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Australia to Play Three ODIs in Zimbabwe in September

Australia will tour Zimbabwe for a three-match ODI series in September 2026, marking their first ODI assignment in the country since 2014. All matches will take place at the Harare Sports Club on September 15, 18, and 20.
Givemore Makoni, Zimbabwe Cricket managing director, said the series provides "invaluable preparation" for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2027. Zimbabwe will co-host the tournament alongside South Africa and Namibia, making exposure to top opposition critical for growth.
During the 2026 T20 World Cup in Colombo, the Sikandar Raza-led side defeated Australia by 23 runs, a victory that helped them progress to the Super Tens stage.
International fixtures involving Bangladesh and Afghanistan are being planned for June and October, respectively, as Zimbabwe Cricket works to increase player exposure and revenue.
Officials are targeting a one-off Test against England in 2027, potentially at a new stadium near Victoria Falls, as part of broader World Test Championship cycle ambitions.

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