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Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Zimbabwe National Cricket Team Stats have developed a competitive international cricket rivalry across Test, ODI and T20I cricket. The overall numbers strongly favor Pakistan, particularly in the shorter formats. In ODIs, Pakistan have won 56 of 65 meetings, while Zimbabwe have recorded five wins, with four matches producing no result. In T20Is, Pakistan also hold a significant advantage, winning 20 of 23 matches compared with Zimbabwe’s three victories. Their Test history is more closely contested, although Pakistan still have the better record, with 10 wins from 18 Tests compared with three for Zimbabwe. These statistics provide useful context for assessing batting records, bowling performances, team totals and the most important contributions from both sides.
Head-to-Head Record
| Format | Matches | Pakistan Wins | Zimbabwe Wins | Draw/Tie/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 19 | 12 | 3 | 4 Draws |
| ODIs | 65 | 56 | 6 | 1 Tie, 2 NR |
| T20Is | 22 | 19 | 3 | 0 |
| Overall | 106 | 87 | 12 | 7 |
Pakistan’s dominance is particularly strong in ODIs, where they have won 56 of 65 meetings. Zimbabwe have won only six, with one tie and two no-results. In T20Is, Pakistan also lead heavily, winning 19 of the 22 meetings recorded through the 2025 series.
Overall Match Statistics
| Statistic | Pakistan | Zimbabwe |
|---|---|---|
| Test wins | 12 | 3 |
| ODI wins | 56 | 6 |
| T20I wins | 19 | 3 |
| Strongest format | ODI | ODI upsets |
| ODI highest team score | 399 | 334 |
| ODI lowest team score | 60 | 67 |
| T20I highest team score | 195/5* | 175* |
| T20I lowest team score | 83 | 57 |
*The 195/5 figure reflects Pakistan’s 2025 T20I meeting with Zimbabwe, while Zimbabwe’s 57 all out against Pakistan in December 2024 remains a notable low.
Pakistan’s overall advantage comes from consistency. Zimbabwe have occasionally produced outstanding performances, but Pakistan have generally controlled the rivalry through stronger batting depth, bowling resources and match-finishing ability.
Test Match Stats
Pakistan and Zimbabwe have played 19 Test matches, with Pakistan winning 12, Zimbabwe winning three and four ending in draws. The Test rivalry began in 1993 and has included several dominant Pakistan performances.
| Test Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 19 |
| Pakistan wins | 12 |
| Zimbabwe wins | 3 |
| Draws | 4 |
| Pakistan highest team score | 553 |
| Zimbabwe highest team score | 544 |
| Pakistan lowest all out | 103 |
| Zimbabwe lowest all out | 120 |
| Pakistan highest individual score | Wasim Akram 257* |
| Best Pakistan bowling in an innings | Saqlain Mushtaq 7/66 |
| Best Pakistan bowling in a match | Waqar Younis 13/135 |
The Association of Cricket Statisticians and Historians records Pakistan’s 553 as their highest Test total against Zimbabwe and Wasim Akram’s unbeaten 257 as the highest individual score for Pakistan in the matchup. Saqlain Mushtaq’s 7/66 is Pakistan’s best innings bowling performance, while Waqar Younis’ 13/135 remains the best match haul for Pakistan.
Zimbabwe’s biggest Test total against Pakistan is 544, showing that the matchup has also produced substantial first-innings totals from Zimbabwe.
Best Batting Performances
Pakistan’s Best Batting Performances
| Player | Format | Performance | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wasim Akram | Test | 257* | Highest individual Test score for Pakistan |
| Inzamam-ul-Haq | Test | 236 | Major Test innings |
| Babar Azam | T20I | 74 | One of Pakistan’s notable recent T20I scores |
| Mohammad Rizwan | T20I | 70+ scores | Consistent contributor |
| Fakhar Zaman | T20I | 44 | Important recent contribution |
Wasim Akram’s unbeaten 257 stands out as the premier Test batting performance in Pakistan’s history against Zimbabwe. Inzamam-ul-Haq was another major contributor during the Test era, while Pakistan’s modern T20I batting has been led by players such as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan.
Zimbabwe have also produced important individual innings. Tino Mawoyo’s 163 not out in the 2011 Test at Bulawayo was one of Zimbabwe’s standout performances against Pakistan. The PCB scorecard records the innings as a marathon 453-ball effort.
Best Bowling Performances
| Player | Team | Format | Bowling Figures | Match Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waqar Younis | Pakistan | Test | 13/135 | Best Pakistan match figures |
| Saqlain Mushtaq | Pakistan | Test | 7/66 | Best Pakistan innings figures |
| Sufyan Moqim | Pakistan | T20I | 5/3 | Exceptional recent T20I spell |
| Mohammad Abbas Afridi | Pakistan | T20I | 3/24 | Key 2024 performance |
| Luke Jongwe | Zimbabwe | T20I | 4 wickets | Important Zimbabwe spells |
| Sikandar Raza | Zimbabwe | T20I | 3 wickets | Match-changing all-round impact |
Sufyan Moqim produced one of the most remarkable recent bowling performances in the rivalry when he took 5/3 from 2.4 overs in the second T20I at Bulawayo in December 2024. Zimbabwe collapsed to 57, their lowest total in 157 T20Is at that time.
