# Australia cricket tour of Zimbabwe

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/australia-cricket-tour-of-zimbabwe
> Updated: 2026-09-14T07:38:36.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Zimbabwe has announced a 15-man squad for an upcoming three-match One-Day International (ODI) series against Australia at the Harare Sports Club. Sikandar Raza will captain the side in place of Richard Ngarava, who is sidelined with a lower-back injury. The squad also faces absences due to injuries to Tanaka Chivanga and Clive Madande, though experienced players Brendan Taylor and Graeme Cremer have returned to the lineup.

For Australia, the series in Zimbabwe and South Africa serves as vital preparation for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Stand-in captain Mitchell Marsh noted that the tour provides essential exposure for younger players, while bowler Nathan Ellis intends to use the matches to secure his position for the upcoming tournament.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-14: Australia uses Zimbabwe and South Africa tours to prepare for 2027 World Cup

Australia views its upcoming ODI series in Zimbabwe and South Africa as critical preparation for the 2027 Cricket World Cup, offering vital experience in regional playing conditions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/australia-uses-zimbabwe-and-south-africa-tours-to-prepare-for-2027-world-cup

### 2026-09-13: Zimbabwe names ODI squad for series against Australia

Sikandar Raza will captain Zimbabwe in an upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia following Richard Ngarava's injury. The series takes place in Harare this September.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zimbabwe-names-odi-squad-for-series-against-australia

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