India tours Zimbabwe for a full white-ball series in July 2026 — 5 T20Is and 3 ODIs. Whether you’re following the young Indian squad blooding new talent or backing Zimbabwe on home soil, VividTV streams every match live in HD for free, no signup required.
India vs Zimbabwe 2026 — Match Schedule
All matches played in Harare and Bulawayo. Times shown in IST for Indian viewers.
T20I Series (5 matches)
- 1st T20I — Harare Sports Club, 4:30 PM IST
- 2nd T20I — Harare Sports Club, 4:30 PM IST
- 3rd T20I — Harare Sports Club, 4:30 PM IST
- 4th T20I — Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, 4:30 PM IST
- 5th T20I — Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, 4:30 PM IST
ODI Series (3 matches)
- 1st ODI — Harare Sports Club, 12:45 PM IST
- 2nd ODI — Harare Sports Club, 12:45 PM IST
- 3rd ODI — Queens Sports Club, 12:45 PM IST
How to Watch India vs Zimbabwe Live Free on VividTV
The tour is broadcast on multiple sports channels — Sony Sports Network holds the exclusive India rights, and Zimbabwe’s ZBC Sport broadcasts locally. On VividTV, you can catch every ball via:
- Sony Sports 1 / 2 / 3 HD — main Indian commentary feed
- Star Sports 1 Hindi HD — Hindi commentary
- Willow Cricket HD — for viewers in North America
- ZBC Sport — Zimbabwean commentary
Simply head to the Channels page, search for “Sports” and click any of the sports channels above during match hours.
Squad Preview
India Squad (Youth-Heavy)
With senior stars rested ahead of the Test tour to England, the BCCI has picked a young experimental squad. Expect fresh faces getting extended runs and Shubman Gill likely captaining. Watch for:
- New middle-order combinations being trialled
- Emerging fast bowlers competing for World Cup slots
- Wrist-spinners getting significant match time
Zimbabwe Squad
Zimbabwe field a full-strength unit at home — Sikandar Raza returning to captain the T20 side, veteran experience mixed with domestic form-picks. Home conditions plus a young Indian side means this is genuinely competitive cricket, not a one-sided affair.
Match Predictions & Key Battles
1. Sikandar Raza vs Indian spin
Raza’s all-round quality has troubled bigger sides in recent home series. Against an Indian attack featuring wrist-spin, this is the marquee sub-plot.
2. India’s opening pair
With multiple candidates competing for the opener spots ahead of the T20 World Cup cycle, every innings is an audition. Expect experimentation.
3. Bulawayo pitches
Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo has historically supported spin and produced lower-scoring games. India’s ability to adapt from batting-friendly Harare will be tested.
Why Watch on VividTV
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FAQ
What time do matches start in the UK?
T20Is at 12:00 PM UK time. ODIs at 8:15 AM UK time.
Can I watch in 4K?
Sony Sports 4K is available for select matches. Standard broadcast is 1080p HD.
Are highlights available?
Live full match coverage only. For highlights, check the home page after each match for updates.
Ready to Watch?
Head to the channels page during match time and pick your preferred commentary feed. Every India vs Zimbabwe 2026 ball, streamed live and free.