Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs India National Cricket Team Timeline: Highest Score Matches

The journey of cricket from Zimbabwe as well as India has been an exciting one, with memorable moments and memorable performances. Since Zimbabwe’s first appearance on the international stage, their matches against India have provided fans with the chance to experience a unique mix of competition and unforgettable moments.

As one who has been following this time line, I’ve observed the development of both teams, from Zimbabwe’s initial promise to India’s dominance of the global stage. Let’s take a closer look at the progression between 1992 and 2024, and reflect on the highs and lowest points, as well as everything else in between.

Zimbabwe National Cricket Team vs India National Cricket Team Timeline from 1992 to 2024

India vs Zimbabwe T20I Matches Timeline

1. 2010 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

1st T20I: Harare (June 12, 2010)

Zimbabwe: 111/9 (20 overs)
India: 112/4 (15 overs)
Results: India won by 6 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s batsmen struggled while India’s well-organized bowling attack took over. Chamu Chibhabha scored the most with 40 runs in 30 balls, however the rest of the team struggled.
Vinay Kumar (3/24) and Pragyan Ojha (2/11) were the most popular of India’s bowlers. They put Zimbabwe under a huge pressure.
India’s chase was easy thanks to Yusuf Pathan’s fast-fire 37* off just 24 balls in the lead. India made 112/4 after just 15 overs, taking the win with a six-wicket score and gaining a 1-0 advantage for the match.

2nd T20I: Harare (June 13, 2010)

Zimbabwe: 140/5 (20 overs)
India: 144/3 (18 overs)
Results: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Tatenda Taibu’s 45* unbeaten assisted Zimbabwe achieve a decent score of 140/5. India’s Ashok Dinda was able to bowl economically by taking 2/15.
The Indian response was led by the captain Suresh Raina. He scored an innings of 72* from 44 balls. His meticulous, yet fast-paced innings made sure that India was able to reach the target easily in just 18 overs.
This victory means that India took the series to by 2-0, showing their supremacy all through the series.

2. 2015 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

1st T20I: Harare (July 17, 2015)

India: 178/5 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 124/7 (20 overs)
Results: India won by 54 runs
Key Performances:

India’s batsmen and batting, aided by Robin Uthappa’s 39* off just 35 balls, helped them score 178/5.
Axar Patel’s stunning 3/17 performance ensured Zimbabwe never got close in the race, finishing with 124/7.

2nd T20I: Harare (July 19, 2015)

Zimbabwe: 145/7 (20 overs)
India: 135/9 (20 overs)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 10 runs
Key Performances:

Chamu Chibhabha’s score of 67 off 51 balls steered Zimbabwe to a respectable 145/7.
Cremer’s 3/18 was a big help in helping Zimbabwe keep the score at a respectable level as India was unable to match the 135/9 mark.

3. 2016 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

1st T20I: Harare (June 18, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 170/6 (20 overs)
India: 168/6 (20 overs)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 2 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe recorded a spirited 170/6 score, including Elton Chigumbura smashing a blistering 54* off just 26 balls.
India even with Mandeep Singh’s 31, and MS Dhoni’s 19 score, came up short by 2 runs before finishing at 168/6. Neville Madziva bowled a superb final over to ensure an enviable win for Zimbabwe.

2nd T20I: Harare (June 20, 2016)

Zimbabwe: 99/9 (20 overs)
India: 100/0 (13.1 overs)
Results: India won by 10 wickets
Key Performances:

India’s bowlers were dominant, limiting Zimbabwe to 99/9 and Barinder Sran taking 4/10.
The openers from India, KL Rahul (47*) and Mandeep Singh (52*) were able to get past the ball easily, evening the match 1-1.

3rd T20I: Harare (June 22, 2016)

India: 138/6 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 135/6 (20 overs)
The result: India won by 3 runs
Key Performances:

Kedar Jadhav’s score of 58* paced India to an unbeatable 138/6 score in a low-scoring match.
Zimbabwe’s chase stalled after a sluggish surge, they missed by three runs in the end, with Jasprit Bumrah’s score of 3/11 becoming the decisive factor.

4. India vs Zimbabwe – 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup (Super 12)

Match: Melbourne (November 6, 2022)

India: 186/5 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 115 (17.2 overs)
The Result: India won by 71 runs
Key Performances:

India’s innings was fueled through KL Rahul’s 51 as well as Suryakumar Yadav’s blistering 60* off just 25 balls, which helped India score a respectable 186/5.
The chase in Zimbabwe started badly and ended with a loss of a wicket on the first ball. Despite the efforts of Sikandar Raza (34) and Sikandar Raza (34) the Zimbabwean team was beaten for 115.
Ravichandran’s 3/22 and the powerful bowling performances by Hardik Pandya (2/16) and Mohammed Shami (2/14) sealed an impressive victory for India.

This win ensured India was top of their group, reaching the semi-finals where they’ll play England.

