Wiaan Mulder will lead South Africa in the absence of Keshav Maharaj.
SA vs ZIM: Zimbabwe gave up an unbeatable lead over the fresh and inexperienced South African squad as they lost the first test of the series by a crushing 328 runs. In the second test between the two teams, Zimbabwe will have another opportunity to Save the series.
The final test will be held at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo from July 2 to July 6. On the days it is scheduled, the activity will begin at 1:30. South Africa was harmed. Keshav Maharaj, the team’s captain in the opening match, was injured and had to miss the match. Wiaan Mulder was consequently appointed captain.
With a century and a fifer at the end of the first test, he demonstrated exceptional skill in both areas. The bats of Lhuan dre Pretorius and Corbin Bosch helped the visitors score two more hundreds. Only Sean Williams appeared to be leading Zimbabwe, and the other batters were unable to match the performance. South Africa has a difficult task ahead of it, no matter how hard they try.
SA vs ZIM: Match Info
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | South Africa tour of Zimbabwe 2025 |
| Match | Zimbabwe vs South Africa, 2nd Test |
| Venue | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo |
| Time | 1:30 PM IST |
| Date | July 6 – July 10, 2025 (Sunday – Thursday) |
SA vs ZIM: Head-to-Head Stats: ZIM (0) – SA (9)
South Africa has now defeated Zimbabwe in nine of 10 tests played against them, including the victory in the opening match. Zimbabwe has not yet defeated the Proteas in this format. In the In the meantime, there is another similarity between these sides.
Zimbabwe
The home team was thoroughly outplayed in the first Test played here. Tanaka Chivanga’s spectacular burst reduced South Africa to 55 for 4, but Zimbabwe failed to capitalize on the situation. In the end, they surrendered 418/9.
Even though Sean Williams, the only batsman, recorded an amazing 137, they were only able to score 251 in the first innings. The team failed to overcome the first innings deficit even with Wellington Masakadza’s four wickets and fifty in the second innings.
Brian Bennett suffered a concussion in the opening innings of the first Test match. For the rest of the match, Prince Masvaure used his place. If healthy, he ought to come back for this game.
South Africa
The Proteas had an early scare in the first game due to a top-order collapse. Debutants Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Dewald Brevis, however, came to their rescue. Brevis hit 51 off 41 and Pretorius hammered 153 off 160. Corbin Bosch also recorded an undefeated century.
Then, after taking four wickets in the second innings, Wiaan Mulder scored 147. Bosch claimed five wickets in the second innings. Codi Yusuf, who made his debut with three wickets per innings, was also excellent.
Keshav Maharaj was ruled out of the team, so Wiaan Mulder will captain it. Although Lungi Ngidi was expected to play in this match, the team decided to stick with its young players.Lesego Senokwane and Senuran Muthusamy enter the the playing XI.
SA vs ZIM: Predicted Playing XI
Zimbabwe: Brian Bennett, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine (c), Nick Welch, Wessly Madhevere, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Vincent Masekesa, Tafadzwa Tsiga (wk), Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, Tanaka Chivanga
South Africa: Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder (captain), Tony de Zorzi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Codi Yusuf, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Senuran Muthusamy, Kwena Maphaka
SA vs ZIM: Live Streaming Details (India)
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SA vs ZIM: Weather Report
Clear, sunny skies are forecast for Bulawayo over the next few days. The temperature is predicted to be between 21 and 24°C with a moderate wind speed of 15 to 20 km/h. Meanwhile, 50 to 60 percent humidity is predicted to last.
SA vs ZIM: Dream11 Team & Match Prediction
- The wicketkeepers were Lhuan dre Pretorius.
- Batters: N Welch, T de Zorzi and Dewald Brevis
- All-around players: Captain- Sean Williams, Brian Bennett, Cobin Bosch, and Vice captain Wiaan Mulder
- Bowlers: Blessing Muzarabani, K Maphaka and W. Masakadza.
Prediction: Even when the big stars are rested, South Africa has some outstanding young players who can win games from any position. That was also evident during the first game. South Africa produces some outstanding players and all-rounders. Zimbabweans are overly dependent on their elders.
It backfired on them in the first game, so they need to do better. They need to find runs because their top order looked fragile in the first game. Right now, South Africa is the overwhelming favorite to win the second test.
