Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs India National Cricket Team Timeline from 1992

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The cricketing journey between Zimbabwe and India has been an interesting one, marked by key moments and unforgettable performances. Since Zimbabwe’s debut in international cricket, their contests with India have offered fans a unique blend of competitiveness and memorable moments.

As someone who has closely followed this timeline, I’ve seen the evolution of these two teams, from Zimbabwe’s early promise to India’s dominance on the world stage. Let’s take a detailed look at the journey from 1992 to 2024, reflecting on the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs India National Cricket Team Timeline from 1992 – 2024

India vs Zimbabwe T20I Matches Timeline

1. 2010 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

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1st T20I: Harare (June 12, 2010)

Zimbabwe: 111/9 (20 overs)
India: 112/4 (15 overs)
Result: India won by 6 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s batting struggled as India’s disciplined bowling attack took control. Chamu Chibhabha top-scored with 40 runs off 30 balls, but the rest of the lineup faltered.
Vinay Kumar (3/24) and Pragyan Ojha (2/11) were the pick of India’s bowlers, putting Zimbabwe under immense pressure.
India’s chase was smooth, with Yusuf Pathan’s quickfire 37* off 24 balls leading the charge. India reached 112/4 in just 15 overs, sealing a 6-wicket win and taking a 1-0 lead in the series.

2nd T20I: Harare (June 13, 2010)

Zimbabwe: 140/5 (20 overs)
India: 144/3 (18 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Tatenda Taibu’s unbeaten 45* helped Zimbabwe post a respectable total of 140/5, while India’s Ashok Dinda bowled economically, taking 2/15.
India’s response was led by captain Suresh Raina, who played a captain’s knock of 72* off 44 balls. His controlled yet aggressive innings ensured India chased down the target comfortably in 18 overs.
With this win, India secured the series 2-0, displaying their dominance throughout the tour.

2. 2015 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

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1st T20I: Harare (July 17, 2015)

India: 178/5 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 124/7 (20 overs)
Result: India won by 54 runs
Key Performances:

India’s batting, led by Robin Uthappa’s 39* off 35 balls, helped them post 178/5.
Axar Patel’s brilliant 3/17 ensured Zimbabwe never came close in the chase, finishing at 124/7.

2nd T20I: Harare (July 19, 2015)

Zimbabwe: 145/7 (20 overs)
India: 135/9 (20 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 10 runs
Key Performances:

Chamu Chibhabha’s 67 off 51 balls guided Zimbabwe to a competitive 145/7.
Graeme Cremer’s 3/18 helped Zimbabwe defend the total as India fell short at 135/9.

3. 2016 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

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1st T20I: Harare (June 18, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 170/6 (20 overs)
India: 168/6 (20 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 2 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe posted a competitive 170/6, with Elton Chigumbura smashing a blistering 54* off 26 balls.
India, despite Mandeep Singh’s 31 and MS Dhoni’s 19*, fell short by 2 runs, ending at 168/6. Neville Madziva bowled a superb final over to secure a narrow win for Zimbabwe.

2nd T20I: Harare (June 20, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 99/9 (20 overs)
India: 100/0 (13.1 overs)
Result: India won by 10 wickets
Key Performances:

India’s bowlers dominated, restricting Zimbabwe to 99/9, with Barinder Sran taking 4/10.
India’s openers, KL Rahul (47*) and Mandeep Singh (52*), chased down the target with ease, leveling the series 1-1.

3rd T20I: Harare (June 22, 2016)

India: 138/6 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 135/6 (20 overs)
Result: India won by 3 runs
Key Performances:

Kedar Jadhav’s 58* guided India to 138/6 in a low-scoring game.
Zimbabwe’s chase faltered, and despite a late charge, they fell short by 3 runs, with Jasprit Bumrah’s 3/11 proving decisive.

4. India vs Zimbabwe – 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup (Super 12)

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Match: Melbourne (November 6, 2022)

India: 186/5 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 115 (17.2 overs)
Result: India won by 71 runs
Key Performances:

India’s innings was powered by KL Rahul’s 51 and Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive 61* off just 25 balls, helping them post a competitive 186/5.
Zimbabwe’s chase started disastrously, losing a wicket on the very first ball. Despite efforts from Sikandar Raza (34), the Zimbabwean team was bowled out for 115.
Ravichandran Ashwin’s 3/22 and impactful bowling performances from Hardik Pandya (2/16) and Mohammed Shami (2/14) sealed a dominant victory for India.

This victory ensured India topped their group, advancing to the semi-finals to face England.

