Black Caps in Bulawayo: NZ vs ZIM 2025 – Live Stream, Squads & Fixture Guide
Series Overview & Fixtures
- Tour Dates: July 30 → August 11, 2025
- Format: Two Test matches
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Match Schedule (Local & GMT Times)
| Match | Date | Local Time (Bulawayo) | GMT / IST Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | July 30, 2025 | 10:00 AM local | 08:00 GMT / 1:30 PM IST* |
| 2nd Test | August 7, 2025 | 10:00 AM local | 08:00 GMT / 1:30 PM IST* |
*FanCode lists start at 8:00 AM IST; may reflect broadcaster’s feed time conversion.
Squads
New Zealand (Black Caps)
- Captain: Tom Latham
- Key players: Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Will Young (batters); Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Ajaz Patel, Michael Bracewell and Daryl Mitchell (all‑rounders/bowlers)
Zimbabwe (Chevrons)
- Captain: Craig Ervine
- Main lineup: Clive Madande (wk), Roy Kaia, Ben Curran, Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Tanaka Chivanga, Vincent Masekesa, Trevor Gwandu, Nick Welch
Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
India
- Streaming: Can be watched live exclusively on FanCode (app & website)
- TV: No television broadcast in India
Zimbabwe
- TV: ZTN Prime / ZTN Zimbabwe
- Streaming: Likely via DStv or local platforms
New Zealand
- Streaming: TVNZ+
- TV: TVNZ 1; possibly Sky Sport NZ depending on rights
Pakistan, Bangladesh, UK, Rest of the World
- Pakistan: Tapmad
- Bangladesh: T Sports
- UK: TNT Sports
- Other global viewers: ICC TV website or designated broadcasters
How to Watch & Time Conversions
- FanCode (India): Stream both Tests live; no TV telecast available in India
- Local Zimbabwe broadcast: ZTN Prime/TV; streaming through DStv app
- New Zealand era viewers: Watch via TVNZ+ or TVNZ 1
- Global streaming: ICC TV or respective broadcast partners, including TNT Sports in UK etc.
Why This Series Matters
- This marks New Zealand’s first Test series in Zimbabwe since 2016, when they had secured a 2‑0 whitewash
- Zimbabwe have made four squad changes, including bringing in Ben Curran, Sikandar Raza, Roy Kaia, Tanunurwa Makoni, replacing four names from their previous Test squad
- New Zealand’s mix of experience and depth (with Santner, Conway, Duffy, Patel, Bracewell) gives them a strong edge.
Bottom Line
- The Test series kicks off July 30, 2025, with New Zealand and Zimbabwe facing off over two matches in Bulawayo.
- Fans in India can only stream via FanCode; there’s no TV coverage locally.
- Check local broadcasters like TVNZ+, ZTN Prime, or ICC TV depending on your country.
- New Zealand squad features top talent; Zimbabwe have reshuffled their side, aiming for stronger competition.
Key Reminders
- All starts are listed in local Bulawayo time (10 AM), GMT and Indian IST depending on broadcast platforms.
- No TV telecast in India—FanCode is your sole viewing option.
- Stay updated via the FanCode app or ICC website for live scores, stats and commentary.