Australia vs Zimbabwe: Match Result, Scorecard and Key Performances

Australia defeated Zimbabwe by 84 runs in the second ODI at Harare Sports Club on September 18, 2026. The result gave Australia an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, with one match still to play.

Australia produced another strong batting display after winning the opening ODI earlier in the week. Travis Head led the way with a powerful century, while Mitchell Marsh and Cooper Connolly also made important contributions.

Australia Post 356 Runs

Australia batted first and finished their 50 overs at 356 for 6, their highest ODI total against Zimbabwe. Travis Head scored 112 runs from 84 balls, including a fast century that put Australia in control of the innings.

Captain Mitchell Marsh added 53 from 63 balls, while Cooper Connolly continued his impressive series with 78 runs from 69 deliveries.

The innings finished strongly when Ollie Peake smashed an unbeaten 41 from just 18 balls, including three sixes in the final over.

Zimbabwe Finish on 272

Zimbabwe needed 357 runs to win but were eventually bowled out for 272 in 48.3 overs.

Sikandar Raza was Zimbabwe's top scorer with 45 runs, while Brendan Taylor made 39 and Craig Ervine contributed 38. Zimbabwe showed some resistance but struggled to maintain the required scoring rate.

Australia's bowlers shared the wickets around. Josh Hazlewood took 2 wickets for 48 runs, while Adam Zampa claimed 2 for 62. Cooper Connolly also picked up two wickets.

Travis Head Leads the Way

Travis Head was named Player of the Match after his 112-run innings. His century came from 84 balls and provided Australia with the platform for their large total.

Head also built useful partnerships during the innings, helping Australia maintain a strong scoring rate throughout the match.

Australia Seal the ODI Series

With two wins from the first two matches, Australia have already secured the three-match ODI series.

Australia won the first ODI by 59 runs, with Matt Renshaw scoring 109 and Nathan Ellis taking five wickets.

The final ODI is scheduled for September 20 at Harare Sports Club. Zimbabwe will have an opportunity to finish the series with a win, while Australia will look to complete a clean sweep.

Australia vs Zimbabwe 2nd ODI Scorecard

Australia: 356/6 (50 overs)

• Travis Head: 112

• Cooper Connolly: 78

• Mitchell Marsh: 53

• Ollie Peake: 41*

Zimbabwe: 272 all out (48.3 overs)

• Sikandar Raza: 45

• Brendan Taylor: 39

• Craig Ervine: 38

Result: Australia won by 84 runs
Player of the Match: Travis Head
Series: Australia lead 2-0

Final Thoughts

Australia's second ODI victory was built around a strong batting performance followed by consistent bowling. Travis Head's century gave the visitors a strong foundation, while Zimbabwe's chase never quite reached the required pace.

With the series already decided, attention now turns to the final ODI on September 20. The match will give Zimbabwe a chance to finish the home series on a positive note, while Australia will aim to complete the series without a defeat.