5. 2024 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

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1st T20I: Harare (July 6, 2024)

Zimbabwe: 115/9 (20 overs)
India: 102 all out (19.5 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 13 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s lower-order contributions helped them reach 115/9 in their 20 overs.
India’s chase faltered as they struggled against Zimbabwe’s disciplined bowling, with only a few batsmen reaching double figures.
Richard Ngarava was the standout bowler for Zimbabwe, taking 3/18, ensuring Zimbabwe defended their modest total and won by 13 runs.

2nd T20I: Harare (July 7, 2024)

India: 234/2 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 134 all out (18.4 overs)
Result: India won by 100 runs
Key Performances:

India posted a mammoth 234/2, powered by an unbeaten century from Ruturaj Gaikwad (111* off 57 balls) and a blistering 76 from Shubman Gill.
Zimbabwe crumbled under the pressure of the massive chase, with no batsman able to settle, as Ravi Bishnoi (4/25) tore through their batting lineup.
India won convincingly by 100 runs, leveling the series.

3rd T20I: Harare (July 10, 2024)

India: 182/4 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 159/6 (20 overs)
Result: India won by 23 runs
Key Performances:

Suryakumar Yadav’s 66 off 36 balls propelled India to a challenging 182/4.
Zimbabwe’s chase started well, but they lost momentum in the middle overs, with Sean Williams top-scoring with 41.
India’s bowlers held their nerve in the death overs, with Deepak Chahar (2/29) playing a crucial role, leading India to a 23-run victory.

4th T20I: Harare (July 13, 2024)

Zimbabwe: 152/7 (20 overs)
India: 156/0 (15.2 overs)
Result: India won by 10 wickets (with 28 balls remaining)
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe posted 152/7, with Luke Jongwe’s late flurry of 36* helping them set a respectable total.
India’s openers, Ruturaj Gaikwad (86* off 47) and Shubman Gill (61* off 45), chased down the target effortlessly in just 15.2 overs, winning by 10 wickets and taking a 3-1 lead in the series.

5th T20I: Harare (July 14, 2024)

India: 167/6 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 125 all out (18.3 overs)
Result: India won by 42 runs
Key Performances:

India set a target of 168, with contributions from Sanju Samson (45 off 30) and Axar Patel (34* off 19).
Zimbabwe’s batting faltered once again, with only Sikandar Raza (39) offering resistance. Kuldeep Yadav’s 3/21 helped India bowl out Zimbabwe for 125, securing a 42-run victory and sealing the series 4-1.

India vs Zimbabwe ODI Matches Timeline

1. Prudential World Cup (1983) – India vs Zimbabwe

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Match: Grace Road, Leicester (June 11, 1983)

Zimbabwe: 155 all out (51.4 overs)
India: 157/5 (37.3 overs)
Result: India won by 5 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe, making their World Cup debut, put up a total of 155. Despite their low score, they showed resilience with contributions from their middle order.
India, led by a solid innings from Mohinder Amarnath and a steady chase, reached the target comfortably in 37.3 overs, winning by 5 wickets.
India’s victory in this match laid the foundation for their remarkable run in the 1983 World Cup, which they ultimately went on to win.

2. Reliance World Cup (1987) – India vs Zimbabwe

Match: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (October 17, 1987)

Zimbabwe: 135 all out (44.2 overs)
India: 136/2 (27.5 overs)
Result: India won by 8 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe struggled, with Andy Pycroft’s 61 being their only notable score as Manoj Prabhakar (4/19) led India’s bowling attack.
India chased down the modest target easily, with Sunil Gavaskar (43) and Dilip Vengsarkar (46*) guiding India to an 8-wicket victory.

3. Benson & Hedges World Cup (1991/92) – India vs Zimbabwe

19th Match: Seddon Park, Hamilton (March 7, 1992)

India: 203/7 (32 overs, revised target)
Zimbabwe: 104/1 (19.1 overs)
Result: India won by 55 runs (most productive overs method)
Key Performances:

India’s innings was powered by Sachin Tendulkar’s brilliant 81 off 77 balls, with support from Sanjay Manjrekar’s 34, helping them reach 203/7 in 32 overs.
Zimbabwe, chasing a revised target due to rain, started steadily with Andy Flower’s unbeaten 43, but their innings was interrupted at 104/1 in 19.1 overs.
India won by 55 runs via the most productive overs method, a rain rule used during the 1992 World Cup.

4. India in Zimbabwe ODI Match (1992/93)

Only ODI: Harare Sports Club, Harare (October 25, 1992)

India: 239 all out (49.4 overs)
Zimbabwe: 209 all out (49.1 overs)
Result: India won by 30 runs
Key Performances:

India set a competitive total of 239, thanks to Sanjay Manjrekar’s crucial 70 off 70 balls and support from Sachin Tendulkar (39) and Pravin Amre (36).
Zimbabwe, in response, fought hard with Andy Flower top-scoring with 62, but Javagal Srinath’s (3/40) bowling and efficient fielding ensured they fell short, getting bowled out for 209.
India won the one-match series 1-0, with Manjrekar’s innings proving pivotal in securing the victory.

