South Africa vs Zimbabwe 2025 Live Streaming, Schedule, and Squad
The 2025 South Africa tour of the West Indies features a two-match Test series that will not be part of the WTC 2025-27 cycle. Here, you can find all the details regarding the South Africa vs. Zimbabwe 2025 Test series, including live streaming information, TV channels, schedule, and squad updates.
This series marks the first time since 2014 that Zimbabwe is hosting South Africa for a Test series. Although this series is not included in the WTC 2025-27 cycle, it presents a unique opportunity for Zimbabwe to test its skills against the world champions. It is important to note that this series holds significance as it allows both teams to prepare and strategize for the upcoming WTC cycle.
South Africa vs Zimbabwe Live Streaming, SA vs ZIM 2025
The Test series between South Africa and Zimbabwe will not be televised in India; however, fans can watch live streaming on the FanCode app and website (fancode.com). For the South Africa tour of Zimbabwe 2025 series, live streaming will be available on SonyLiv and JioCinema (both app and website). Additionally, Disney+ Hotstar will stream the entire five-match Test series in India.
In South Africa, SuperSport has acquired the official broadcasting rights for the two-match Test series. In Zimbabwe, ZBC TV will telecast the matches, and they will also be streamed for free on the Zimbabwe Cricket YouTube channel.
For fans in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports will provide live coverage, while Fubo TV and Willow TV will stream the red-ball series in the USA and Canada. In Pakistan, Tapmad TV will offer online viewing on both TV and mobile devices.
Broadcasting Rights, TV Channels, and Live Streaming
Cricket fans around the world can watch the South Africa Tour of Zimbabwe 2025 on 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 feature a blend of experienced players and promising newcomers. Several senior players are being rested, providing opportunities for uncapped talents like Brevis and Pretorius. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe is missing key players, including Ben Curran (hand injury), Richard Ngarava (back injury), and Sikandar Raza, who is unavailable due to his commitments in 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.