5. 2024 T20I Series (India Tour of Zimbabwe)

1st T20I: Harare (July 6, 2024)

Zimbabwe: 115/9 (20 overs)
India All out 102 (19.5 overs)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 13 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s lower-order contributions enabled them to get to 115/9 in 20 overs.
India’s efforts to score a win faltered in the face of Zimbabwe’s disciplined cricket, with only a handful of batsmen hitting double figures.
Richard Ngarava was the standout bowler for Zimbabwe who took 3/18. to ensure Zimbabwe kept their modest score and prevailed the match by just 13 runs.

2nd T20I: Harare (July 7, 2024)

India: 234/2 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe 134 out (18.4 overs)
The Result: India won by 100 runs
Key Performances:

India scored a record 234/2, driven by a century unbeaten by Ruturaj Gaikwad (111* off 57 balls) and a dazzling score of 76 of Shubman Gill.
Zimbabwe fell apart under the stress of the huge chase without a batsman to hold his ground in the midst of the chase, as Ravi Bishnoi (4/25) tore through the Zimbabwean batting line-up.
India triumphed convincingly in 100-runs, bringing the series to a standstill. the series.

3rd T20I: Harare (July 10, 2024)

India: 182/4 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: 159/6 (20 overs)
Results: India won by 23 runs
Key Performances:

Suryakumar Yadav’s 66 from 36 balls helped propel India to a tense 182/4.
Zimbabwe’s chase began well however they slowed down during the middle innings, and Sean Williams top-scoring with 41.
India’s bowlers were able to hold their nerve in the last overs of the match, and with Deepak Chahar (2/29) playing a pivotal part in taking India to a victory of 23 runs.

4th T20I: Harare (July 13, 2024)

Zimbabwe: 152/7 (20 overs)
India: 156/0 (15.2 overs)
The result: India won by 10 wickets (with the remaining 28 balls)
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe scored 152/7 with Luke Jongwe’s surge of 36* helping them to reach a respectable score.
Indian openers Ruturaj Gaikwad (86* off 47) and Shubman Gill (61* off 45) were able to chase down the target with ease in only 15.2 overs with a win of 10 wickets while leading 3-1 over the other teams in this series.

5th T20I: Harare (July 14, 2024)

India: 167/6 (20 overs)
Zimbabwe: All out 125 (18.3 overs)
Results: India won by 42 runs
Key Performances:

India set a goal of 168. It also received contribution from Sanju Samson (45 off 30) and Axar Patel (34* off 19).
Zimbabwe’s batting was abysmal once more and only Sikandar Raza (39) providing resistance. Kuldeep Yadav’s 3-21 helped India take out Zimbabwe for 125 runs, taking the victory by 42 runs and sealing the series at 4-1.

India vs Zimbabwe ODI Matches Timeline

1. Prudential World Cup (1983) – India vs Zimbabwe

Match: Grace Road, Leicester (June 11, 1983)

Zimbabwe: 150 all out (51.4 overs)
India: 157/5 (37.3 overs)
Results: India won by 5 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe who made their World Cup debut, put up a total score of 155. Despite their score being low they displayed a lot of determination with the contributions of their middle order.
India and led by an impressive innings from Mohinder Amarnath, and a steady chase, was able to reach the goal comfortably in 37.3 overs. They won by five wickets.
India’s win in this match established the basis for their incredible run at 1982’s World Cup, which they eventually won.

2. Reliance World Cup (1987) – India vs Zimbabwe

Match: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai (October 17, 1987)

Zimbabwe 135 out (44.2 overs)
India: 136/2 (27.5 overs)
The result: India won by 8 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe was unable to get their act together in the first half, with Andy Pycroft’s score of 61 the only noteworthy score. Manoj Prabhakar (4/19) led India’s bowling attack.
India took on the small target with ease India easily, by using Sunil Gavaskar (43) and Dilip Vengsarkar (46*) leading India to a victory of 8 wickets.

3. Benson & Hedges World Cup (1991/92) – India vs Zimbabwe

19th Match: Seddon Park, Hamilton (March 7, 1992)

India : India: (32 overs (revised goal)
Zimbabwe: 104/1 (19.1 overs)
Results: India won by 55 runs (most efficient overs method)
Key Performances:

India’s innings was fueled by Sachin Tendulkar’s dazzling 80 off 77 balls and Sanjay Manjrekar’s 34. He helped to reach 203/7 in just 32 overs.
Zimbabwe seeking the revised target because of rain, got going with Andy Flower’s unbeaten 43 however, their innings was cut short with 104/1 within 19.1 overs.
India was victorious by 55 runs, using the most efficient overs strategy which was a rain rule that was used in the 1992 World Cup.

4. India in Zimbabwe ODI Match (1992/93)

Only ODI: Harare Sports Club, Harare (October 25, 1992)

India 239 out all the way (49.4 overs)
Zimbabwe 209 out all the way (49.1 overs)
Results: India won by 30 runs
Key Performances:

India put up a respectable total of 239 thanks to Sanjay’s pivotal 70 from 70 balls as well as assistance from Sachin Tendulkar (39) and Pravin Amre (36).
Zimbabwe as a response took on the challenge and fought hard, with Andy Flower top-scoring with 62 However, Javagal Srinath’s (3/40) bowling and shrewd fielding meant they were unable to catch up being dismissed for 209.
India won the one-match match 1-1, with Manjrekar’s bowling crucial in winning the series.