5. Zimbabwe in India ODI Series (1992/93)

1st ODI: Faridabad (March 19, 1993)

India: 249/7 (48 overs)
Zimbabwe: 182 all out (46.2 overs)
Result: India won by 67 runs
Key Performances:

Vinod Kambli top-scored with a brilliant 80, while Prabhakar contributed 56.
Javagal Srinath was key with the ball, taking 3/38 as Zimbabwe fell 67 runs short.

2nd ODI: Indore (March 22, 1993)

India: 225/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 187 all out (48.2 overs)
Result: India won by 38 runs
Key Performances:

Mohammad Azharuddin’s steady knock guided India to 225.
Zimbabwe struggled against Kumble and Srinath, getting bowled out for 187.

3rd ODI: Jaipur (March 25, 1993)

India: 248/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 199 all out (48.3 overs)
Result: India won by 49 runs
Key Performances:

Kambli once again starred with the bat, leading India to 248.
Zimbabwe, despite solid contributions, couldn’t chase down the total as India’s bowlers wrapped up the series 3-0.

6. C.A.B. Jubilee Tournament (Hero Cup) 1993/94 – India vs Zimbabwe

Match 1: Kanpur (November 7, 1993)

India: 206/3 (44.4 overs)
Zimbabwe: 205 all out (50 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe posted a competitive total of 205, with contributions from Andy Flower and Alistair Campbell.
India’s chase was led by Vinod Kambli’s unbeaten 89*, while captain Mohammad Azharuddin contributed with a steady 55, guiding India to a comfortable 7-wicket victory with 32 balls remaining.

7. Wills World Cup (1995/96) – India vs Zimbabwe

29th Match: Green Park, Kanpur (March 6, 1996)

India: 247/5 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 207 all out (49.4 overs)
Result: India won by 40 runs
Key Performances:

Navjot Sidhu anchored India’s innings with 80 runs, while Vinod Kambli played a brilliant knock of 106 off 110 balls to propel India to 247/5 in their 50 overs.
Zimbabwe, in reply, managed 207, with Andy Flower (28) and Heath Streak (30) offering some resistance, but they couldn’t chase the target. Anil Kumble and Javagal Srinath took two wickets each, helping India secure a 40-run win.

8. Singer World Series (1996) – India vs Zimbabwe

4th Match: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo (September 1, 1996)

Zimbabwe: 226 all out (49.4 overs)
India: 229/3 (43.5 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s innings was anchored by Andy Flower’s 78 off 115 balls.
Anil Kumble was instrumental in restricting Zimbabwe, taking 4/33.
Ajay Jadeja’s composed 68 off 80 balls led India’s chase, securing a comfortable 7-wicket win.

9. Standard Bank International One-Day Series (1996/97) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: Boland Bank Park, Paarl (January 27, 1997)

Zimbabwe: 236/8 (50 overs)
India: 236 all out (49.5 overs)
Result: Match tied
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s innings was led by Adrian Campbell’s 61 off 70 balls.
India’s response was anchored by Robin Singh’s 48, but they fell short, leading to a dramatic tie after 50 overs.

8th Match: Centurion Park, Centurion (February 7, 1997)

India: 216 all out (48.4 overs)
Zimbabwe: 171/7 (33.4 overs, revised target)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets
Key Performances:

Mohammad Azharuddin top-scored for India with 44, as Eddo Brandes took 2/44.
Zimbabwe chased a revised target after rain interruptions, with Craig Evans’ 43 helping them secure a 3-wicket win.

10. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (1996/97)

1st ODI: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (February 15, 1997)

India: 168 all out (43.5 overs)
Zimbabwe: 139/2 (25.5 overs, target: 136)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 8 wickets (revised target)
Key Performances:

India struggled with the bat, managing 168 all out, with contributions from Sachin Tendulkar (41) and Mohammad Azharuddin (44).
Zimbabwe’s bowlers, led by Eddo Brandes (2/44), restricted India to a below-par total.
Zimbabwe chased a revised target of 136 with ease, thanks to a steady 43* from Craig Evans, winning by 8 wickets with 73 balls to spare.

11. Pepsi Triangular Series (1997/98) – India vs Zimbabwe

1st Match: Cuttack (October 31, 1997)

India: 275/7 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 217 all out (47.2 overs)
Result: India won by 58 runs
Key Performances:

India posted 275/7, with contributions from Sourav Ganguly (88) and Rahul Dravid (67).
Zimbabwe’s chase was led by a valiant 70 from Alistair Campbell, but they were bowled out for 217, thanks to Venkatesh Prasad’s 3/29.

