Published on: Dec 1, 2024 8:00 am IST|Updated on: Nov 30, 2024 2:02 pm IST
The stage is set for an exciting clash as Pakistan faces Zimbabwe in the 1st T20I of the series at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on 1 December 2024. Here’s your expert fantasy cricket tips and ZIM vs PAK Dream11 Prediction.
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With the momentum from their 2-1 win in the ODI series, Pakistan is looking to continue their dominant run in the T20 format. But Zimbabwe, led by the experienced Sikandar Raza, will be determined to bounce back and give Pakistan a run for their money in what promises to be a thrilling contest.
Pakistan enters the T20 series high on confidence after a commanding performance in the ODI series. Despite a rough start where they lost their first match by the DLS method, Pakistan stormed back with dominant wins by 10 wickets and 99 runs in the next two matches. The Pakistani T20 squad, led by Salman Ali Agha, is brimming with talent, including the blistering Haris Rauf and pace sensation Mohammad Hasnain. With Haseebullah Khan and Usman Khan in explosive form, Pakistan vs Zimbabwe 1st T20I could be a one-sided affair—unless Zimbabwe steps up.
Zimbabwe, led by the ever-reliable Sikandar Raza, has had a challenging year, struggling in recent T20I series. They were heavily beaten 4-1 by India in their last series but will hope to regroup and pose a serious challenge to Pakistan. Raza, who can be the anchor in both batting and bowling, will be key to Zimbabwe’s chances. The pace duo of Blessing Muzarabani and Richard Ngarava will also play a significant role in limiting Pakistan’s batting line-up.
Pakistan has dominated Zimbabwe in recent T20 encounters, winning 8 out of the last 10 T20Is between the two.
The pitch at Queens Sports Club has historically been friendly to both batsmen and bowlers. On sunny days, batting should be relatively easy, but the bowlers will have the opportunity to make an impact with swing and seam movement. Expect scores around 154 for the first innings and 130 for the second innings. The captain winning the toss will likely opt to bat first, given the nature of the pitch.
WK: Usman Khan, Haseebullah
BAT: R Burl, B Bennet, S Farhan
ALL: S Raza, A Salman
BOWL: H Rauf, B Muzarabani, M Hasnain, R Ngarava
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Sikandar Raza (c), Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Wessly Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Dion Myers, Brandon Mavuta, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Faraz Akram.
Salman Ali Agha (c), Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Tayyab Tahir, Qasim Akram, Omair bin Yousuf, Haseebullah Khan, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Ahmed Daniyal, Sufyan Muqeem.
Pakistan has a strong record against Zimbabwe, winning 16 out of 19 T20 encounters. Pakistan is the favorite to win this 1st T20I. However, Zimbabwe will look to turn things around, with Sikandar Raza leading the charge.
The ZIM vs PAK 1st T20I will be streamed live on FanCode in India. Don’t miss the action as the two teams battle it out in what promises to be an exciting start to the T20I series.
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