5. Zimbabwe in India ODI Series (1992/93)

1st ODI: Faridabad (March 19, 1993)

India: 249/7 (48 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 182 (46.2 overs)
Results: India won by 67 runs
Key Performances:

Vinod Kambli topped the scoring with an impressive 80 points Vinod Kambli was the top scorer, and Prabhakar scored 56.
Javagal Srinath was the key player in the field, scoring 338 runs as Zimbabwe was 67 runs behind.

2nd ODI: Indore (March 22, 1993)

India: 225/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 187 (48.2 overs)
Results: India won by 38 runs
Key Performances:

Mohammad Azharuddin’s steady strike guided India to the score of 225.
Zimbabwe was unable to overcome Kumble and Srinath and was bowled out for just 187.

3rd ODI: Jaipur (March 25, 1993)

India: 248/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 99 all out (48.3 overs)
Results: India won by 49 runs
Key Performances:

Kambli was once more on the top of the list as a batsman, taking India to 248.
Zimbabwe despite a solid performance however, were unable to match the score as India’s bowlers finished the series 3-3.

6. C.A.B. Jubilee Tournament (Hero Cup) 1993/94 – India vs Zimbabwe

Match 1: Kanpur (November 7, 1993)

India: 206/3 (44.4 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 205 (50 overs)
Results: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe recorded a record-breaking total of 205. The team also received the help of Andy Flower and Alistair Campbell.
India’s chase was dominated by Vinod Kambli’s unbeaten 89*. Captain Mohammad Azharuddin contributed with a steady 55, helping India to a 7-wicket win with just 32 balls left.

7. Wills World Cup (1995/96) – India vs Zimbabwe

29th Match: Green Park, Kanpur (March 6, 1996)

India: 247/5 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 207 (49.4 overs)
Results: India won by 40 runs
Key Performances:

Navjot Sidhu led India’s innings with a score of 80 runs, and Vinod Kambli put in a stunning innings of 110 balls for 106 to push India to 247/5 after 50 overs.
Zimbabwe as a counter, scored 207 runs and 207, With Andy Flower (28) and Heath Streak (30) offering some restraining force but they weren’t able to hit the goal. Anil Kumble, and Javagal Srinath each took two wickets each, enabling India achieve a win of 40 runs.

8. Singer World Series (1996) – India vs Zimbabwe

4th Match: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo (September 1, 1996)

Zimbabwe 226 out all the way (49.4 overs)
India: 229/3 (43.5 overs)
The result: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s innings was led with Andy Flower’s score of 78 from 115 balls.
Anil Kumble played a key role in the repression of Zimbabwe in taking 4/33.
Ajay Jadeja’s steadfast eight-ball 68 led India’s chase, winning an easy win of 7 wickets.

9. Standard Bank International One-Day Series (1996/97) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: Boland Bank Park, Paarl (January 27, 1997)

Zimbabwe: 236/8 (50 overs)
India 236 runs all-out (49.5 overs)
result Match tied
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe’s innings was dominated by Adrian Campbell’s score of 61 off 70 balls.
India’s response was driven by the 48 of Robin Singh, however, they were unable to match it which led to an exciting draw after just 50 of.

8th Match: Centurion Park, Centurion (February 7, 1997)

India India: All out 216 (48.4 overs)
Zimbabwe 171/7 (33.4 overs, updated number of overs, revised)
Ergebnis: Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets
Key Performances:

Mohammad Azharuddin top-scored for India with 44 points, while Eddo Brandes was second with 2/44.
Zimbabwe pursued a revised goal after rain interruptions. Craig Evans’ 43 helping the team win by three wickets.

10. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (1996/97)

1st ODI: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (February 15, 1997)

India All out 168 (43.5 overs)
Zimbabwe: 139/2 (25.5 overs, target: 136)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 8 wickets (revised the target)
Key Performances:

India was unable to bat, only registering just 168 out With the help of Sachin Tendulkar (41) and Mohammad Azharuddin (44).
Zimbabwe’s bowlers under the direction of Eddo Brandes (2/44) have confined India to a lower-than-par score.
Zimbabwe pursued a revised goal of 136 easily due to the steady score of 43* by Craig Evans, winning by 8 wickets, with only 73 balls left.

11. Pepsi Triangular Series (1997/98) – India vs Zimbabwe

1st Match: Cuttack (October 31, 1997)

India: 275/7 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 217 out all the way (47.2 overs)
The result: India won by 58 runs
Key Performances:

India recorded 275/7, including the help of Sourav Ganguly (88) and Rahul Dravid (67).
Zimbabwe’s chase was spearheaded by a spirited 70 by Alistair Campbell, but they were defeated by 217 in the wake of Venkatesh Prasad’s 329.