2nd Match: Kanpur (November 6, 1997)

Australia: 233/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 209 all out (49 overs)
Result: Australia won by 24 runs
Key Performances:

Australia posted a defendable total of 233/6, with Steve Waugh’s 81 guiding them.
Zimbabwe’s batting effort was anchored by Grant Flower’s 65, but they fell short, losing by 24 runs as Paul Reiffel’s 3/28 halted their progress.

12. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (1998/99)

1st ODI: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (September 26, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 213 all out (50 overs)
India: 216/2 (42.2 overs)
Result: India won by 8 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe was led by Murray Goodwin’s 73, but Ajit Agarkar (3/25) restricted them to 213.
India’s chase was smooth, thanks to Sourav Ganguly’s unbeaten 87* and Rahul Dravid’s 65, winning by 8 wickets with 46 balls to spare.

2nd ODI: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (September 27, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 207 all out (49.5 overs)
India: 209/2 (47.5 overs)
Result: India won by 8 wickets
Key Performances:

Henry Olonga top-scored for Zimbabwe with 49, but Agarkar (4/45) dismantled the middle order.
India, in response, saw Ganguly score another unbeaten 107* off 129 balls, sealing the series for India.

3rd ODI: Harare Sports Club, Harare (September 30, 1998)

India: 191 all out (49.3 overs)
Zimbabwe: 192/3 (43.3 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Despite a gritty 48 from Dravid, India was bowled out for 191, with Heath Streak (3/29) leading the charge for Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe chased the target comfortably, with Andy Flower’s unbeaten 80* guiding them to a 7-wicket victory.

13. Coca-Cola Champions Trophy (1998/99) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium (November 8, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 196 all out (49.5 overs)
India: 197/3 (40.4 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Heath Streak’s 59 off 71 helped Zimbabwe reach 196.
Sachin Tendulkar’s unbeaten 118* (112 balls) powered India to a 7-wicket victory in just 40.4 overs.

Final: Sharjah (November 13, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 196/9 (50 overs)
India: 197/0 (30 overs)
Result: India won by 10 wickets
Key Performances:

India’s Sachin Tendulkar scored 124* off 92 balls, as India easily chased 196, sealing a 10-wicket win to lift the trophy.

14. ICC World Cup (1999) – India vs Zimbabwe

8th Match: Grace Road, Leicester (May 19, 1999)

Zimbabwe: 252/9 (50 overs)
India: 249 all out (45 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 3 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe posted a competitive total of 252/9, with Andy Flower anchoring the innings with an unbeaten 68*. Contributions from Grant Flower (45) and some solid lower-order batting helped Zimbabwe set a challenging target.
India, despite a strong start from Sadagoppan Ramesh (55) and Ajay Jadeja’s 43, stumbled in the chase. Three wickets from Heath Streak (3/36) and two wickets each from Henry Olonga and Grant Flower derailed India’s effort, leading to a dramatic 3-run victory for Zimbabwe.
This match was a major upset in the tournament and contributed to India’s struggles in the early stages of the 1999 World Cup.

15. Coca-Cola Singapore Challenge (1999) – India vs Zimbabwe

2nd Match: Kallang Ground, Singapore (September 4, 1999)

India: 245/6 (30 overs)
Zimbabwe: 130/8 (29 overs)
Result: India won by 115 runs
Key Performances:

India posted a strong total of 245/6 in their allotted 30 overs. Sachin Tendulkar led the charge with a scintillating 85 off 72 balls, supported by Ajay Jadeja, who retired hurt on 88 from 61 balls.
Zimbabwe’s reply faltered early, losing three quick wickets. Andy Flower’s unbeaten 63* was the only bright spot for Zimbabwe as Debasis Mohanty (3/28) and Anil Kumble (2/30) restricted them to 130/8, securing a 115-run win for India.

16. LG Cup (1999/00) – India vs Zimbabwe

6th Match: Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi (October 1, 1999)

India: 277/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 170 all out (38.3 overs)
Result: India won by 107 runs
Key Performances:

Sourav Ganguly led the way for India with a brilliant 139 off 147 balls, supported by Rahul Dravid’s 53.
Zimbabwe struggled in the chase, with only Guy Whittall (41) putting up resistance as Venkatesh Prasad (3/21) helped bowl them out for 170.

