Harare, September 18 (Daily Kiran) : Australia faced Zimbabwe in the second ODI at Harare Sports Club on September 18, 2026. Batting first, Australia posted an impressive total of 356 runs, losing six wickets in the process. This score marks Australia’s highest ever in ODI matches against Zimbabwe, surpassing their previous record of 350 runs set in 2014.
After losing the toss, the Australian team got off to a solid start, thanks to Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head. The duo formed a formidable partnership, scoring 130 runs for the first wicket in just 18.6 overs. Marsh contributed a quick 53 runs off 63 balls, including three fours and three sixes.
Head found a reliable partner in Cooper Connolly for the second wicket. Together, they added 60 runs to the total. Connolly scored 78 runs from 69 balls, hitting three fours and three sixes. Meanwhile, Head displayed exceptional form, scoring a remarkable century. He faced 84 balls and finished with 112 runs, which included 15 fours and three sixes.
Josh Inglis chipped in with 21 runs off 20 balls, while Alex Carey added 20 runs from 30 balls. Matt Renshaw, who scored a century in the previous match, managed 15 runs off 11 balls. In the late overs, Oliver Peake showcased his hitting ability, scoring an explosive 41 runs off just 18 balls, with two fours and three sixes. Nathan Ellis remained not out on six runs.
On the bowling side, Zimbabwe’s Brad Evans took the most wickets, claiming three but conceding 86 runs in nine overs. Wellington Masakadza also performed well, picking up two wickets for 51 runs.
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