals with promising youngsters.
Batters Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Rinku Singh and Suryansh Shedge will look to impress, while Ishan Kishan and Prabhsimran Singh are the wicketkeeping options.
The pace attack includes Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Yash Thakur and Ashok Sharma, while Varun Chakaravarthy and Harsh Dubey will lead the spin department.
Zimbabwe Rely on Experienced Core
Zimbabwe will be captained by all-rounder Sikandar Raza. The hosts have retained experienced players such as Ryan Burl, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers and Ben Curran, while Clive Madande is expected to keep wickets.
The bowling attack will be led by pacers Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava, with Wellington Masakadza providing spin support.
India Squad
Shreyas Iyer (Captain), Tilak Varma (Vice-Captain), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Suryansh Shedge, Harsh Dubey, Varun Chakaravarthy, Prince Yadav, Yash Thakur, Ashok Sharma, Mayank Yadav.
Zimbabwe Squad
Sikandar Raza (Captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Ben Curran, Brad Evans, Clive Madande (WK), Tinotenda Maposa, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wellington Masakadza, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri and Milton Shumba.