17. Coca-Cola Champions Trophy (2000/01) – India vs Zimbabwe

5th Match: Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah (October 26, 2000)

India: 253/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 240/7 (50 overs)
Result: India won by 13 runs
Key Performances:

India posted a competitive total of 253/9, with Sachin Tendulkar contributing a quick 69 off 59 balls, and Rahul Dravid stabilizing the innings with a patient 85.
Zimbabwe’s chase saw contributions from Andy Flower (84*) and Guy Whittall (58), but they fell short, managing 240/7, as Venkatesh Prasad (2/47) and Anil Kumble (2/40) held their nerve.

18. Zimbabwe in India ODI Series (2000/01)

1st ODI: Barabati Stadium, Cuttack (December 2, 2000)

Zimbabwe: 253/7 (50 overs)
India: 255/7 (47.2 overs)
Result: India won by 3 wickets
Key Performances:

Stuart Carlisle top-scored for Zimbabwe with 91, but Hemang Badani’s unbeaten 58* saw India chase down the target successfully.

2nd ODI: Motera, Ahmedabad (December 6, 2000)

India: 306/5 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 245/8 (50 overs)
Result: India won by 61 runs
Key Performances:

Sourav Ganguly led India with 144, while Zimbabwe’s Heath Streak scored a fighting 51.

3rd ODI: Jodhpur (December 8, 2000)

India: 283/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 284/9 (49.5 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 1 wicket
Key Performances:

Sachin Tendulkar’s 146 wasn’t enough, as Zimbabwe won a thrilling game with Grant Flower’s 3/43 and Andy Flower’s 70* steering them home.

4th ODI: Kanpur (December 11, 2000)

Zimbabwe: 165 all out (45.4 overs)
India: 166/1 (25 overs)
Result: India won by 9 wickets
Key Performances:

Sourav Ganguly starred again with 71*, helping India chase the modest target with ease.

5th ODI: Rajkot (December 14, 2000)

India: 301/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 262 all out (47.4 overs)
Result: India won by 39 runs
Key Performances:

Hemang Badani top-scored with 77, while Ajit Agarkar’s 3/26 helped India defend the total, sealing a 4-1 series win.

19. Coca-Cola Cup (Zimbabwe) 2001 – India vs Zimbabwe

2nd Match: Harare Sports Club (June 25, 2001)

Zimbabwe: 133 all out (41.5 overs)
India: 137/1 (26.2 overs)
Result: India won by 9 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe struggled to reach 133, with only Andy Flower contributing a solid 36.
Zaheer Khan (3/14) and Harbhajan Singh (3/23) were instrumental in dismantling Zimbabwe’s batting lineup.
India’s chase was led by Sachin Tendulkar’s unbeaten 81*, securing a comfortable 9-wicket win.

3rd Match: Bulawayo (June 27, 2001)

Zimbabwe: 234/6 (50 overs)
India: 237/6 (49.2 overs)
Result: India won by 4 wickets
Key Performances:

Guy Whittall’s 58* and Grant Flower’s 4/44 were notable for Zimbabwe.
Zaheer Khan took 4/42, while Sourav Ganguly’s 85 guided India to a 4-wicket victory.

20. Zimbabwe in India ODI Series (2001/02)

1st ODI: Faridabad (March 7, 2002)

India: 274/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 277/9 (49.4 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 1 wicket

India’s Mohammad Kaif scored 56, but Zimbabwe chased successfully, led by Alistair Campbell’s 71.

2nd ODI: Mohali (March 10, 2002)

India: 300/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 227 all out (47 overs)
Result: India won by 73 runs

Dinesh Mongia’s 74 and Zaheer Khan’s 4/42 helped India secure victory.

3rd ODI: Kochi (March 13, 2002)

India: 191 all out (48.3 overs)
Zimbabwe: 197/4 (44.2 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets

Douglas Hondo’s 4/37 restricted India as Zimbabwe chased comfortably.

4th ODI: Hyderabad (March 16, 2002)

Zimbabwe: 240/8 (50 overs)
India: 244/5 (48.1 overs)
Result: India won by 5 wickets

Yuvraj Singh’s 80* off 60 balls guided India to a thrilling win.

5th ODI: Guwahati (March 19, 2002)

India: 333/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 232 all out (42.1 overs)
Result: India won by 101 runs

Dinesh Mongia’s 159* secured India’s series-clinching win.

Series Result: India won 3-2

21. ICC Champions Trophy (2002/03) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (September 14, 2002)

India: 288/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 274/8 (50 overs)
Result: India won by 14 runs
Key Performances:

India’s innings was built on Mohammad Kaif’s brilliant 111 off 112 balls, supported by Rahul Dravid’s 71.
Zimbabwe’s chase was powered by Andy Flower’s unbeaten 145 off 164 balls, but they fell short by 14 runs.
Zaheer Khan’s 4/45 played a crucial role in restricting Zimbabwe, sealing India’s victory.