2nd Match: Kanpur (November 6, 1997)

Australia: 233/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 209 out all the way (49 overs)
Results: Australia won by 24 runs
Key Performances:

Australia has posted a respectable total of 233/6 with Steve Waugh’s 81 as their captain.
Zimbabwe’s batting was supported by Grant Flower’s 66, however, they came up short by 24 runs, falling when Paul Reiffel’s 3/28 stopped their progress.

12. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (1998/99)

1st ODI: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (September 26, 1998)

Zimbabwe 213 in (50 overs)
India: 216/2 (42.2 overs)
Results: India won by 8 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe was ruled by Murray Goodwin’s 73 however, Ajit Agarkar (3/25) limited the number of players to 213.
The chase in India was easy, due the Sourav Ganguly’s undamaged 87-plus as well as Rahul Dravid’s 65. They won by 8 wickets and the ball remaining at 46.

2nd ODI: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (September 27, 1998)

Zimbabwe 707 all out (49.5 overs)
India: 209/2 (47.5 overs)
Results: India won by 8 wickets
Key Performances:

Henry Olonga top-scored for Zimbabwe with 49 points, but Agarkar (4/45) destroyed the mid-order.
India responded, and witnessed Ganguly record an unbeatable 107 points in 129 balls, securing that series India.

3rd ODI: Harare Sports Club, Harare (September 30, 1998)

India 191 out all the way (49.3 overs)
Zimbabwe: 192/3 (43.3 overs)
The result: Zimbabwe won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Despite a strong 49 of Dravid, India was bowled out by 191 and which included Heath Streak (3/29) leading the attack for Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe took on the target with ease and Andy Flower’s unbeaten record of 80* helping them win seven wickets victory.

13. Coca-Cola Champions Trophy (1998/99) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium (November 8, 1998)

Zimbabwe All out 196 (49.5 overs)
India: 197/3 (40.4 overs)
Results: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

The 59th wicket of Heath Streak’s the 71 has helped Zimbabwe to reach the milestone of 196.
Sachin Tendulkar’s obliterated 118* (112 balls) helped propel India to victory by seven wickets in only 40.4 overs.

Final: Sharjah (November 13, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 196/9 (50 overs)
India: 197/0 (30 overs)
Results: India won by 10 wickets
Key Performances:

The Indian’s Sachin Tendulkar racked up 124 runs on 92 balls. India quickly chased 196, winning by 10 wickets to take home the trophy.

14. ICC World Cup (1999) – India vs Zimbabwe

8th Match: Grace Road, Leicester (May 19, 1999)

Zimbabwe: 252/9 (50 overs)
India 249 in (45 overs)
The result: Zimbabwe won by 3 runs
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe achieved a highly competitive score of 252/9 with Andy Flower anchoring the innings with a 68* unbeaten. The contributions of Grant Flower (45) and some good lower-order batting help Zimbabwe to set a high bar.
India, despite a solid start by Sadagoppan Ramesh (55) and Ajay Jadeja’s 43 runs, struggled during the chase. 3 wickets by Heath Streak (3/36) and two wickets of Henry Olonga and Grant Flower made India’s efforts a mess and led to a thrilling victory of three runs for Zimbabwe.
The match was a major setback during the tournament and helped India’s struggle in the beginning in the tournament of 1999. World Cup.

15. Coca-Cola Singapore Challenge (1999) – India vs Zimbabwe

2nd Match: Kallang Ground, Singapore (September 4, 1999)

India: 245/6 (30 overs)
Zimbabwe: 130/8 (29 overs)
Results: India won by 115 runs
Key Performances:

India put up a solid total of 245/6 over the allotted 30 overs. Sachin Tendulkar was the leader with a thrilling 85 off 72 balls. He was assisted by Ajay Jadeja, who was injured on 88 off 61 balls.
Zimbabwe’s response to the game was not as strong after losing three quick wickets. Andy Flower’s 63-run unbeaten run was the sole positive in the innings for Zimbabwe in the end. Debasis Mohanty (3/28) and Anil Kumble (2/30) kept them at 130/8, which was enough to secure the 115-run victory for India.

16. LG Cup (1999/00) – India vs Zimbabwe

6th Match: Gymkhana Club Ground, Nairobi (October 1, 1999)

India: 277/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 170 out all the way (38.3 overs)
The result: India won by 107 runs
Key Performances:

Sourav Ganguly set the pace in the direction of India with a stunning 140 off 147 balls, assisted by Rahul Dravid’s 53.
Zimbabwe had a difficult time in the chase in the chase, with just Guy Whittall (41) putting up a fight. Venkatesh Prasad (3/21) helped to bowl the team out for 170.

17. Coca-Cola Champions Trophy (2000/01) – India vs Zimbabwe

5th Match: Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah (October 26, 2000)

India: 253/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 240/7 (50 overs)
The result: India won by 13 runs
Key Performances:

India had a competitive score of 253/9, led by Sachin Tendulkar scoring a fast 69 off 59 balls and Rahul Dravid maintaining the score with a calm 85.
Zimbabwe’s chase featured the participation of Andy Flower (84*) and Guy Whittall (58), however, they failed to make it through with 240/7 as Venkatesh Prasad (2/47) and Anil Kumble (2/40) maintained their composure.

