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The Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team rivalry has produced several memorable contests across Test, One Day International (ODI), and Twenty20 International (T20I) cricket. While Pakistan has traditionally dominated the head-to-head record, Zimbabwe has occasionally delivered remarkable performances that have surprised cricket fans around the world. Their encounters have featured outstanding batting displays, match-winning bowling spells, and thrilling finishes. From historic Test battles to closely fought limited-overs matches, every contest has contributed to the growing cricketing history between the two nations. These statistics highlight the overall record, key achievements, and memorable moments shared by both teams.
Latest Matches Table
Recent ODI and T20I Encounters between Pakistan and Zimbabwe
| Date | Format | Venue | Result | Winner |
| Nov 28, 2024 | ODI | Bulawayo, Zimbabwe | Pakistan won by 99 runs | Pakistan |
| Nov 26, 2024 | ODI | Bulawayo, Zimbabwe | Pakistan won by 10 wickets | Pakistan |
| Nov 24, 2024 | ODI | Bulawayo, Zimbabwe | Zimbabwe won by 80 runs (DLS) | Zimbabwe |
| Nov 18, 2025 | T20I | Rawalpindi, Pakistan | Pakistan won by 5 wickets | Pakistan |
All-Time Head-to-Head Record Table
Head-to-Head Statistics: Pakistan National Cricket Team vs. Zimbabwe National Cricket Team
| Format | Total Matches | Pakistan Wins | Zimbabwe Wins | Tied / No Result |
| Test | 19 | 12 | 3 | 4 |
| ODI | 65 | 56 | 6 | 3 (1 Tied, 2 NR) |
| T20I | 22 | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| Overall | 106 | 87 | 12 | 7 |
All-Time Batting Leaders Table (Kolkata vs Delhi Capitals)
Leading Run Scorers in IPL Matches Between KKR and DC
| Batter | Team | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average |
| Gautam Gambhir | KKR / DC | 20 | 569 | 86 | 31.61 |
| Shreyas Iyer | DC / KKR | 14 | 503 | 93* | 45.72 |
| Rishabh Pant | Delhi Capitals | 16 | 412 | 64 | 27.46 |
| Robin Uthappa | Kolkata Knight Riders | 14 | 392 | 60* | 32.66 |
| David Warner | Delhi Capitals | 11 | 356 | 68 | 32.36 |
All-Time Bowling Leaders Table (Kolkata vs Delhi Capitals)
Leading Wicket Takers in IPL Matches Between KKR and DC
| Bowler | Team | Overs | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy |
| Sunil Narine | Kolkata Knight Riders | 84.0 | 26 | 4/19 | 6.82 |
| Umesh Yadav | DC / KKR | 62.1 | 21 | 4/24 | 7.42 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC / KKR | 34.0 | 18 | 4/14 | 7.15 |
| Andre Russell | Kolkata Knight Riders | 42.3 | 15 | 3/20 | 8.35 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | Kolkata Knight Riders | 36.0 | 14 | 5/20 | 7.12 |
Match Summary
- Zimbabwe: 147/8 (20.0 Overs)
- Pakistan: 151/5 (19.2 Overs)
- Result: Pakistan won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Innings Breakdown
1st Innings — Zimbabwe
- Powerplay (Overs 1–6): 59/0 (Aggressive start by openers)
- Middle Overs (Overs 7–15): 41/3 (Middle-order faltered against spin)
- Death Overs (Overs 16–20): 47/5 (Late collapse due to tight bowling)
- 2nd Innings — Pakistan
- Powerplay (Overs 1–6): 48/2 (Steady chase setup)
- Middle Overs (Overs 7–15): 68/2 (Rebuilding phase)
- Death Overs (Overs 16–19.2): 35/1 (Accelerated to close the game smoothly)
Fall of Wickets
Zimbabwe (147/8)
- 53-1 (Brian Bennett, 5.4 ov)
- 88-2 (Tadiwanashe Marumani, 10.1 ov)
- 100-3 (Sikandar Raza, 13.1 ov)
- 112-4 (Ryan Burl, 15.2 ov)
- 126-5 (Clive Madande, 17.0 ov)
- 138-6 (Wesley Madhevere, 18.3 ov)
- 142-7 (Luke Jongwe, 19.1 ov)
- 147-8 (Blessing Muzarabani, 20.0 ov)
Over-by-Over Commentary Highlights
- Over 5.4: WICKET! Brian Bennett c Babar b Nawaz 34 (19). Bennett attempts a big sweep, but gets a top edge straight to deep mid-wicket.
- Over 10.0: Drinks Break. Zimbabwe reach 88/1 with Marumani holding firm.
- Over 13.1: WICKET! Sikandar Raza b Shaheen Afridi 18 (14). A searing yorker cleans up the Zimbabwean skipper.
- Over 17.5: FOUR! Mohammad Nawaz lofts a length ball over extra cover to shift the momentum back in Pakistan’s favor.
- Over 19.2: FOUR & GAME! Nawaz hooks a short ball behind square leg for a boundary to finish off the chase.
Key Moments
- Powerplay Dominance: Zimbabwe posted 59/0 in the powerplay, putting pressure on Pakistan early.
- Spin Control: Pakistan’s spinners restricted Zimbabwe to just 41 runs during overs 7 through 15, picking up crucial wickets.
- Nawaz’s All-Round Heroics: Mohammad Nawaz restricted the run flow with 2/22 and scored an unbeaten 21 off 12 balls to pull off the victory.
Player of the Match
Player of the Match: Mohammad Nawaz (Pakistan)
Performance: 2/22 (4 Overs) & 21* off 12 balls
Final Thoughts
The statistics between Zimbabwe and Pakistan clearly reflect Pakistan’s long-standing strength in international cricket. However, Zimbabwe has consistently shown resilience and determination, producing several unforgettable victories despite facing a stronger opponent. Over the years, this rivalry has helped Zimbabwe gain valuable international experience while allowing Pakistan to showcase its depth and consistency across formats. As both teams continue to develop young talent, future meetings promise exciting cricket and fresh records. Whether in Tests, ODIs, or T20Is, matches between Zimbabwe and Pakistan remain important for fans who enjoy competitive cricket and the ever-changing nature of the international game.
FAQs
1. Who has won more matches between Zimbabwe and Pakistan?
Pakistan has won the vast majority of matches across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is, holding a dominant overall head-to-head record.
2. Have Zimbabwe ever defeated Pakistan?
Yes. Zimbabwe has defeated Pakistan in all limited-overs formats and has also recorded memorable victories that remain significant in its cricket history.
3. Which format has Pakistan dominated the most against Zimbabwe?
Pakistan has been especially dominant in Test cricket, while also maintaining a strong winning record in ODIs and T20Is.
4. Where do Zimbabwe and Pakistan usually play their matches?
Their matches are played both in Zimbabwe and Pakistan, along with occasional meetings at ICC tournaments hosted in neutral countries.
5. Who are some notable players in the Zimbabwe vs Pakistan rivalry?
Pakistan stars such as Babar Azam, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Younis Khan, Saeed Anwar, Waqar Younis, and Wasim Akram have excelled against Zimbabwe, while Zimbabwe legends like Andy Flower, Heath Streak, Brendan Taylor, and Sikandar Raza have produced memorable performances.
