With the ODI series on the line, Zimbabwe have the opportunity to secure the trophy when they face Bangladesh in the second match. Riding high on confidence after winning both the one-off Test and the opening ODI, the hosts claimed a 25-run victory in the series opener. After slipping to 70/8, Zimbabwe recovered through a crucial 63-run partnership between Newman Nyamhuri (33) and Richard Ngarava (27) to post 141. Their bowlers then defended the total brilliantly, with Richard Ngarava and Brad Evans taking three wickets each, while Blessing Muzarabani and Nyamhuri claimed two apiece.
Bangladesh, meanwhile, have struggled throughout the tour and remain out of form in white-ball cricket. After losing the one-off Test, they failed to chase a modest target of 142 in the first ODI and were dismissed for just 116. Nurul Hasan top-scored with 31, while Nahid Rana was the standout performer with the ball, producing an outstanding six-wicket haul, but his effort was not enough to prevent Bangladesh from falling behind in the series.
Harare Weather Today During ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI Match
Weather is expected to stay ideal for cricket during the second ODI between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh at the Harare Sports Club. Clear skies are forecast throughout the day with no chance of rain, meaning weather is unlikely to interrupt play. Temperatures will gradually rise to a pleasant 22°C, while light winds should provide comfortable playing conditions.
The morning will begin on a chilly note before conditions quickly improve. At 7:00 AM local time (10:30 AM IST), the temperature is expected to be around 8°C under sunny skies. By 8:00 AM (11:30 AM IST), it will warm up to 12°C.
As the match gets underway at 9:30 AM local time (1:00 PM IST), bright sunshine is expected with temperatures rising from 15°C at 9:00 AM to 18°C by 10:00 AM. Humidity will continue to fall from 64% to 53%, with gentle winds of around 4 mph, ensuring excellent conditions for both batters and bowlers.
During the middle phase of the game, the weather will remain unchanged. Between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM local time (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM IST), temperatures will hover between 19°C and 21°C under clear, sunny skies. Humidity is expected to reduce further from 45% to 34%, while light winds of 2-4 mph should have very little impact on play.
The warmest part of the day is expected between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM local time (6:30 PM to 7:30 PM IST), with temperatures reaching 22°C. Conditions will remain sunny, humidity will stay around 32-33%, and winds will remain light at 2 mph, making it an ideal afternoon for uninterrupted cricket.
As the match moves into the evening, temperatures will gradually cool. Around 5:00 PM local time (8:30 PM IST), it is expected to be 20°C, before dropping to 18°C by 6:00 PM (9:30 PM IST) under clear skies. Humidity will rise slightly, but with 0% chance of rain and calm winds, the weather is expected to remain favorable until the end of play.
ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI: What if it Rains Today?
If rain interrupts the second ODI between Zimbabwe and Bangladesh, the match will be governed by the ICC’s standard playing conditions for bilateral ODI series, with no reserve day available. Match officials can extend play by up to 30 to 60 minutes before reducing overs. If the delay continues, overs will be cut from both innings, and a minimum of 20 overs per side is required for a result. Should the team batting second fail to complete 20 overs, the match will be declared a No Result. If enough overs remain for a result, the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method will be used to revise the target.
A washout would benefit Zimbabwe, who already lead the three-match series 1-0 after winning the opening ODI by 25 runs. Bangladesh need a victory to level the series and force a decider, while a No Result would leave Zimbabwe in control heading into the final match. However, weather is unlikely to be a factor, with forecasts predicting clear skies and a 0% chance of rain throughout the day.