18. Zimbabwe in India ODI Series (2000/01)

1st ODI: Barabati Stadium, Cuttack (December 2, 2000)

Zimbabwe: 253/7 (50 overs)
India: 255/7 (47.2 overs)
The result: India won by 3 wickets
Key Performances:

Stuart Carlisle top-scored for Zimbabwe with 91. Hemang Badani’s unbeaten score of 58* helped India pursue the target with ease.

2nd ODI: Motera, Ahmedabad (December 6, 2000)

India: 306/5 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 245/8 (50 overs)
The Result: India won by 61 runs
Key Performances:

Sourav Ganguly topped India with 144 points, and the Zimbabwean Heath Streak scored a fighting 51.

3rd ODI: Jodhpur (December 8, 2000)

India: 283/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 284/9 (49.5 overs)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 1 wicket
Key Performances:

Sachin Tendulkar’s 146 was not enough, however Zimbabwe took home a thrilling match by scoring 3/3 with Grant Flower while Andy Flower’s 70* guiding the game home.

4th ODI: Kanpur (December 11, 2000)

Zimbabwe 160 all out (45.4 overs)
India: 166/1 (25 overs)
Results: India won by 9 wickets
Key Performances:

Sourav Ganguly again starred with 71points, and helped India achieve the modest target without difficulty.

5th ODI: Rajkot (December 14, 2000)

India: 301/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 262 out all the way (47.4 overs)
Results: India won by 39 runs
Key Performances:

Hemang Badani scored the highest with 77 points, and Ajit Agarkar’s 3/26 performance helped India keep the score at 77 and secure a 4-1 series victory.

19. Coca-Cola Cup (Zimbabwe) 2001 – India vs Zimbabwe

2nd Match: Harare Sports Club (June 25, 2001)

Zimbabwe: All out 133 (41.5 overs)
India: 137/1 (26.2 overs)
Results: India won by 9 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe was unable to make it to 133, and just Andy Flower contributing a solid 36.
Zaheer Khan (3/14) and Harbhajan Singh (3/23) helped in taking Zimbabwe’s batting team down.
India’s pursuit was led by Sachin Tendulkar’s unbeaten 81* score, which earned him an easy win of 9 wickets.

3rd Match: Bulawayo (June 27, 2001)

Zimbabwe: 234/6 (50 overs)
India: 237/6 (49.2 overs)
Results: India won by 4 wickets
Key Performances:

Guy Whittall’s 58* as well as Grant Flower’s 4/44 were both notable for Zimbabwe.
Zaheer Khan won 4/42 while Sourav Ganguly’s score of 85 led India to a victory of 4 wickets.

20. Zimbabwe in India ODI Series (2001/02)

1st ODI: Faridabad (March 7, 2002)

India: 274/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 277/9 (49.4 overs)
The result: Zimbabwe won by 1 wicket

Indian’s Mohammad Kaif scored 56, however Zimbabwe did not give up and was which was led by Alistair Campbell’s 71.

2nd ODI: Mohali (March 10, 2002)

India: 300/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 227 out all the way (47 overs)
Results: India won by 73 runs

Dinesh Mongia’s 74 as well as Zaheer Khan’s 4/42 also helped India win the match.

3rd ODI: Kochi (March 13, 2002)

India 191 out all the way (48.3 overs)
Zimbabwe: 197/4 (44.2 overs)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets

Douglas Hondo’s 4/37 hampered India as Zimbabwe was easily chased.

4th ODI: Hyderabad (March 16, 2002)

Zimbabwe: 240/8 (50 overs)
India: 244/5 (48.1 overs)
The result: India won by 5 wickets

Yuvraj Singh’s score of 80* from 60 balls led India to a thrilling victory.

5th ODI: Guwahati (March 19, 2002)

India: 333/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 232 (42.1 overs)
Results: India won by 101 runs

Dinesh Mongia’s 159* earned India’s winning the series.

Series Result: India won 3-2

21. ICC Champions Trophy (2002/03) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo (September 14, 2002)

India: 288/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 274/8 (50 overs)
The result: India won by 14 runs
Key Performances:

India’s innings was based on Mohammad Kaif’s stunning 110 off 112 balls, and was further bolstered by Rahul Dravid’s 71.
The Zimbabwe chase was driven by the unbeaten Andy Flower 145 from 164 balls. However, they were beaten of 14 runs.
Zaheer Khan’s 4/45 play an important role in limiting Zimbabwe and securing India’s victory.

22. ICC World Cup (2003) – India vs Zimbabwe

17th Match: Harare Sports Club, Harare (February 19, 2003)

India: 255/7 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 172 (44.4 overs)
Results: India won by 83 runs
Key Performances:

Sachin Tendulkar was the top scorer for India with an excellently-crafted 81 from 91 balls. Rahul Dravid scored 43*. India scored a competitive score of 255/7 over their 50-overs.
The chase of Zimbabwe was shaky early and it was Javagal Srinath (2/14) and Zaheer Khan (2/23) breaking down Zimbabwe’s top order. Tatenda Taibu’s 29* is the top score in Zimbabwe but Zimbabwe were beaten for the sum of 172, giving India an 83-run win.

