• Home
  • Cricket
  • Test Match Cricket
timer

This preview has expired.

See all our latest betting tips or suggested betting sites

left arrow right arrow

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 1st Test Preview & Tips - Draw backed in Harare

ralph-staniforth
Ralph Staniforth
Editor
Last updated: 07 Jul 2021
Share
Ralph Staniforth 07 Jul 2021
Share this article
Or copy link
success image
Copy
  • Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh predictions for the 1st Test match on Wednesday
  • The match will be played in Harare at 08:30 BST
  • Zimbabwe have lost 6 of their last 9 Test matches
  • I am backing the consistent Mushfiqur Rahim to score over 23.5 runs in the 1st innings
  • Predictions, team news, stats & preview
Expired
Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe Test cricket
Zimbabwe and Bangladesh backed to draw (Getty Images)

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Preview & Tips


We are backing a draw in this match with both sides in terrible Test form. In the best batsman market there could be value in the form of Mushfiqur Rahim.

  • Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani has been the best team bowler in his last 2 Test matches.
  • Zimbabwe’s Regis Chakabva has been the top run scorer in his last 2 Test matches.
  • Zimbabwe’s Regis Chakabva scored 80 runs in his last Test innings.
  • Bangladesh’s Mushfiqur Rahim has scored 40+ runs in his last 2 Test innings.
  • Bangladesh have won 4 of their last 5 Test matches against Zimbabwe.

Head to Head


Bangladesh have won four of their last five Test matches against Zimbabwe. They last met in February 2020 where Bangladesh won comfortably by an innings and 106 runs.

Zimbabwe Form


Zimbabwe have lost six of their last nine Test matches along with two wins and a draw. Over the last two decades Zimbabwe cricket has been in a severe decline but there have been recent signs of a slight upturn.

That upturn was not shown in their most recent series against Pakistan though. Zimbabwe were well beaten in both matches.

In the 2nd Test against Pakistan in Harare, the visitors posted a huge 510-8 declared. Blessing Muzarabani was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3-82.

Regist Chakabva scored 33 runs in Zimbabwe’s first innings of 132 runs. The follow-on was enforced and it was again Chakabva who top scored with 80 runs. The experienced Brendan Taylor scored 49 runs with Zimbabwe scoring 231 to lose by an innings and 147 runs.

Zimbabwe Team News


Tendai Chatara is set to make his return to the Zimbabwe starting lineup for the first time in three years. There will be pressure on captain Sean Williams and star batsman, Brendan Taylor to score big runs.

Bangladesh Form


Bangladesh’s form has not been good in the longest format. They have lost 9 of their last 11 matches with a win and a draw. During this run of matches the only victory came against Zimbabwe.

The Tigers toured Sri Lanka for their most recent tour. In the 2nd Test Sri Lanka batted first in Pallekele and scored 493 runs. Tamim Iqbal top scored in response with 92 runs while Mushfiqur Rahim and Mominul Haque contributed 40 and 49 runs respectively.

Sri Lanka then declared their second innings on 194 runs, leaving Bangladesh a target of 436 runs to win. Many batsmen got starts but Rahim’s 40 runs was the top score as Bangladesh fell for 227 runs.

Bangladesh Team News


Tamim Iqbal is a major doubt for this Test match but Mushfiqur Rahim is on track to start.

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh FAQ

Where can I watch Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh live stream?

Check our live streaming calendar to see where to watch the Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh live stream.

Verdict

Both teams are in poor form so I am tipping a draw. Mushfiqur Rahim is backed to score over 23.5 first innings runs and be Bangladesh's top scorer.

For Zimbabwe, Blessing Muzarabani has been in great form. He is backed to be the best bowler for Zimbabwe in the first innings.

Best Bet: Rahim Over 23.5 Runs Over/Under 1st Innings Runs @5/6 at Hollywood bets - 1 Unit
Top Zimbabwe 1st Innings Bowler Tip: Blessing Muzarabani Top Zimbabwe 1st Innings Bowler @2/1 at bet365 - 1 Unit
Top Bangladesh 1st Innings Batsman Tip: Mushfiqur Rahim Top Bangladesh 1st Innings Batsman @4/1 at Bc.Game Sport - 1 Unit
Result Tip: Draw Result @13/2 at Star Sports - 1 Unit
Rahim Over 23.5 Runs
Over/Under 1st Innings Runs
@5/6 - 1 Unit
£30 Free Bet
Use promo code NEWBONUS

Claim £30 free bet & 20 Free Spins. Use the promo code NEWBONUS. New Hollywoodbets account holders. 18 years or older. United Kingdom residents only. T&Cs apply.

Bet at Hollywood bets
Blessing Muzarabani
Top Zimbabwe 1st Innings Bowler
@2/1 - 1 Unit
Bet £10 Get £30
with bonus code NEWBONUS

Available to new customers only. Make a qualifying deposit of £5 or more and claim the offer within 30 days of registering your account to qualify for 300% of that amount in Bet Credits, up to a maximum of £30 in Bet Credits. Once released, your Bet Credits will be held in your account balance and are non-withdrawable. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. Time limits and T&Cs apply.

Bet at bet365
Mushfiqur Rahim
Top Bangladesh 1st Innings Batsman
@4/1 - 1 Unit
$20,000
Use code NEWBONUS

Join BC.game with promo code NEWBONUS and get up to $20,000 as a bonus. Over 18s. T&Cs apply.

Bet at Bc.Game Sport
Draw
Result
@13/2 - 1 Unit
Bet £50 to get £25 in Free Bets
Use promo code NEWBONUS

Bet £50 to Get a £25 Free Bet. Offer available to new customers only signing up with Promo Code only. Full T&C's apply. 18+. Gambleaware.org

Bet at Star Sports

Top Betting Sites

special-offer-1Betting offers

Upcoming Events

06 July 2025

  • Australia v Fiji -
  • Rugby Union
  • USA vs Belgium -
  • Rugby Union

19 July 2025

  • 2025 U20 World Championship Fixtures -
  • Rugby Union
  • 2025 World Rugby U20 Championship Pools -
  • Rugby Union

26 July 2025

  • 2025 Currie Cup Fixtures -
  • Rugby Union
Load More
07 Jul 2021

Zimbabwe v Bangladesh - 1st Test

bonus image
Copyright © 2025 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited. Players must be 18 or over and located in jurisdictions where online gambling is legal. Please play responsibly. Bet with your head, not over it. Know when to Stop. Gamble responsibly and Think about your choices. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, and wants help, call or visit: gamcare.org.uk (UK), 800gambler.org (US), or gamblinghelponline.org.au (Australia). Gambling is addictive 18+. #Ads © 2025 bets.co.za