Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — international cricket 2026
Zimbabwe take on Bangladesh in international cricket 2026 at Harare Sports Club, Harare on July 9, 2026, with play starting at 12:45 PM IST. ZIM arrive with 0 wins from their last 5, BAN with 3 from 5. BAN hold the edge in their recent meetings, 3–1. Innings at this ground have averaged 153 across 7 completed matches. Tanzid Hasan is the form pick of the two squads with 299 runs in 6 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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The match ended as a thrilling contest between ZIM and BAN. Sam Curran was the standout batter, scoring 111 off 135 balls. Richard Ngarava led the bowling attack with 3/55.
Harare Sports Club, Harare has averaged 153 runs an innings this season, from 7 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 125 to 255, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Zimbabwe are still looking for a win in their last 5 recent outings — a response is due.
Bangladesh are in strong recent recent form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Key Players to Watch
193 runs and 15 wickets in 10 matches in international cricket 2026 makes Brad Evans one of ZIM's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 93.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 161.
Richard Ngarava brings 46 runs and 21 wickets in 8 matches to this fixture for ZIM, averaging 103 fantasy points a game and with a best of 213.
Blessing Muzarabani has 11 runs and 22 wickets in 11 matches for ZIM in international cricket 2026, averaging 84.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 299.
100 runs and 5 wickets in 9 matches in international cricket 2026 makes Sikandar Raza one of ZIM's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 44 fantasy points a game and with a best of 102.
Tanzid Hasan brings 299 runs in 6 matches to this fixture for BAN, averaging 77 fantasy points a game and with a best of 127.
Mohammad Saifuddin has 32 runs and 6 wickets in 4 matches for BAN in international cricket 2026, averaging 73 fantasy points a game and with a best of 101.
5 runs and 12 wickets in 4 matches in international cricket 2026 makes Nahid Rana one of BAN's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 114.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 212.
Shoriful Islam brings 35 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for BAN, averaging 69 fantasy points a game and with a best of 154.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
299 runs in 6 matches for BAN in international cricket 2026 at 77 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
193 runs and 15 wickets in 10 matches for ZIM in international cricket 2026 at 93.6 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
193 runs and 15 wickets in 10 matches for ZIM in international cricket 2026 at 93.6 points a game — a high-floor pick.
46 runs and 21 wickets in 8 matches for ZIM in international cricket 2026 at 103 points a game — a high-floor pick.
299 runs in 6 matches for BAN in international cricket 2026 at 77 points a game — a high-floor pick.
32 runs and 6 wickets in 4 matches for BAN in international cricket 2026 at 73 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In international cricket 2026, Blessing Muzarabani has already posted a single-match best of 299 fantasy points against a 84.5-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In international cricket 2026, Tanvir Islam has already posted a single-match best of 243 fantasy points against a 166-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Bangladesh have the better recent record in this fixture (3–1), but Zimbabwe will fancy their chances of turning it around.
Innings at this ground have averaged 153, which is close to par for the format — that argues for a balanced XI and for spending your budget on multi-discipline players rather than chasing a single big score.
Match Trivia
This is their 8th meeting in international cricket 2026.
The highest individual score at Harare Sports Club, Harare in international cricket 2026 is Innocent Kaia's 140 off 227 balls.
The best bowling figures at Harare Sports Club, Harare in international cricket 2026 are Tanvir Islam's 7/138.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh?
Bangladesh have the better recent record in this fixture (3–1), but Zimbabwe will fancy their chances of turning it around.
Who should be captain for Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh in fantasy cricket?
Tanzid Hasan is the top captain pick, with Brad Evans as vice-captain. 299 runs in 6 matches for BAN in international cricket 2026 at 77 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for Harare Sports Club, Harare?
Harare Sports Club, Harare has averaged 153 runs an innings this season, from 7 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 125 to 255, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list.
When is Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh?
Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh is scheduled for July 9, 2026 at 12:45 PM IST, Harare Sports Club, Harare.
What is the head-to-head record between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh?
BAN lead 3–1 across their last 7 meetings.
How have Zimbabwe and Bangladesh been performing recently?
Zimbabwe are still looking for a win in their last 5 recent outings — a response is due. Bangladesh are in strong recent recent form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Who is a good differential pick for Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh?
Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM) — In international cricket 2026, Blessing Muzarabani has already posted a single-match best of 299 fantasy points against a 84.5-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh?
This is their 8th meeting in international cricket 2026. The highest individual score at Harare Sports Club, Harare in international cricket 2026 is Innocent Kaia's 140 off 227 balls. The best bowling figures at Harare Sports Club, Harare in international cricket 2026 are Tanvir Islam's 7/138.
What's a good fantasy XI for Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan, Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Brad Evans, Mohammad Saifuddin, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Nahid Rana, Sikandar Raza, Shoriful Islam. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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