23. VB Series (2003/04) – India vs Zimbabwe

6th Match: Hobart (January 14, 2004)

Zimbabwe: 208/6 (50 overs)
India: 211/3 (37.4 overs)
Results: India won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe set 208, led by Sean Ervine’s 67.
India’s chase was smooth thanks to Virender Sehwag’s lightning-fast 90% off 99 deliveries leading the team to a win by seven wickets.

8th Match: Adelaide (January 24, 2004)

India: 280/7 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 215 in (48.5 overs)
Results: India won by 65 runs
Key Performances:

India’s team was led by Sachin Tendulkar’s 91. Zimbabwe was a bit short with the score of Dion Ebrahim as their highest score.

24. Videocon Triangular Series (2005) – India vs Zimbabwe

3rd Match: Harare Sports Club (August 29, 2005)

India 276 out (50 overs)
Zimbabwe All out 65 (24.3 overs)
Results: India won by 161 runs
Key Performances:

India had a high score of 276, aided by Mohammad Kaif’s affable 65 and important lower-order contributions.
Zimbabwe’s batting slowed down under Irfan Pathan’s devastation spell 5/27. Zimbabwe being dismissed for just 65, leading to an impressive 161-run win for India.

6th Match: Harare Sports Club (September 4, 2005)

Zimbabwe 250 out (50 overs)
India: 255/6 (48.1 overs)
The result: India won by 4 wickets
Key Performances:

Zimbabwe came up with a spirited total of 250. Charles Coventry top-scoring with 74.
India’s chase was buoyed by Yuvraj Singh’s impressive 120 balls off 124, which ensured the victory with a 4 wicket score.

25. Zimbabwe Triangular Series (2010) – India vs Zimbabwe

1st Match: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (May 28, 2010)

India: 285/5 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 289/4 (48.2 overs)
Ergebnis: Zimbabwe won by 6 wickets
Key Performances:

India set a goal of 285, aided by Rohit Sharma’s hundred (114 of 119 ball).
Zimbabwe took on Zimbabwe quickly and was with Brendan Taylor’s stunning score of 81* as well as Craig Ervine’s impressive 67. They won the victory by 6 wickets with 10 balls left.

4th Match: Harare Sports Club (June 3, 2010)

India: 194/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 197/3 (38.2 overs)
Results: Zimbabwe won by 7 wickets
Key Performances:

India was limited to 194 and Yusuf Pathan’s score of 44 as the top score.
Zimbabwe took on the target with ease and comfortably. Brendan Taylor again leading the way with 74*. This ensured the 7-wicket victory.

26. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2013)

1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (July 24, 2013)

Zimbabwe: 228/7 (50 overs)
India: 230/4 (44.5 overs)
The result: India won by 6 wickets

The Key Performers: Virat Kohli’s 115 assisted India get to the goal easily.

2nd ODI: Harare (July 26, 2013)

India: 294/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 236/9 (50 overs)
The result: India won by 58 runs

The Key Performers: Shikhar Dhawan scored 116 points, and Jaydev Unadkat took 4/41.

3rd ODI: Harare (July 28, 2013)

Zimbabwe 183 out (46 overs)
India: 187/3 (35.3 overs)
The result: India won by 7 wickets

The key performances: Amit Mishra’s 4/47 and Virat Kohli’s 68* clinched India’s victory.

4th ODI: Bulawayo (August 1, 2013)

Zimbabwe All out 144 (42.4 overs)
India: 145/1 (30.5 overs)
The result: India won by 9 wickets

Important Performances: Suresh Raina’s 65* and Amit Mishra’s 3/25 contributed to India to win.

5th ODI: Bulawayo (August 3, 2013)

Zimbabwe 163 out all the way (39.5 overs)
India: 167/3 (34 overs)
Results: India won by 7 wickets

The Key Performers: Amit Mishra took 6/48 to secure India’s sweep of the series.

27. ICC World Cup (2015) – India vs Zimbabwe

39th Match, Pool B: Eden Park, Auckland (March 14, 2015)

Zimbabwe 287 of them (48.5 overs)
India: 288/4 (48.4 overs)
Results: India won by 6 wickets
Key Performances:

Brendan Taylor, playing his final ODI for Zimbabwe was able to score a stunning score of 138 from 110 balls.
Suresh Raina’s unbeaten score of 110 and MS Dhoni’s score of 85* led India’s pursuit, winning the victory by 6 wickets with 8 balls left.

28. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2015)

1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (July 10, 2015)

India: 255/6 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe: 251/7 (50 overs)
Results: India won by 4 runs
Key Performances:

Ambati Rayudu struck a stunning unbeaten 124 to anchor India’s innings.
Zimbabwe’s chase was just a bit short, despite Elton Chigumbura’s battling the 104* mark, with India winning by four runs.

