Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh 1st T20I Match Prediction

Preview

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh: Bangladesh are in with a new captain, but contain a similar issue. They are struggling to find consistency in the T20 format, failing to match there talent in One-day Cricket. Although Tamim Iqbal hasn’t played T20Is for a while, his retirement will be a concern considering the door to a stable opener is now closed.

The tour marks a significant moment in Bangladesh Cricket. This is there first series without Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Shakib Al Hasan or Tamim Iqbal, since 2007. Zimbabwe too are without some star players. Blessing Muzarabani and Tendai Chatara are unavailable. Both of them are key pillars in Zimbabwe’s bowling attack, leaving Zimbabwe short of some quality.

Match Details

Match: Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh

Date: 30th July 2022

Time: 4:30 PM

Venue: Harare Sports Club

Weather Report

The weather is clear and warm with no chances of rain during the Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh fixture.

Pitch Report

The Harare track is likely to play low and slow with some dryness around. Batting first is a better option.

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Predicted Playing XI

Zimbabwe Playing XI

Squad yet to be announced

Bangladesh Playing XI

Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das, Nurul Hasan(c), Anamul Haque(wk), Mosaddek Hossain, Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraj, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam

Key Players

Nurul Hasan

Nurul Hasan comes in as skipper in place of Mahmudullah. He is seen as a long term option and is likely to take Bangladesh into the T20 World Cup as well. The upcoming series is an important one for him as he slides into the role.

Sean Williams

Zimbabwe are going to the T20 World Cup this time. The tournament may be one of the lasts for the likes of Sean Williams. He has been around for a long time and will want to come good in the upcoming games.

Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh Match Tips

Both sides are not in great form in T20I Cricket at the moment. Bangladesh though has a little more experience and that could give them a boost coming into the game.

Match Prediction: Bangladesh Will Win The Match.