Zimbabwe vs South Africa predictions, Mar 01, 2026

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As the T20 World Cup approaches, Zimbabwe will host South Africa on March 1, 2026, in what promises to be a highly competitive clash. Hosting the match, Zimbabwe boasts the advantage of familiar conditions and home crowd support, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 outings. This recent form indicates a resurgence in confidence and potential tactical adaptability, particularly in utilizing local pitch conditions and their spin options.

On the other hand, South Africa enters this match with an equal footing, also winning 3 of their last 5 matches. Known for their power-hitting and pace attack, South Africa’s strengths lie in their explosive batting lineup which can capitalize on any lapses in Zimbabwe’s bowling. The visitors are favored heavily by bookmakers, reflected in their odds of 1.19, suggesting they are seen as strong contenders for victory.

Both teams will need to harness their recent successes while being cautious of each other’s threats. In conclusion, while South Africa holds the edge in odds, Zimbabwe’s home advantage and recent form cannot be dismissed, making this an intriguing matchup with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Zimbabwe 19.2%

South Africa 80.8%

Outrights of T20 World Cup South Africa: 5.76%

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

19.02.26 Sri Lanka cricket – Zimbabwe cricket – 178:182 17.02.26 Ireland cricket – Zimbabwe cricket – Abandoned 13.02.26 Australia cricket – Zimbabwe cricket – 146:169 09.02.26 Oman cricket – Zimbabwe cricket – 103:106 05.02.26 Oman cricket – Zimbabwe cricket – 188:187

22.02.26 India cricket – South Africa cricket – 111:187 18.02.26 South Africa cricket – United Arab Emirates cricket – 123:122 14.02.26 New Zealand cricket – South Africa cricket – 175:178 11.02.26 Afghanistan cricket – South Africa cricket – 187:187 09.02.26 Canada cricket – South Africa cricket – 156:213

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Zimbabwe won 0.

Zimbabwe has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).

South Africa is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Zimbabwe may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, South Africa is the obvious favorite.

We predict that Zimbabwe will win today’s game, with odds of 5.02.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Zimbabwe won 0 matches, drew 1 match, lost 19 matches, and goals 3673:4871. (average 183.7:243.6).

Latest Head To Head

20.07.25 Zimbabwe cricket – South Africa cricket – 144:145 14.07.25 Zimbabwe cricket – South Africa cricket – 141:142 06.07.25 Zimbabwe cricket – South Africa cricket – 390:626 28.06.25 Zimbabwe cricket – South Africa cricket – 459:787 24.10.22 South Africa cricket – Zimbabwe cricket – Abandoned

Standings

Asia

		Pts	W	L	D	N/R		Pts
1	Nepal	5	5	0	0	0	781:612	10
2	Oman	5	4	1	0	0	601:596	8
3	United Arab Emirates	5	3	2	0	0	713:635	6
4	Qatar	5	2	3	0	0	666:703	4
5	Japan	5	1	4	0	0	651:655	2
6	Samoa	5	0	5	0	0	611:822	0

T20 World Cup Outrights

1. Australia: 1.67 (51.71%)

2. India: 4 (21.59%)

3. England W: 5.5 (15.7%)

4. South Africa: 15 (5.76%)

5. New Zealand: 34 (2.54%)

6. West Indies W: 67 (1.29%)

7. Sri Lanka: 151 (0.57%)

8. Pakistan: 301 (0.29%)

9. Bangladesh: 401 (0.22%)

10. Scotland W: 501 (0.17%)

11. Netherlands: 1001 (0.09%)

12. Ireland W: 1001 (0.09%)

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