2nd ODI: Harare (July 12, 2015)

India: 271/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 209 out all the way (49 overs)
Results: India won by 62 runs
Key Performances:

Ajinkya Rahane was the top scorer with 63 points, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s 4/33 aided in limiting Zimbabwe’s pursuit.

3rd ODI: Harare (July 14, 2015)

India: 276/9 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 193 in (42.4 overs)
The Result: India won by 83 runs
Key Performances:

Kedar Jadhav’s powerful 85* in 87 balls took India up to 276. Zimbabwe was unable to match Stuart Binny’s 3/55score, which gave India an easy victory of 83 runs.

29. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2016)

1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (June 11, 2016)

Zimbabwe: All 168 out (49.5 overs)
India: 173/1 (42.3 overs)
Results: India won by 9 wickets

KL Rahul has scored an unbeaten 100 points on his debut which led India to a dominant victory.

2nd ODI: Harare (June 13, 2016)

Zimbabwe 126 out (34.3 overs)
India: 129/3 (26.5 overs)
Results: India won by 8 wickets

Barinder Sran’s 4/10 decimated Zimbabwe and made the hunt effortless for India.

3rd ODI: Harare (June 15, 2016)

Zimbabwe 123 of them (42.2 overs)
India: 126/0 (21.5 overs)
Results: India won by 10 wickets

Faiz Aziz’s 55* along with KL Rahul’s score of 63* rounded with a convincing win of 10 wickets for India.

30. India in Zimbabwe ODI Series (2022)

1st ODI: Harare Sports Club (August 18, 2022)

Zimbabwe 189 out (40.3 overs)
India: 192/0 (30.5 overs)
The result: India won by 10 wickets

Deepak Chahar took 3/27, and India was easily chased and was led by Shubman Gill’s score of 82*.

2nd ODI: Harare (August 20, 2022)

Zimbabwe 161 out all the way (38.1 overs)
India: 167/5 (25.4 overs)
Results: India won by 5 wickets

Sanju Samson’s 43* score India’s easy chase.

3rd ODI: Harare (August 22, 2022)

India: 289/8 (50 overs)
Zimbabwe 276 out all the way (49.3 overs)
Results: India won by 13 runs

Shubman Gill’s 130 points and Sikandar Raza’s fight 115 emphasized the game.

India vs Zimbabwe Test Match Timeline

1. India in Zimbabwe Test Match (1992/93)

Only Test: Harare Sports Club (October 18-22, 1992)

Zimbabwe: 456 & 146/4
India: 307 all out
Result: Match drawn
Key Performances:

The first innings of Zimbabwe was fueled by David Houghton’s 121runs, and Andy Flower adding 62.
John Traicos took 5/86, restricting India to just 307 in their first innings despite Sanjay’s strong hundred of 104.
The game ended with the draw and Zimbabwe being able to avoid defeat in their first test.

2. Zimbabwe in India Test Match (1992/93)

Only Test: Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (March 13-17, 1993)

India: 536/7d
Zimbabwe: 322 & 201 (f/o)
Results: India won by an innings and 13 runs
Key Performances:

India’s total was fueled by a colossal 178 by Vinod Kambli.
Zimbabwe followed suit, but was unable to prevent defeat, despite Andy Flower’s battling at 62 in the opening innings.
Javagal Srinath’s six wickets in both innings was instrumental in helping India get a convincing victory.

3. India in Zimbabwe Test Match (1998/99)

Only Test: Harare Sports Club (October 7-10, 1998)

Zimbabwe: 221 & 293
India: 280 & 173
The result: Zimbabwe won by 61 runs
Key Performances:

The first innings of Zimbabwe was dominated by a tough 85 from Murray Goodwin, while Harbhajan Singh scored 5/70 in the match for India.
India was able to respond with 280 thanks to a hefty 76 by Sachin Tendulkar However, they were unable to create an enough lead.
In the second inning, Zimbabwe set India a goal of 235. Grant Flower’s 106 as the most memorable performance.
India struggled to win the chase after being dismissed for 173 when Heath Streak took 3/40, ending a win of 61 for Zimbabwe.

4. Zimbabwe in India Test Series (2000/01)

1st Test: Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (November 18-22, 2000)

India: 458/4d & 190/3
Zimbabwe: 422/9d & 225
Results: India won by 7 wickets

Rahul Dravid’s 200* as well as Sachin Tendulkar’s score of 201* helped propel India to a huge opening innings score of. Zimbabwe did well, scoring 422/9d, however VVS Laxman’s scoring of 66* led India to victory.

2nd Test: Vidarbha, Nagpur (November 25-29, 2000)

Match drawn

5. India in Zimbabwe Test Series (2001)

1st Test: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (June 7-10, 2001)

Zimbabwe: 173 & 328
India: 318 & 184/2
Results: India won by 8 wickets

The key highlights: Shiv Sunder Das scored an 82* to lead India to a win of 8 wickets after Andy Flower’s score of 83 for Zimbabwe.