In Tests, Waqar Younis’ 13/135 remains Pakistan’s best match bowling performance against Zimbabwe, while Saqlain Mushtaq’s 7/66 is the best innings figure recorded by a Pakistan bowler in this fixture.
Highest Team Scores
| Format | Pakistan | Zimbabwe |
|---|---|---|
| Test | 553 | 544 |
| ODI | 399 | 334 |
| T20I | 195/5 | 175 |
Pakistan’s highest ODI score against Zimbabwe is 399, while Zimbabwe’s highest is 334. The ODI rivalry has therefore produced several high-scoring contests, although Pakistan have generally been the more consistent side.
Pakistan also reached 375/3 against Zimbabwe in Lahore in 2015, at the time their highest ODI total at home.
In Tests, Pakistan’s 553 and Zimbabwe’s 544 demonstrate how the longer format has occasionally produced very large totals from both teams.
Lowest Team Scores
| Format | Pakistan | Zimbabwe |
|---|---|---|
| Test | 103 all out | 120 |
| ODI | 60/6 | 67 |
| T20I | 83 | 57 all out |
Pakistan’s 60/6 against Zimbabwe in the rain-affected first ODI at Bulawayo in November 2024 is one of the lowest Pakistan totals recorded in this rivalry. Zimbabwe eventually won that match by 80 runs under the DLS method.
Zimbabwe’s 57 all out in the second T20I in 2024 was even more dramatic. Pakistan dismissed Zimbabwe for 57 in only 12.4 overs before chasing the target in 5.3 overs without losing a wicket.
Partnership Statistics and Key Match Contributions
Partnerships have played an important role in deciding Pakistan-Zimbabwe matches, particularly when one side has recovered from early wickets.
| Format | Partnership | Runs | Importance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test | Abid Ali and Azhar Ali | 236 | Pakistan’s major 2nd-wicket partnership |
| Test | Taufeeq Umar and Inzamam-ul-Haq | 180 | Major 3rd-wicket stand |
| Test | Imran Butt and Abid Ali | 115 | Strong opening partnership |
| ODI | Pakistan top-order partnerships | 100+ | Frequently set up large totals |
| T20I | Fakhar Zaman and Pakistan top order | Key recent stands | Fast starts in successful chases |
The 236-run second-wicket partnership between Abid Ali and Azhar Ali is one of the most significant Test partnerships in the rivalry. It came during Pakistan’s dominant 2021 Test campaign in Harare.
The same ACS record lists a 180-run third-wicket partnership between Taufeeq Umar and Inzamam-ul-Haq from the 2002-03 Test series. These long partnerships demonstrate Pakistan’s historical ability to build substantial Test totals against Zimbabwe.
Recent T20I encounters have shown a different pattern. Pakistan’s batting has often relied on aggressive top-order contributions, while Zimbabwe have depended heavily on players such as Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett and Ryan Burl to create competitive totals or rescue difficult situations. In the 2025 T20I meeting, Brian Bennett scored 49 from 36 balls and Sikandar Raza made 34 from 24 as Zimbabwe posted 147/8. Pakistan chased it with Fakhar Zaman’s 44 and Usman Khan’s unbeaten 37.
Key Statistical Takeaway
Pakistan have a clear overall advantage against Zimbabwe. Their record is particularly dominant in ODIs and T20Is, while their Test record stands at 12 wins from 19 matches. Nevertheless, Zimbabwe have produced memorable victories and individual performances, proving that the matchup can still generate major surprises.
Final Thoughts
The Pakistan versus Zimbabwe statistics show a clear historical advantage for Pakistan, especially in ODI and T20I cricket. Zimbabwe, however, have produced memorable performances and have occasionally challenged Pakistan in important matches. The rivalry has also featured notable individual batting and bowling displays, making the overall record more than just a difference in wins and losses. Recent meetings have continued to add to the statistical history, with Pakistan winning the 2025 T20I encounters between the sides. Looking at the numbers across formats gives a better picture of how both teams have performed and where Zimbabwe have been able to compete most effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which team has the better overall record between Pakistan and Zimbabwe?
Pakistan have the stronger overall record, particularly in ODI and T20I cricket. They have won 56 of 65 ODIs and 20 of 23 T20Is against Zimbabwe.
2. How many Test matches have Pakistan and Zimbabwe played?
The teams have played 18 Test matches, with Pakistan winning 10 and Zimbabwe winning three. Four Tests were drawn and one was abandoned, according to the Pakistan Cricket Board’s historical record.
3. How many ODIs have Pakistan and Zimbabwe played?
Pakistan and Zimbabwe have played 65 ODIs. Pakistan have won 56, Zimbabwe have won five, and four matches ended without a result.
4. Who has won more T20I matches between Pakistan and Zimbabwe?
Pakistan have dominated the T20I rivalry, winning 20 of the 23 recorded meetings, while Zimbabwe have won three.
5. Can Zimbabwe still challenge Pakistan despite the overall statistics?
Yes. Head-to-head statistics show Pakistan’s historical dominance, but individual matches can produce different results. Zimbabwe have recorded notable wins, including their T20I victory over Pakistan in December 2024 and their ODI victory in November 2024.
