Zimbabwe tour of India, 2027, match 2 of 3
India vs Zimbabwe 2nd ODI prediction
Our pick, what the pitch will do, how the innings should build, and three bets at different risk levels.
70%India
30%Zimbabwe
Quick overview
- Our pick: India to win, a 70% chance in our model.
- Conditions at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: An even surface with something for everyone.
- The toss: The toss shouldn't decide much.
- Safest bet: India (Match winner), about a 70% chance.
Series window, not a confirmed XI date. Confirm on the day.
Who will win the IND vs ZIM 2nd ODI?
Malik Mumbai backs India to beat Zimbabwe in the 2nd ODI at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, rating their chances at 70%. We expect India to make around 328 and Zimbabwe around 292 on a pitch that helps neither side. Play starts Wed, 06 Jan 2027 at 19:30 IST.
- Our pick
- India, 70%
- Format
- ODI, 50 overs
- Pitch helps
- Balanced
What will decide it
The three things we think will settle this match, and which side each one helps.
Conditions at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium
An even surface with something for everyone. Phase scores should land close to the format norm. The conditions don't favour either side.
Helps Even
The toss
The toss shouldn't decide much. Both options are reasonable here.
Helps Even
Series momentum
A win here would leave India in control, with 1 match still to come.
Helps India
What will India and Zimbabwe score?
How we expect each innings to build, phase by phase, on a balanced / dry surface at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
India Zimbabwe
- Powerplay (0-10)
- IND50-62ZIM39-49
- Middle Overs (11-40)
- IND167-187ZIM157-177
- Death Overs (41-50)
- IND86-104ZIM72-90
First-innings scoreIND 303-353/ZIM 268-316
Best bets for IND vs ZIM
One match, three risk levels. The safer bet lands most often; the long shot pays most when it does.
Safer
Our chance 70%
Match winner
India
The most likely result on our numbers. Short odds mean a small return, so size the stake accordingly.
Value
Our chance 55%
India first-innings score
Over 313.5 runs
We project India around 328. A line near 313.5 leaves room for a slow start and still lands.
Long shot
Our chance 21%
Top batter
Jasprit Bumrah (India)
Trusted at the end of the innings. This market pays long odds, which is why a small stake makes sense.
Who can swing India vs Zimbabwe?
Our impact rating is how likely each player is to change the result. XIs are confirmed at the toss.
India
- Jasprit BumrahTrusted at the end of the innings80impact
- Shreyas IyerFast starter at the top84impact
Zimbabwe
- Brian BennettSteady hand in a chase92impact
- Sean WilliamsBalances the XI88impact
Match preview
This is match 2 of 3 in Zimbabwe tour of India, 2027. India know these grounds well, which is built into our numbers. We rate India at 70%, weighing team strength, how Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium usually plays and a balanced / dry pitch. That is a clear lead, though a single big innings can still swing it. Confirm both XIs at the toss before you stake.
The toss: The toss shouldn't decide much. Both options are reasonable here.
Where the 2nd ODI fits in the series
Rest days, travel and what comes next in Zimbabwe tour of India, 2027.
The 2nd ODI is match 2 of 3, played at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on Wed, 06 Jan 2027.
It comes 3 days after the 1st ODI at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, so both squads travel to Hyderabad in between. The gap is long enough for full-strength XIs, so squad rotation should be limited.
Next, the 3rd ODI is 3 days after this one at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium hosts 1 other match on our calendar: 4th T20I: India vs West Indies (14 Oct).
- 03 Jan1st ODI: India vs ZimbabweEden Gardens
- 06 Jan2nd ODI: India vs ZimbabweRajiv Gandhi International StadiumThis match
- 09 Jan3rd ODI: India vs ZimbabweWankhede Stadium
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IND vs ZIM 2nd ODI: questions fans ask
Quick answers to what readers ask us most.
Who is favourite to win India vs Zimbabwe?
India, at 70% on our model, with Zimbabwe given 30%. Team strength, home advantage and a balanced / dry pitch at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium all feed into that rating.
What time does the IND vs ZIM 2nd ODI start in India?
First ball is due Wed, 06 Jan 2027 at 19:30 IST India time at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. Check again on match day, as series dates sometimes change.
What is Malik Mumbai's best bet for IND vs ZIM?
For a safer bet, back India (70%). For more value, try india first-innings score over 313.5 runs (55%). Keep stakes to money you can afford to lose.
What is the pitch like in Hyderabad?
It should help neither side: we class the surface as balanced / dry for this ODI, with India projected at 303-353 and Zimbabwe at 268-316.
Should the toss winner bat or bowl first in IND vs ZIM?
The toss shouldn't decide much. Both options are reasonable here. The coin goes up roughly half an hour before the 19:30 IST start, when both XIs are confirmed.
What happens if it rains during India vs Zimbabwe?
Rain brings in DLS for a revised target, and too few overs means a no-result. Settlement then follows each site's rules for the market. Look at the forecast for Hyderabad on match day.
India vs Zimbabwe match kaun jitega?
Hamare model mein India aage hain: 70% chance, jabki Zimbabwe ka 30% hai. Match Wed, 06 Jan 2027 ko 19:30 IST par shuru hoga. Yeh sirf prediction hai, guarantee nahi.
Hyderabad ki pitch report kya hai?
Hum is pitch ko balanced / dry rate karte hain, isliye bat aur ball dono ke liye barabar hai. Toss aur playing XI ka faisla match se lagbhag 30 minute pehle hota hai.
Where can I follow India vs Zimbabwe live?
Follow the score ball by ball on the Malik Mumbai live scores page. TV and streaming rights vary by country, so check local listings for the broadcast.
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Predictions, projected scores and win percentages on this page come from Malik Mumbai's own model, built from team strength, venue history and conditions. They are estimates, not guarantees, and only a bookmaker's live odds settle a bet. 18+ only. Set a limit before you play and bet responsibly.