22. ICC World Cup (2003) – India vs Zimbabwe

17th Match: Harare Sports Club, Harare (February 19, 2003)

India: 255/7 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 172 all out (44.4 overs)
Result: India won by 83 runs
Key Performances:

Sachin Tendulkar top-scored for India with a well-crafted 81 off 91 balls, and Rahul Dravid contributed 43*. India posted a competitive 255/7 in their 50 overs.
Zimbabwe’s chase faltered early, with Javagal Srinath (2/14) and Zaheer Khan (2/23) dismantling the top order. Tatenda Taibu’s 29* was the highest score for Zimbabwe, but they were bowled out for 172, giving India a comprehensive 83-run victory.

23. VB Series (2003/04) – India vs Zimbabwe

6th Match: Hobart (January 14, 2004)

Zimbabwe: 208/6 (50 overs)
India: 211/3 (37.4 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe set 208, led by Sean Ervine’s 67.
India’s chase was smooth, with Virender Sehwag’s quick 90 off 99 balls guiding them to a comfortable win by 7 wickets.

8th Match: Adelaide (January 24, 2004)

India: 280/7 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 215 all out (48.5 overs)
Result: India won by 65 runs
Key Performances:

India’s innings was powered by Sachin Tendulkar’s 91, while Zimbabwe fell short, with Dion Ebrahim’s 54 being their top score.

24. Videocon Triangular Series (2005) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: Harare Sports Club (August 29, 2005)

India: 276 all out (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 65 all out (24.3 overs)
Result: India won by 161 runs
Key Performances:

India posted a strong total of 276, led by Mohammad Kaif’s patient 65 and key lower-order contributions.
Zimbabwe’s batting collapsed under Irfan Pathan’s devastating spell of 5/27, with Zimbabwe being bowled out for just 65, resulting in a massive 161-run win for India.

6th Match: Harare Sports Club (September 4, 2005)

Zimbabwe: 250 all out (50 overs)
India: 255/6 (48.1 overs)
Result: India won by 4 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe put up a fighting total of 250, with Charles Coventry top-scoring with 74.
India’s chase was anchored by Yuvraj Singh’s outstanding 120 off 124 balls, ensuring a 4-wicket victory.

25. Zimbabwe Triangular Series (2010) – India vs Zimbabwe

1st Match: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (May 28, 2010)

India: 285/5 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 289/4 (48.2 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets
Key Performances:

India set a target of 285, thanks to Rohit Sharma’s century (114 off 119 balls).
Zimbabwe chased it down with ease, led by Brendan Taylor’s brilliant 81* and Craig Ervine’s 67, securing a 6-wicket victory with 10 balls to spare.

4th Match: Harare Sports Club (June 3, 2010)

India: 194/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 197/3 (38.2 overs)
Result: Zimbabwe won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

India was restricted to 194, with Yusuf Pathan’s 44 being the highest score.
Zimbabwe chased the target comfortably, with Brendan Taylor again leading the way with 74*, ensuring a 7-wicket win.

26. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2013)

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1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (July 24, 2013)

Zimbabwe: 228/7 (50 overs)
India: 230/4 (44.5 overs)
Result: India won by 6 wickets

Key Performances: Virat Kohli’s 115 helped India chase the target with ease.

2nd ODI: Harare (July 26, 2013)

India: 294/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 236/9 (50 overs)
Result: India won by 58 runs

Key Performances: Shikhar Dhawan scored 116, while Jaydev Unadkat took 4/41.

3rd ODI: Harare (July 28, 2013)

Zimbabwe: 183 all out (46 overs)
India: 187/3 (35.3 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets

Key Performances: Amit Mishra’s 4/47 and Virat Kohli’s 68* sealed India’s win.

4th ODI: Bulawayo (August 1, 2013)

Zimbabwe: 144 all out (42.4 overs)
India: 145/1 (30.5 overs)
Result: India won by 9 wickets

Key Performances: Suresh Raina’s 65* and Amit Mishra’s 3/25 helped India dominate.

5th ODI: Bulawayo (August 3, 2013)

Zimbabwe: 163 all out (39.5 overs)
India: 167/3 (34 overs)
Result: India won by 7 wickets

Key Performances: Amit Mishra took 6/48, securing India’s series sweep.

27. ICC World Cup (2015) – India vs Zimbabwe

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39th Match, Pool B: Eden Park, Auckland (March 14, 2015)

Zimbabwe: 287 all out (48.5 overs)
India: 288/4 (48.4 overs)
Result: India won by 6 wickets
Key Performances:

Brendan Taylor, playing his final ODI for Zimbabwe, scored a magnificent 138 off 110 balls.
Suresh Raina’s unbeaten 110* and MS Dhoni’s 85* anchored India’s chase, securing a 6-wicket victory with 8 balls to spare.

28. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2015)

1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (July 10, 2015)

India: 255/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 251/7 (50 overs)
Result: India won by 4 runs
Key Performances:

Ambati Rayudu scored a brilliant unbeaten 124, anchoring India’s innings.
Zimbabwe’s chase fell just short despite Elton Chigumbura’s fighting 104*, with India securing a 4-run win.

2nd ODI: Harare (July 12, 2015)

India: 271/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 209 all out (49 overs)
Result: India won by 62 runs
Key Performances:

Ajinkya Rahane top-scored with 63, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s 4/33 helped restrict Zimbabwe’s chase.

3rd ODI: Harare (July 14, 2015)

India: 276/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 193 all out (42.4 overs)
Result: India won by 83 runs
Key Performances:

Kedar Jadhav’s explosive 105* off 87 balls powered India to 276. Zimbabwe struggled against Stuart Binny’s 3/55, giving India a comfortable 83-run win.

29. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2016)

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1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (June 11, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 168 all out (49.5 overs)
India: 173/1 (42.3 overs)
Result: India won by 9 wickets

KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 100* on debut, leading India to a dominant win.

2nd ODI: Harare (June 13, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 126 all out (34.3 overs)
India: 129/3 (26.5 overs)
Result: India won by 8 wickets

Barinder Sran’s 4/10 dismantled Zimbabwe, making the chase easy for India.

3rd ODI: Harare (June 15, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 123 all out (42.2 overs)
India: 126/0 (21.5 overs)
Result: India won by 10 wickets

Faiz Fazal’s 55* and KL Rahul’s 63* wrapped up a clinical 10-wicket win for India.

30. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2022)

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1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (August 18, 2022)

Zimbabwe: 189 all out (40.3 overs)
India: 192/0 (30.5 overs)
Result: India won by 10 wickets

Deepak Chahar took 3/27, and India chased easily, led by Shubman Gill’s 82*.

2nd ODI: Harare (August 20, 2022)

Zimbabwe: 161 all out (38.1 overs)
India: 167/5 (25.4 overs)
Result: India won by 5 wickets

Sanju Samson’s 43* guided India’s comfortable chase.

3rd ODI: Harare (August 22, 2022)

India: 289/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 276 all out (49.3 overs)
Result: India won by 13 runs

Shubman Gill’s 130 and Sikandar Raza’s fighting 115 highlighted the match.

India vs Zimbabwe Test Match Timeline

1. India in Zimbabwe Test Match (1992/93)

Only Test: Harare Sports Club (October 18-22, 1992)

Zimbabwe: 456 & 146/4
India: 307 all out
Result: Match drawn
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s first innings was powered by David Houghton’s 121, with Andy Flower adding 62.
John Traicos took 5/86, limiting India to 307 in their first innings, despite Sanjay Manjrekar’s resilient 104.
The match ended in a draw, with Zimbabwe avoiding defeat in their inaugural Test.

2. Zimbabwe in India Test Match (1992/93)

Only Test: Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (March 13-17, 1993)

India: 536/7d
Zimbabwe: 322 & 201 (f/o)
Result: India won by an innings and 13 runs
Key Performances:

India’s total was powered by a massive 178 from Vinod Kambli.
Zimbabwe, following on, could not prevent defeat despite Andy Flower’s fighting 62 in the first innings.
Javagal Srinath’s 6 wickets across both innings helped India secure a dominant win.

3. India in Zimbabwe Test Match (1998/99)

Only Test: Harare Sports Club (October 7-10, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 221 & 293
India: 280 & 173
Result: Zimbabwe won by 61 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s first innings was led by a gritty 87 from Murray Goodwin, while Harbhajan Singh took 5/70 for India.
India responded with 280, thanks to a solid 76 from Sachin Tendulkar, but they couldn’t build a big enough lead.
In the second innings, Zimbabwe set India a target of 235, with Grant Flower’s 106 being the standout performance.
India faltered in their chase, being bowled out for 173, as Heath Streak took 3/40, sealing a 61-run win for Zimbabwe.

4. Zimbabwe in India Test Series (2000/01)

1st Test: Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (November 18-22, 2000)

India: 458/4d & 190/3
Zimbabwe: 422/9d & 225
Result: India won by 7 wickets

Rahul Dravid’s 200* and Sachin Tendulkar’s 201* powered India to a massive first innings total. Zimbabwe responded well with 422/9d, but VVS Laxman’s 66* guided India to a comfortable win.

