South Africa vs Zimbabwe 2025 Live Streaming, Schedule, and Squad
The South Africa tour of the West Indies 2025 features a two-match Test series, which will not be part of the WTC 2025-27 cycle. Get all the information regarding the South Africa vs Zimbabwe 2025 Test Series, including live streaming details, TV channels, schedule, and squad.
For the first time since 2014, Zimbabwe is hosting South Africa for a Test series. While this series is not part of the WTC 2025-27 cycle, it presents a unique opportunity for Zimbabwe to test their skills against the world champions. However, it’s important to note that this series holds significance as it provides both teams with an opportunity to prepare and strategize for the upcoming WTC cycle.
South Africa vs Zimbabwe Live Streaming, SA vs ZIM 2025
The South Africa vs Zimbabwe Test series won’t be televised in India; however, fan can watch live streaming on the FanCode app and website (fancode.com).
In India, live streaming of India vs England will be available on SonyLiv and JioCinema (app and website). Disney+ Hotstar will also stream the entire five-match test series in India.
In South Africa, SuperSport acquired the official broadcasting rights for the two-match test series. While in Zimbabwe, ZBC TV will telecast the matches, also Zimbabwe Cricket YouTube channel will stream the matches for free.
For fans in the United Kingdom, the Sky Sports will provide live coverage, whereas Fubo TV and Willow TV will stream the red ball series in the USA and Canada. In Pakistan, Tapmad TV will let the fans watch online on TV and Mobiles.
Broadcasting Rights, TV Channels, and Live Streaming
Cricket fans worldwide can watch the South Africa Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 through various TV channels and streaming platforms. Below are the options by region.
| Region | TV Channels | Live Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| India | None | FanCode app and website (subscription-based) |
| Zimbabwe | ZBC TV | Zimbabwe Cricket YouTube channel (potential free streams) |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport app and website (subscription-based) |
| UK | Sky Sports (TBC) | Sky Sports app or website (subscription-based) |
| USA/Canada | Willow TV (TBC) | Fubo (subscription-based) |
| Other Regions | Smartcric, Touchcric | CricHD, Webcric, Freehit EU |
South Africa Tour of Zimbabwe Schedule 2025
The series consists of two Test matches, both at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. Below is the full schedule with timings in Indian Standard Time (IST) for global fans:
| Match | Date | Venue | Start Time (IST) | Toss Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | June 28 – July 2, 2025 | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 1:30 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 2nd Test | July 6 – July 10, 2025 | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 1:30 PM | 1:00 PM |
Teams and Squads
South Africa, led by Keshav Maharaj in the absence of Temba Bavuma due to a hamstring injury, will field a mix of seasoned players and exciting newcomers. Several senior players are rested, giving opportunities to uncapped players like Brevis and Pretorius.
Zimbabwe is without Ben Curran (hand injury), Richard Ngarava (back injury), and Sikandar Raza, who is unavailable due to his commitments in the Major League Cricket (MLC).
South Africa Test Squad
Keshav Maharaj (Captain), David Bedingham, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Kwena Maphaka, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi (2nd Test only), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Lesego Senokwane, Prenelan Subrayen, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Codi Yusuf.
Zimbabwe Test Squad
Craig Ervine (Captain), Brian Bennett, Tanaka Chivanga, Trevor Gwandu, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, Wessly Madhevere, Clive Madande (wk), Vincent Masekesa, Wellington Masakadza, Prince Masvaure, Kundai Matigimu, Blessing Muzarabani, Newman Nyamhuri, Tafadzwa Tsiga (wk), Nicholas Welch, Sean Williams.