2nd Test: Harare Sports Club (June 15-18, 2001)

India: 237 & 234
Zimbabwe: 315 & 157/6
Results: Zimbabwe won by 4 wickets

Important performances: Grant Flower’s 86 and Andrew Blignaut’s 5/74 helped Zimbabwe win and evened the series.

6. Zimbabwe in India Test Series (2001/02)

1st Test: Vidarbha Cricket Association Ground, Nagpur (February 21-25, 2002)

India: 570/7d
Zimbabwe: 287 & 182
The result: India won by 101 runs and an innings

Key Performances: Sachin Tendulkar’s 176 and Sanjay Bangar’s 100 helped India post a huge total. Anil Kumble’s 6/81 during the match made sure that India easily won.

2nd Test: Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (February 28 – March 4, 2002)

Zimbabwe: 329 & 146
India: 354 & 126/6
Results: India won by 4 wickets

The key performance: Harbhajan Singh’s 5/70 restricted Zimbabwe and a steady pursuit of Rahul Dravid (53*) contributed to India win the game and the series.

7. India in Zimbabwe Test Series (2005)

1st Test: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo (September 13-16, 2005)

Zimbabwe: 279 & 185
India: 554
Results: India won by an innings and 90 runs

Key Performances :
- Tatenda Taibu’s steadfast 70* stood Zimbabwe together in the opening innings.
- VVS’s Laxman’s 140 as well as Irfan Pathan’s drove India to a dominating victory.

2nd Test: Harare Sports Club, Harare (September 20-22, 2005)

Zimbabwe: 161 & 223
India: 366 & 20/0
The result: India won by 10 wickets

Key Performances :
- Irfan Pathan scored 7/59 in the opening innings and Rahul Dravid’s 118 was enough to help India score a dominant score, which led to a 10-wicket victory.

Head-to-Head Statistics: India vs Zimbabwe (1992-2024)

Format	Matches Played	India Wins	Zimbabwe Wins	Draw/Tied
Tests	11	9	2	0
ODIs	66	54	10	2
T20Is	9	7	2	0

These figures indicate India’s dominance over the rest of the game, especially when it comes to longer formats. But Zimbabwe’s victories although smaller in number are often in dramatic and unexpected ways creating exciting games.

Who Are the Key Players in the Zimbabwe vs India Rivalry?

Over the years, many prominent players have left an important impact on the India against Zimbabwe rivalry. For India players like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid as well as MS Dhoni have played crucial parts in leading India to victory.

Tendulkar’s centuries in Zimbabwe remain memorable, and MS Dhoni’s calm leadership has made India triumph in crucial encounters in both ODIs as well as T20Is.

For the Zimbabwean side, Heath Streak is regarded as one of the best bowlers who have faced India. His ability to be a leader in front of the pack and also his ability to break important partnerships was a major factor in his success during Zimbabwe’s most competitive seasons.

Andy Flower and Brendan Taylor have played a key role in Zimbabwe’s batting success against India by their ability to hold an innings as well as score when under pressure.

In the last few years the likes of Sikandar Raza and Sean Williams have been given the job and have delivered winning performances in matches which have helped keep Zimbabwe in the game.

The Future of Zimbabwe vs India Cricket

Looking ahead The cricketing relationship between Zimbabwe and India is full of potential. Zimbabwe’s cricket board is keen on fostering young players while the players are beginning to strike a balance between veteran players and newcomers who are promising.

With players such as Wesley Madhevere and Richard Ngarava making their way through into the top ranks Zimbabwe can lay a base for the future of success.

India with its huge array of talented players, is likely to continue to be a major power. The battle with Zimbabwe will likely to offer India with the opportunity to test its skills with its newest players as well as giving Zimbabwe the opportunity to compete against one of the top teams.

As the world of cricket evolves and the game becomes more popular, especially due to the growing significance of T20 leagues, the games with these two sides may become more important.

Conclusion

The time line of games that took place between Zimbabwe and India from 1992 until 2024 has been an intriguing journey. From Zimbabwe’s initial success during the 1990s, to India’s dominance in 2000s, and then the more competitive matches of recent times This rivalry has offered cricket fans numerous memories.

As each team continues to develop and grow this competition is bound to result in more exciting games in the near future.

What Are the FAQs About India vs Zimbabwe Timeline?

Was the very first India against Zimbabwe cricket match?

The first India match between India and Zimbabwe match took place in 1992. Zimbabwe became a Test nation, and the two teams fought each against each other in Zimbabwe for the first time.

Which players have been best in India against Zimbabwe match?

Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, and MS Dhoni for India, and Heath Streak, Andy Flower, and Sikandar Raza for Zimbabwe.

What was the last time that Zimbabwe beat India?

Zimbabwe was last beaten by India in an ODI match in 2016 in India’s tour to Zimbabwe.

What is the story of how the India cricket match between Zimbabwe and India changed? Zimbabwe cricket rivalry changed?

The competition has grown from being a one-sided affair towards India and has become more competitive specifically in shorter formats such as T20 cricket.

What are some of the most memorable moments from India match against Zimbabwe matches?

The most important moments are Zimbabwe’s win over India at the 1996 World Cup and their win in the 2016 T20 series.

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