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Cricket enthusiasts are gearing up for the highly anticipated third and final One Day International (ODI) showdown between Zimbabwe and Ireland at the iconic Harare Sports Club on Sunday.
The series opener was marred by rain, leading to a no-result outcome, but Ireland rebounded strongly in the second ODI, securing a convincing 4-wicket victory to take a 1-0 lead. The Irish side, riding high on the momentum from their recent triumph, is determined to continue their winning streak and clinch the series.
In contrast, the hosts find themselves in a position where a comeback is imperative. Zimbabwe, having faced defeat in the second ODI, are keen to bounce back and salvage the series by securing a victory in the upcoming match. The third ODI presents a crucial opportunity for the home team to showcase their resilience and level the series on their own turf.
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe 2023, 3rd ODI:
- Date and Time: December 17; 07:15 am GMT | 12:45 pm IST | 9:15 am local
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare.
Harare Sports Club Pitch report:
Initially favoring batters, the pitch at Harare Sports Club is likely to transform into a more favorable surface for spin bowlers as the game progresses. As a result, winning the toss is expected to prompt the decision to bat first, aiming to establish a significant total on the scoreboard.
ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Lorcan Tucker
- Batters: Andy Balbirnie, Harry Tector
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Curtis Campher, Ryan Burl, Brandon Mavuta
- Bowlers: Joshua Little, Richard Ngarava, Craig Young, Blessing Muzarabani
ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (c), Curtis Campher (vc)
Choice 2: Joshua Little (c), Ryan Burl (vc)
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ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Mark Adair, George Dockrell, Clive Madande, Innocent Kaia
ZIM vs IRE Dream11 Team for today’s match (Dec 17, 07:15 am GMT):
Squads:
Zimbabwe: Joylord Gumbie (wk), Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, Milton Shumba, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Clive Madande, Brandon Mavuta, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Tanaka Chivanga, Innocent Kaia, Luke Jongwe, Tony Munyonga, Faraz Akram, Takudzwanashe Kaitano
Ireland: Andrew Balbirnie, Paul Stirling (c), Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (wk), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Andy McBrine, Graham Hume, Craig Young, Joshua Little, Neil Rock, Barry McCarthy, Theo van Woerkom
