Zimbabwe vs Ireland 1st T20 – The 1st Match of Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 will be played between Zimbabwe vs Ireland on Thursday, 07 December 2023, at 9:30 PM 04:00 PM GMT / 06:00 PM LOCAL at Harare Sports Club, Harare.
The toss of this match will be done 30 minutes before the start of the match i.e. at 9:00 PM, as I have already been told that this match will be played between Zimbabwe vs Ireland teams, both teams have very good players.
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Zimbabwe vs Ireland 1st T20 Match
| Series | Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 |
| Match | Zimbabwe vs Ireland |
| Match Type | T20 |
| Date | 9:30 PM 04:00 PM GMT / 06:00 PM LOCAL |
| Time | Thursday, 07 December 2023 |
| Venue | Harare Sports Club, Harare |
| City | Harare |
| Capacity | – |
| Host | Zimbabwe |
When: Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023 on Thursday, 07 December 2023, 9:30 PM 04:00 PM GMT / 06:00 PM LOCAL
Where: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Live Streaming and Broadcast
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Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Pitch Report
The surface at the Harare Sports Club typically favors bowlers, especially those with a slower or medium pace. Batting is expected to be challenging on this surface, requiring batters to spend some time before going all out.
What to expect:
Team news:
Zimbabwe: In the batting department, the side will be relying on the experienced trio of Sikandar Raza, Craig Ervine, and Sean Williams to deliver the bulk of the runs.
Since December 2021, Sikandar Raza has topped the batting charts for Zimbabwe in T20 internationals. In 35 matches played, Sikandar Raza has accumulated 1185 runs at an average of 39.50 with ten half-centuries to his name. Besides Raza, Sean Williams has shown decent form with the bat and accumulated 606 runs in 24 innings at an average of 27.54 with four half-centuries to his name.
In the bowling department, the side will be relying on the likes of Sikandar Raza, Richard Ngarava, Tendai Chatara, and Blessing Muzarabani to deliver timely breakthroughs.
Since December 2021, spinner Sikandar Raza has topped the bowling charts for Zimbabwe in the 20-over format. In 35 T20s played, Ngarava has taken 39 wickets at an average of 17.10.
Zimbabwe Key Players
- Craig Ervine
- Sean Williams
- Sikandar Raza
- Ryan Burl
- Blessing Muzarabani
Probable XI: Craig Ervine, Clive Madande(w), Tadiwanashe Marumani, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza(c), Wessly Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tony Munyonga, Brian Bennett
Zimbabwe Squad: Craig Ervine, Clive Madande(w), Tadiwanashe Marumani, Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza(c), Wessly Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tony Munyonga, Brian Bennett, Trevor Gwandu, Luke Jongwe, Brandon Mavuta, Carl Mumba
Ireland: In the batting department, the side will be relying on captain Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, and George Dockrell to deliver the bulk of the runs.
Since December 2021, Andrew Balbirnie has topped the batting charts for Ireland in T20 internationals. In 38 matches played, Balbirnie has accumulated 862 runs at an average of 23.29 with six half-centuries to his name.
In the bowling department, the side will be relying on the likes of Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Craig Young, Barry McCarthy, and Curtis Campher to deliver timely breakthroughs.
Since December 2021, medium-pacer Mark Adair has topped the bowling charts for Ireland and claimed 48 wickets in 42 innings at an average of 24.85.
Ireland Key Players
- Paul Stirling
- Andrew Balbirnie
- Curtis Campher
- Lorcan Tucker
- George Dockrell
- Mark Adair
Probable XI: Paul Stirling(c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker(w), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Theo van Woerkom, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Joshua Little
Ireland Squad: Paul Stirling(c), Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker(w), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Theo van Woerkom, Barry McCarthy, Craig Young, Joshua Little, Neil Rock, Gareth Delany, Graham Hume, Ross Adair
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Winner
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Prediction
Zimbabwe will start the match as favorites. The team has been on top against Ireland, winning four out of the last five games. With all their big guns available, Zimbabwe will fancy their chances of winning. Also, the home conditions will be a big advantage to the hosts. T20 is a format where there is not much time to adjust. By the time Ireland gets hold of the conditions, Zimbabwe could take a big lead in the match. For us, Zimbabwe are favorite.
We expect Zimbabwe to win this match.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Top Fantasy Picks
- Craig Ervine
- Sean Williams
- Sikandar Raza
- Ryan Burl
- Blessing Muzarabani
- Paul Stirling
- Andrew Balbirnie
- Curtis Campher
- Lorcan Tucker
- George Dockrell
- Mark Adair
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Dream11 Fantasy Team
Wicketkeeper: Lorcan Tucker
Batsmen: S Williams, Paul Stirling, Andrew Balbirnie
All-Rounders: Sikandar Raza, Curtis Campher, George Dockrell, Ryan Burl
Bowlers: Josh Little, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Both Team Top Batsmen
Sikandar Raza and Sean Williams have been the most consistent batters for Zimbabwe in T20Is in the last two years, scoring 1185 and 606 runs. Craig Ervine has not been at his best but is a match-winner on his day.
For Ireland, captain Paul Stirling is a big player and can win a game on his own on his day. Harry Tector and Andrew Balbirnie are also top players. Balbirnie has scored 862 runs in the last two years, showing impeccable consistency.
Zimbabwe vs Ireland Match Both Team Top Team Bowlers
We recommend Sikandar Raza, Richard Ngarava, and Ryan Burl as key bowlers. Raza and Burl can keep things tight, forcing batters to make errors. Ngarava has been in top form in recent times, taking 39 wickets in 25 games.
Ireland will rest hopes on Mark Adair, Joshua Little, and Curtis Campher. All three are good pacers and if there is any help on offer, they are good enough to exploit. Adair has taken 48 wickets in the last 42 matches while Little brings a unique left-arm angle to his game.