How to Watch Zimbabwe vs South Africa 1st Test – South Africa Tour of Zimbabwe 2025

The South Africa tour of Zimbabwe kicks off with a two-Test series this summer, and cricket fans are lining up to watch the Zimbabwe vs South Africa Test live from 28 June to 02 July 2025 in Bulawayo. 

This opening match isn’t just a warm-up—it's an intense five-day contest with South Africa fielding a fresh, youthful lineup under Keshav Maharaj's captaincy. With multiple broadcast options available globally, here’s your complete guide to SA vs ZIM Test match live stream, whether you're watching on mobile, TV, or desktop.

Match Details & Why It Matters

• Dates: 28 June – 2 July 2025
• Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
• Start Time: 10:00 AM local (08:00 GMT; 1:30 PM IST)
• Captaincy Update: Keshav Maharaj leads the Proteas as Temba Bavuma recovers from injury

This Test sets the tone for the series, offering an opportunity for Zimbabwe to challenge a relatively inexperienced South African side before the second Test from 6–10 July.

Where to Stream in Your Region

Catch the Zimbabwe vs South Africa Test live via the following platforms:

Region	Platform	Access Type
Pakistan/Bangladesh	tapmad	Subscription; full Test coverage, HD
India	FanCode	Live app streaming, reminders included
South Africa	SuperSport (DStv)	TV & app streaming
USA/Canada	Willow TV	Cable/app with DVR & replays
UK/Europe	ICC.tv (selected regions) & Sky Sports	Free ICC.tv where available, Sky elsewhere
Global	ICC.tv	Check availability by country

If you're abroad during the match, a legal VPN can help securely access your home country’s coverage, just ensure it doesn’t violate platform policies.

Mobile & Smart TV Tips

• tapmad: Excellent for HD mobile streaming, match alerts, and multi-commentary support.
• FanCode: Live ball-by-ball commentary, stats, and scorecard access in India.
• Willow TV, SuperSport, Sky Go: Offer mobile apps with seamless casting to Smart TVs.
• ICC.tv: Ideal for global fans without regional broadcaster access.

Pro tip: Download and log into your app ahead of time, test casting, and enable notifications 30 minutes before the first ball kicks off.

Context: How This Opens the Series

This first Test is part of the broader narrative covered in our main guide on Test Cricket Special, which explains how to watch both this series and England’s Test series against India live and online. This article dives deeper into the specifics for Zimbabwe vs South Africa.

South Africa has chosen a mostly fresh squad, giving opportunities to young players while resting senior players like Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe aims to leverage home advantage under Craig Ervine and key pacers such as Blessing Muzarabani.

Final Tips for Viewing

1. Timezones: 10:00 AM local Bulawayo translates to 08:00 GMT, 1:30 PM IST, or early morning in Australia.
2. Connection: Use stable broadband (5+ Mbps) or a 4G/5G mobile connection to avoid buffering.
3. Device casting: Ready your TV with Chromecast or AirPlay to enjoy big-screen viewing.
4. Notifications: Use app alerts to stay tuned to match-start and session updates.

Wrap-Up

The first Test between Zimbabwe and South Africa sets the stage for a compelling series showcasing emerging talent and tactical intrigue across five challenging days. Whether you're streaming via tapmad, FanCode, or your regional provider, you'll have every over covered. Enjoy Day 1 live—and let me know if you'd like a breakdown of key player matchups, second Test schedule, or upcoming viewing guides!