ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st T20I

ZIM vs IRE Match Preview

Zimbabwe will be eager to get their season off to a good start when they face Ireland in the first match of the T20I series on Thursday at Harare Sports Club in Harare. In this match, the home team will look to field their strongest lineup. Captain Craig Ervine will be hoping that his team can demonstrate discipline in all three areas against Ireland. Ireland, on the other hand, will have to adapt to the circumstances to fight Zimbabwe effectively. Captain Paul Stirling will be hoping that the team can put on a good performance in this first game. In the history of the 20-over Format, both teams have competed 12 times. Zimbabwe and Ireland have each won six matches.

ZIM vs IRE Match Details

Zimbabwe vs Ireland – 1st T20I

Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare

Date & Time: 07th December 2023 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioCinema App

ZIM vs IRE Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	180
Avg 2nd inn score	177
Win% batting 1st	52
Win% batting 2nd	48

ZIM vs IRE Pitch Report

The wicket prepared at Harare is expected to give some assistance to the bowlers. The spinners will play a pivotal role in the outcome of the match.

ZIM vs IRE Weather Report

Cloudy and humid conditions are forecast throughout the game. There is a very small chance of a passing rain shower but mostly it will be dry with the temperature in the mid-20s.

ZIM vs IRE Last Five Matches

ZIM ( Zimbabwe )	W L L W L
IRE ( Ireland )	L W L L W

ZIM vs IRE Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	ZIM Won	IRE Won	Tie	NR
Overall	11	5	6	0	0
Last 5	5	4	1	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

ZIM vs IRE Probable Playing XIs:

Zimbabwe Probable Playing XIs

Craig Ervine (captain), Sean Williams, Sikandar Raza, Wesley Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Innocent Kaia, Regis Chakabva, Luke Jongwe, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Tendai Chatara

Ireland Probable Playing XIs

Paul Stirling (captain), Harry Tector, Andrew Balbirnie, Lorcan Tucker(wk), G Hume, Gareth Delaney, George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Joshua Little, Benny McCarthy/Craig Young, Curtis Campher

Topmost Picks for ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Zimbabwe

• Sikandar Raza – In 35 matches played, Sikandar Raza has accumulated 1185 runs at an average of 39.50 with ten half-centuries to his name
• Richard Ngarava – In 35 T20s played, Ngarava has taken 39 wickets at an average of 17.10.

Top Picks – Ireland

• Andrew Balbirnie – In 38 matches played, Balbirnie has accumulated 862 runs at an average of 23.29 with six half-centuries to his name.
• Mark Adair – Medium-pacer Mark Adair has topped the bowling charts for Ireland and claimed 48 wickets in 42 innings at an average of 24.85

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team:

Lorcan Tucker, Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector, Sean Williams, Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza(C), Ryan Burl, Curtis Campher(VC), Joshua Little, Craig Young, Richard Ngarava

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team:

Lorcan Tucker, Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling, Sean Williams(C), Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Curtis Campher, Joshua Little, George Dockrell(VC), Richard Ngarava

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Sikandar Raza, Sean Williams

Vice-captain – Curtis Campher, George Dockrell

Wicketkeeper – Lorcan Tucker

ZIM vs IRE Probable Winners:

Based on their current form, Zimbabwe will be slight favorites to win their first match against Ireland. The team management will be hoping that their XI, which includes Sikandar Raza, Craig Ervine, Wesley Madhevere, and Ryan Burl, can deliver with bat and ball in this opening match. Zimbabwe is expected to easily defeat Ireland in Harare. Considering the team combination, Zimbabwe is expected to win this match.