2nd Test: Vidarbha, Nagpur (November 25-29, 2000)

Match drawn

5. India in Zimbabwe Test Series (2001)

1st Test: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (June 7-10, 2001)

Zimbabwe: 173 & 328
India: 318 & 184/2
Result: India won by 8 wickets

Key performances: Shiv Sunder Das scored 82* to guide India to an 8-wicket win after Andy Flower’s 83 for Zimbabwe.

2nd Test: Harare Sports Club (June 15-18, 2001)

India: 237 & 234
Zimbabwe: 315 & 157/6
Result: Zimbabwe won by 4 wickets

Key performances: Grant Flower’s 86 and Andy Blignaut’s 5/74 secured Zimbabwe’s victory, leveling the series.

6. Zimbabwe in India Test Series (2001/02)

1st Test: Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground, Nagpur (February 21-25, 2002)

India: 570/7d
Zimbabwe: 287 & 182
Result: India won by an innings and 101 runs

Key Performances: Sachin Tendulkar’s 176 and Sanjay Bangar’s 100 helped India post a huge total. Anil Kumble’s 6/81 in the match ensured India won comfortably.

2nd Test: Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (February 28 – March 4, 2002)

Zimbabwe: 329 & 146
India: 354 & 126/6
Result: India won by 4 wickets

Key Performances: Harbhajan Singh’s 5/70 restricted Zimbabwe, and a steady chase led by Rahul Dravid (53*) helped India win the match and series.

7. India in Zimbabwe Test Series (2005)

1st Test: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (September 13-16, 2005)

Zimbabwe: 279 & 185
India: 554
Result: India won by an innings and 90 runs

Key Performances:
- Tatenda Taibu’s resilient 71* held Zimbabwe together in the first innings.
- VVS Laxman’s 140 and Irfan Pathan’s 5/58 powered India to a dominant victory.

2nd Test: Harare Sports Club, Harare (September 20-22, 2005)

Zimbabwe: 161 & 223
India: 366 & 20/0
Result: India won by 10 wickets

Key Performances:
- Irfan Pathan took 7/59 in the first innings, and Rahul Dravid’s 118 helped India post a commanding total, leading to a 10-wicket win.

Head-to-Head Statistics: India vs Zimbabwe (1992-2024)

Format	Matches Played	India Wins	Zimbabwe Wins	Draw/Tied
Tests	11	9	2	0
ODIs	66	54	10	2
T20Is	9	7	2	0

These statistics reflect India’s overall dominance in the rivalry, particularly in the longer formats. However, Zimbabwe’s victories, though fewer in number, have often come in unexpected and dramatic fashion, making for exciting contests.

Who Are the Key Players in the Zimbabwe vs India Rivalry?

Over the years, several key players have left a significant mark on the India vs Zimbabwe rivalry. For India, players like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and MS Dhoni have played pivotal roles in leading India to victories.

Tendulkar’s centuries against Zimbabwe remain memorable, while MS Dhoni’s cool-headed leadership helped India win critical encounters in both ODIs and T20Is.

On the Zimbabwean side, Heath Streak stands out as one of the finest bowlers to have played against India. His ability to lead from the front and his knack for breaking important partnerships made him a key player during Zimbabwe’s most competitive years.

Andy Flower and Brendan Taylor have been instrumental in Zimbabwe’s batting success against India, with their ability to anchor the innings and score under pressure.

In more recent years, players like Sikandar Raza and Sean Williams have taken on the mantle, delivering match-winning performances that have kept Zimbabwe competitive.

The Future of Zimbabwe vs India Cricket

Looking to the future, the cricketing relationship between Zimbabwe and India holds plenty of potential. Zimbabwe’s cricket board has been focused on developing young talent, and the team is starting to find a balance between experienced players and promising newcomers.

With players like Wesley Madhevere and Richard Ngarava rising through the ranks, Zimbabwe is building a foundation for future success.

India, with its vast pool of talent, is expected to remain a dominant force. The rivalry with Zimbabwe will likely continue to provide India with opportunities to experiment with its younger players while giving Zimbabwe the chance to test itself against one of the world’s best teams.

As the cricketing landscape evolves, particularly with the growing importance of T20 leagues, the matches between these two teams could take on new significance.

Conclusion

The timeline of matches between Zimbabwe and India from 1992 to 2024 has been a fascinating journey. From Zimbabwe’s early successes in the 1990s to India’s dominance in the 2000s, and the more competitive encounters in recent years, this rivalry has provided cricket fans with countless memorable moments.

As both teams continue to grow and evolve, this rivalry is sure to produce even more exciting contests in the future.

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What was the first India vs Zimbabwe cricket series?

The first India vs Zimbabwe series took place in 1992 when Zimbabwe gained Test status, and the two teams faced each other in Zimbabwe for the first time.