Hunters (ZWE) and Bulawayo Chiefs finished their Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League contest in a 0-0 draw on 30 May 2026. The match at a neutral venue (due to Hunters' ground issues) was a grinding affair, with both sides struggling to impose themselves in the final third.

Match Overview

The Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League fixture between Hunters (ZWE) and Bulawayo Chiefs ended goalless. Hunters, a side often fighting at the bottom of the table, put in a resolute defensive display. Bulawayo Chiefs, who entered the match with hopes of breaking into the top eight, dominated possession but lacked the creativity to unlock a compact Hunters defence.

Key Moments

• First half: Bulawayo Chiefs came close in the 32nd minute when a powerful drive from the edge of the box was blocked by a last-ditch sliding challenge. The resulting corner saw a header cleared off the line by a Hunters defender.
• Second half: Hunters grew more confident as the match wore on. In the 71st minute, they broke quickly and a shot from distance forced a full-length save from the Bulawayo Chiefs goalkeeper.
• Endgame: Neither team could summon a late winner. Bulawayo Chiefs had a goal disallowed for offside in the 88th minute, much to their frustration.

Standout Players

Hunters goalkeeper Blessing Mhaka was the hero of the day, making several saves including that brilliant stop from distance. For Bulawayo Chiefs, winger Mthokozisi Ndlovu was a constant menace with his dribbling but could not find the final pass or finish.

League Context

The draw is a valuable point for Hunters (ZWE) in their battle against relegation in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League. Bulawayo Chiefs, meanwhile, will see this as two points dropped given their dominance in possession. The result keeps Hunters within touching distance of safety, while Bulawayo Chiefs remain in the congested mid-table region where every point counts.